In this powerful episode of Transform & Thrive, host Jessalin Lam sits down with Andrea Harry Bibbs, the inspiring founder and CEO of June Dragonfly, a purpose-driven gifting company that curates products from women-owned and underrepresented brands. Andrea shares her incredible journey of pivoting from over two decades in the corporate media industry to stepping into entrepreneurship with faith and intention.

Andrea opens up about:

✅ The turning point that led her to leave her corporate career and pursue entrepreneurship

✅ How becoming a mother reshaped her perspective on legacy and impact

✅ The challenges of building a purpose-driven business from the ground up

✅ Mindset shifts that helped her push past fear and self-doubt

✅ Why "June Dragonfly" symbolizes joy, transformation, and intentional growth

✅ How she’s empowering her children to be part of the business and learn entrepreneurial skills

Whether you’re navigating your own career pivot, dreaming of launching a business, or seeking inspiration for living with purpose, this episode is packed with wisdom, courage, and real-life lessons.

🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode:

June Dragonfly — Discover beautifully curated products that support women-owned and underrepresented brands https://www.junedragon...

Entrepreneurista — A community for women entrepreneurs https://www.entrepreni...

The Lola — Women-focused co-working space and community in Atlanta https://the-lola.com/

🔑 Key Takeaways from the Episode:

1️⃣ Embrace the fear and take that leap of faith—you are more capable than you realize

2️⃣ Legacy is built not just in what you leave behind, but in how you live today

3️⃣ You don’t have to have everything figured out to start—just take that first step

4️⃣ Community and support are essential to thriving in entrepreneurship

5️⃣ Purpose-driven businesses create ripples of change and empowerment

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Transform and Thrive! In this conversation, Jessalin Lam sits down with Chanel Hemphill — a data-driven health equity strategist, founder of Pep Talks and Prayers, and 2024 ADCOLOR Leader — to explore how life’s biggest challenges can lead to the greatest transformations.

At just 19 years old, Chanel lost her mother, her foundation, and her sense of security — but through faith, community, and inner strength, she built a new path. Chanel shares how embracing failure, finding purpose, and nurturing a supportive community have shaped who she is today.

In this episode, we dive into:

💬 Chanel’s story of resilience and reinvention after loss

💬 The power of faith, therapy, and positivity in healing

💬 Why it’s okay to fail fast and pivot boldly

💬 Creating Pep Talks and Prayers to spread encouragement

💬 Thriving habits to protect your peace and energy

💬 The importance of living with intention and purpose

💬 A mantra to remember: “Nothing forced, everything flowing.”

Whether you are navigating change, seeking motivation, or searching for your next step, Chanel’s story will inspire you to trust yourself, move forward with faith, and thrive intentionally.

💛 Listen, learn, and transform with us.

About Chanel Hemphill

Chanel is a data-driven health equity strategist with deep roots in community activism, cross-cultural marketing, and digital strategy. She has spent her 15-year marketing career infusing equitable data and engagement strategy across payor, finance, and pharma clients.

In 2024, Chanel was selected as one of 30 leaders across the media and creative industry as an ADCOLOR 2024 Leader. The ADCOLOR Leaders is a program meant to support historically excluded professionals in creative industries as they rise to executive roles.

She also founded the mobile app, “Peptalks & Prayers,” with a community of more than 400 subscribers that provides daily encouragement in the form of pep talks, prayers, and affirmations.

🔗 Stay connected with Chanel Hemphill:

Pep Talks and Prayers App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/peptalks-prayers/id1571956536

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chanelhemphill

🔗 Connect with Jessalin Lam:

Website: https://www.joyofjessalin.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessalinlam

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In this powerful episode, Jessalin Lam sits down with Cam Walker—executive and leadership coach, keynote speaker, and culture strategist—for a soul-shifting conversation about transformation, alignment, and leading with purpose.

✨ What you'll hear in this episode:

- Cam’s journey from “performing success” to living in alignment

- How she trusted her inner knowing to pivot careers—even when no one else understood

- Why being good at something doesn’t mean you’re meant to stay in it

- Her mantra: “You are the complete authority on yourself”

- How faith, therapy, journaling, and boundaries keep her grounded

- What thriving looks like when your soul and schedule are finally in agreement

Cam’s wisdom will speak to anyone who’s been stuck in the cycle of achievement and is yearning for peace, purpose, and permission to choose themselves.

💡 Whether you’re navigating a career transition, setting boundaries, or redefining success—this episode is for you.

📌 Watch, listen, and subscribe for more inspiring stories of resilience, mindset shifts, and personal growth.

👇🏽 Share your favorite quote or takeaway in the comments!

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Connect with Cam Walker:

Cam Walker is an Executive and Leadership Coach, keynote speaker, and culture strategist who brings both heart and precision to every room she enters. With over 20 years of experience guiding individuals and teams through transformational growth, Cam is known for her rare ability to read the emotional and organizational landscape with depth, clarity, and care.

