Dr. Jeri B. Shannon is a FAITH COACH, a dedicated champion of women. Jeri has devoted her career to advancing and supporting women in the pursuit of their dreams. She has demonstrated FAITH throughout her life and got stories to tell. Thousands of women from executive leaders to administrative assistants and moms returning to the workforce have benefited from Jeri’s unique guidance on how to maximize life success. She finds that spark within each of us and turns it into a fire.
Jeri has a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication and a Doctor of Divinity. She made millions working from home selling office supplies to the federal government. She has a keen way of turning everything she touches into gold. Her experience, she had to overcome obstacles and personal struggles as a young single mother to achieve her destiny. Dedicated to facilitating human consciousness’s growth and evolution, she continues to reach within the soul and bring out the best in mankind. Jeri mentors women across the nation, and she speaks straight from the heart.
Past events have brought celebrities such as Megan Good, Terri Vaughn, Taja V. Simpson, Natalie Desselle, and Civil Rights Attorney Areva Martin. In the past years, with over 400 attendees.
“If you can think it, you can achieve it” – Dr. Jeri B. Shannon
FWM: Share your background and what led you to launch “Empower 2 Impact Foundation, Inc, the Premier Business Development Network all over the world.
I launched Empower 2 Impact because, as a businesswoman, I noticed that many women didn’t have the tools to start their businesses. My husband and I owned my business for over 18 years, and friends and associates kept asking us, how we work and home and live grand lifestyle. I was working from home, selling supplies to the federal government. Other inquire about starting the same kind of business. I think that’s when I saw there was a need to support people, women in general who wanted to start a business. I love to see women grow and develop their own skills to become that phenomenal woman. I don’t focus on the color of their skin because women are women, and we can benefit from each other when given a chance. I’m a southern girl with big dreams, and if I can help others go after their dream and accomplish them, my work is done.
FWM: What is the cornerstone of your foundation?
Relationships are the foundation of leadership, and trust is a fundamental component of every relationship. The glue that holds an organization together is trust. Building trust from the ground up, laying the groundwork, and establishing trust at all organizational levels are the responsibilities of leaders. Building leaders is the base of our actions, and we continue to empower others as they grow and develop. In order to be a good leader, you have to have confidence.
FWM: Never in human history have there been more resources available for those who have the desire to communicate their message, serve others, and make an IMPACT. As a Faith Coach, what challenges are small businesses facing when growing their businesses and how are you guiding them to success?
The most challenging phase of the business lifecycle is the startup phase, where most businesses fail. The high demand for cash means an increased risk of underpaying yourself and your employees before they feel like moving out and growing in their careers. Other challenges during the startup phase include problems with managing cash reserves, establishing a market presence, establishing a client base, and managing expectations from sales and accounting management. The entrepreneur is tasked with establishing a customer base, improving product design, improving customer relations, intensifying marketing campaigns, and conserving and controlling cash flows. Entrepreneurs may also be forced to work many hours per week as they figure out a business model that will allow sustained cash flow, improve the ability to hire other people, and guarantee consistent growth.
My job is to help them take the stress off when things get complicated teaching them how to become leaders, not employees. That’s where “John Maxwell” come into play. As a certified John Maxwell coach, leadership plays a huge part in owning a business. If you don’t have good leadership skills, you might be working alone or having difficulty keeping people on your team. Leadership has always been one of the topics that people would try to brush off; some would even think that leadership is just for the ones meant to be leaders in terms of family background or origin. When mentioned, the administration seemed to attract charlatans, mainly within the management world. I used to feel like people were giving it negative connotations; however, I didn’t see anything mysterious about authentic leadership. A good leader seems so direct and precise than how I used to exaggerate my expectations for being a leader. The book covers perfectly well the topic of leadership.
FWM: I AM THAT WOMAN NETWORK has provided women the opportunity and environment to build their confidence and beliefs by stepping into their greatness. In honor of Women’s History Month, you will host the I AM WOMAN SUMMIT on March 4, 2023. Why is this the event of the year?
It’s more than a women’s conference, a community of women committed to helping inspire & empower women. Building relationships that last a lifetime. If you feel a lack of confidence or needing a support group, I am that woman summit is the place to be. I’ve heard testimonies of women who have come to the event, saying how their life has been changed because of what transpired at the event.
FWM: The theme of your event is “Reinvent Yourself & Your Brand.” Please take us through some of the panel discussions and networking opportunities.
Every day, people reinvent themselves to take on a new challenge, move into work that has more meaning, or dispel misconceptions that have held them back in their careers. A manager in financial services moves into retail, and a venture capitalist becomes a life coach, for example. The rebranding can sometimes be subtle, as in the case of an executive who wants to advance but must overcome the stigma of being “not good with numbers. Taking charge of your personal brand could mean the difference between a job that doesn’t give you enough satisfaction and one that does. There will discussions that will include, entrepreneurship, finance, careers, health & wealth, what it takes to become you, starting over. Many women have to start over or should I say recreate themselves.
| FWM: You have received outstanding testimonials: Itaska Dheini As a business professional, female serial entrepreneur, my affiliation with Dr. Shannon and the ” I Am That Woman Network ” has been an amazing adventure in my personal and professional growth. I attended the inaugural conference that turned out to be not only Thee Ultimate Soiree in Professional Women’s Networking. It was also a carefully matriculated host of experiences in bonding, support and much needed building of comrrodary in a suportive, inspirational, all encompassing energy from one woman to the next. The room was on fire! My time was well spent, getting much more than I anticipated. Dr. Shannon uniquely curated an insightful, well organized and well rounded experience. We left the conference with enhanced vision than we previously defined. From a professional perspective the information presented was definitely a game changer in many areas of my continued business and personal development. Like, in meeting the high pressure demands of balancing business and family. As well as the more commonly known challenges women face day to day. Dr. Shannon was able to successfully integrate valuable content to address my challenges of assuming and maintaining my position and persevering the challenges many women face in a mostly male dominated arena. The complete gama was explored and matriculaed to provide a well rounded experience from business, mental and spiritual wellness perspectives. It was high energy, positive and promoted a high achieving mindset with countless inspirational moments. I am highly anticipating the next conference. I am ready to be recharged, rejuvenated, inspired and surrounded by like minded women; who are defining or seeking to define their purpose and enrich their personal & professional success’. I will definitely attend future conferences. Itaska Dheini The Female Serial Emtrpenuer. Tena Dibiase Thank you for the outstanding event, Dr. Jeri B. Shannon. This event exceeded all my expectations, and I could not have been more satisfied with the people who attended and your staff. The I am That Woman event was the most amazing event I have ever been to. The women were all positive, and the speakers were amazing. I am so looking forward to the next one. Dr. Jeri B. Shannon was an amazing host and speaker. Sandy Sutton I AM THAT WOMAN was an awesome event. It was very inspirational, woman was emotionally healed and empowered by all the guest speakers. It was a life-changing event of self-discovery. I gained tools to help me with my journey. I was able to network with several woman sharing my dreams and goals. I am looking forward to the next event. |
FWM: You are offering sponsors all the bells and whistles to get their brand out in front of their target audience. Tell us about the media and promotional opportunities.
Social media, radio, newspaper, it’s all in the sponsorship deck
FWM: How can small business owners with a small budget also get involved?
We have several opportunities for small businesses, which is in out sponsorship deck.
FWM: What is your mission for the I AM THAT WOMAN SUMMIT in 2023?
Our goal is to assist women in realizing their full potential; to encourage, enable, and facilitate their active participation in community life, work, education, and business. To gather together to explore a topic of interest through a range of speakers, entrepreneurs, business owners, and networking.
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