NEW ORLEANS (PRESS RELEASE) –
Renowned CEO, author, and women’s empowerment leader, Dr. Toscha L. Dickerson, along with her 12-year-old daughter, Kaleigh, are proud to host the second annual Big Easy Retreat. This unique retreat will take place during New Orleans’ Essence Festival Weekend and will take place on Saturday, July 6th from 11am-4pm at the Hotel Monteleone (214 Royal St.).
This one-day experience aims to bring sisters from all over the world together to embrace one another in true sisterhood. Women will learn to focus on the holistic health of the mind, body and soul. This year’s theme is “The Power of Transformation” and there will be a variety of activities and sessions focused on self-care, personal transformation and discovering purpose. The retreat aims to provide a platform for women to rejuvenate and become who they want to be.
The guest speakers are:
Tiana von Johnson – Entrepreneur and Motivational Speaker
Shlanda Gibson, MA, CCC-LSP – Voice Whisperer and Founder of the Speech & Voice Care Center (SVCC)
Reverend Linda Freeman – Preacher and Entrepreneur
Sonjia Pelton Sam – Founder of The Glam FACTOR
Martika Offord Sherman, MA, LPC-A, NCC, MLC – Published Author and Transformational Life Coach
Dr. Willietta Mitchell – STEM Instructional Coach, Southern Regional School Board
Francesca Gwenadette – Executive Producer, Creator and Host of The END Table Live Broadcast and Podcast, CEO of Saved & Savage Inc. Productions, Owner of Gwenadette Styling Company – will host the event.
“We are excited to host our second annual Big Easy Retreat during Essence Festival Weekend and bring together women from all walks of life,” said Tosha L. Dickerson, Ph.D. “This retreat will provide a special opportunity for women to bond, rejuvenate, grow, and embark on a fulfilling journey. By featuring inspiring speakers and celebrating women who have made extraordinary contributions to their communities, we aim to ensure all attendees leave inspired and equipped with the tools and motivation they need to reach their fullest potential.”
The retreat will also feature a special program for girls ages 12-17, promoting entrepreneurship and self-care along with inspiration and encouragement. The theme of the teen session will be “Unleash Your Inner Radiance: Your Journey to Self-Love and Confidence Starts Here.”
Speakers for the teen session include:
Keoka Washington, MS-HRM, SHRM-CP – University of Alabama HR Business Partner
Kaylee Dickerson – Young Self-Care Advocate
Lauren Alexander – entrepreneur
Asia Green – Fashionista
Tia Edwards – Athletes
“Encouraging teen girls to prioritize their health is an investment not only in their present, but in their future,” said Kayleigh Dickerson. “By nurturing their physical, mental and emotional health, we are raising a generation of strong, confident and resilient young women ready to conquer the world.”
The retreat also pays tribute to women who are active in the community.
The winners are:
Dr. Sonia White – U.S. Air Force Veteran and Philanthropist
Dr. Rhonda Sneed – Founder and CEO, Restoring Souls Outreach Center, Inc.
Dr. Nikki Zeigler – Founder of Helprener Network International
Brianna Henderson – Founder and CEO of LetsTalkPPCM
Vicky Wright Hamilton – CEO and Executive Coach at VWH Consulting
Reverend Javon Ophelia Butler – Pastor, Founder, Director and Playwright of SeLah Productions, Inc.
Jennifer Turner – Community Servant Leader
For more information and to register for the second annual Big Easy Retreat, visit www.thebigeasyretreat.com
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