As the founder of Useful Coaching, Cam partners with leaders at all levels to help them navigate complexity, step into their personal power, and lead with greater intention. Her approach is rooted in psychology, systems thinking, and radical candor—she coaches the whole person, not just the professional title. Clients describe her as professionally down-to-earth, fiercely insightful, and the kind of coach who says what needs to be said, while making you feel truly seen in the process.

Currently serving as Vice President of Performance Management and Coaching at Heartbeat, Cam also advises talent development across Publicis Groupe and leads culture-shaping initiatives that bridge strategy with humanity. She is certified in Executive, Whole Person, and Relationship Systems Coaching, and she’s spent her career building environments where people don’t just succeed—they thrive.

Whether on stage, in a coaching session, or within high-stakes teams, Cam brings warmth, wisdom, and a signature style that inspires growth with integrity. Her philosophy is simple: transformation starts with self-awareness, and real leadership is about knowing who you are—and daring to lead from there.

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachcamwalker

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In this powerful episode of Transform and Thrive, host Jessalin Lam sits down with Gardenia Diaz — a health and fitness coach, early childhood educator, and founder of Gardens Daycare — to explore what it truly means to transform through adversity.

From leaving an abusive marriage at a young age with two children, to building a nurturing daycare and empowering women through fitness and mindset coaching, Gardenia’s journey is one of fierce resilience, deep healing, and self-discovery.

💬 Gardenia shares how choosing herself became the first step in transforming her life, why physical health played a critical role in her mental healing, and how building confidence begins by simply keeping the promises you make to yourself.

🧠 Her mantra? “Fear is always going to be there.” And she shows us what it looks like to move forward anyway.

🔑 Key Takeaways from the Episode:

✅ The strength it takes to walk away and start over

✅ How community (even just one coach or friend) can shift your mindset

✅ The power of physical health in rebuilding emotional strength

✅ Why tracking progress and keeping promises to yourself builds confidence

✅ A reminder that transformation is not a destination — it's a daily journey

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In this episode of Transform & Thrive, host Jessalin Lam sits down with Nikki Cannon, founder of Butter & Bow, to explore the power of creativity, intentional living, and resilience. Nikki shares her evolution from experimenting with countless side businesses to building a values-based brand that blends luxury gifting with human connection.

As a mother of two, full-time professional, and entrepreneur, Nikki opens up about the realities of balance, imposter syndrome, neurodivergence, and the importance of surrounding yourself with a supportive community. This conversation is a masterclass in building a life and business aligned with purpose, passion, and personal growth.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

✅ Creativity can evolve into a career when aligned with your values

✅ Every “failed” experiment is actually a step toward clarity

✅ Community and reciprocity are essential for sustainable success

✅ Gifting can be more than a gesture — it can be a way to show deep appreciation

✅ Small moments of celebration create space for joy and abundance

✅ You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin. Just start.

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In this episode of Transform & Thrive, host Jessalin Lam sits down with Jad-Évangelo Nasser, a global inclusion and cross-cultural specialist, TEDx speaker, professor, and DEI business consultant. Jad shares his journey of self-discovery, overcoming fear, and embracing a global identity, discussing how transformation requires challenging norms, unlearning societal expectations, and stepping into one's authentic self.

💡 This interview is a powerful reminder that true growth comes from breaking barriers, embracing discomfort, and finding purpose in our unique stories. Jad’s insights on globalism, identity, mindset shifts, and resilience make this a must-watch for anyone looking to redefine themselves and thrive.

🔑 Key Takeaways from the Interview

✅ How stepping out of your environment sparks transformation

✅ Overcoming the fear of judgment and public perception

✅ The importance of real connections over popularity

✅ What it means to be a global citizen and embrace multiple identities

✅ Why challenging your own community can lead to personal growth

✅ How solo travel and new experiences fuel self-celebration

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In this premiere episode of Transform & Thrive, host Jessalin Lam sits down with Keesha Jean-Baptiste, a visionary Chief People Officer with nearly three decades of experience in HR, people leadership, and workplace transformation.

Keesha opens up about how personal grief, career pivots, and identity have shaped her journey — and how leading with compassion, emotional intelligence, and courage has been key to her growth. From boardrooms to personal breakthroughs, this episode is a powerful reflection on what it means to lead, live, and thrive with intention.

Whether you’re navigating change, building your leadership voice, or healing from loss, this conversation will inspire you to own your story and transform from within.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• ​How vulnerability and personal loss transformed Keesha’s leadership style
• ​The importance of compassionate leadership in workplace culture
• ​Embracing risk, reinvention, and impermanence in your career
• ​The healing power of mentorship, community, and self-advocacy
• ​Redefining success and honoring your inner truth

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Transform & Thrive is a podcast where we grow through what we go through. Hosted by Jessalin Lam — speaker, coach, author, and founder of Joy of Jessalin LLC — each episode brings real conversations about transformation, resilience, healing, and growth.

Subscribe to hear from trailblazers, changemakers, and everyday leaders who are creating space for authenticity, purpose, and joy.

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