Like many of you, I have long admired the wisdom of Dr. Maya Angelou. Many of her quotes have caused me to view myself and my role in the world differently. But this one, resonates on another level because after spending nearly 20 years in a corporate career, and as a mentor and coach to countless people of color, I understand the power that is activated when we live by this mantra. 

I want to make it known that my career and life success is attributed to my own hard work as well as being connected to people from all walks of life who opened their lives, platforms, and doors for me. This includes people from all races, both male and female. I am forever grateful. 

However, over my years of serving others, I have long seen the disparities that exist for people of color and the consequences that has on one’s ability to reach your highest level of success possible. It is this reality that caused me to accept the role of mentor, coach, and sponsor for so many. To assume responsibility for helping as many people as I could to advance their careers, start and grow businesses, overcome limited beliefs and thinking, and create the life they so deserved. 

The urgency that exists today that says, women of color are capable, have the capacity and the competency to thrive in business or as entrepreneurs still drives me. As well as, the reality that there is no place created with women of color in mind where we can learn together and address challenges that are unique to us. 

The Power Tribe is my offering to “fill the gap”. All women are welcome because I recognize that there are a lot of similarities in the challenges that we face. 

See you soon! 

In Light & Love, Kenya Dunn, Power Tribe Visionary and Coach