About That Evans Life

EP 40 Travis P. Jackson is a 2011 graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, where he obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism and Mass Communication with a concentration in Public Relations. Travis is the CEO and Founder of HBCU Pride Nation (HPN), an engaging online platform with over 250,000 followers that promotes the connectivity, significance and pride of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in an effort to increase their positive awareness and enrollment. HBCU Pride Nation has provided social media marketing services for Cracker Barrel, OneUnited Bank, The Celebration Bowl (National HBCU Football Championship), Toyota Go Green, Honda Battle of the Bands, Ford HBCU Challenge, Regions Bank, the CIAA, the National Black MBA Association and others. On a regular HBCU Pride Nation reaches between 150k-300k people a week and receives 850k-1.5M impressions a week. As a motivational speaker he teaches leadership through the game of Jenga. He has done his wo

EP 39 Melissa Chanel is the Founder and voice of MelissaChanel.com, a one-stop-shop for all things beauty, travel, and fashion for her fellow girls next door. With creative content and eye-catching visuals, Melissa has dedicated her website to providing daily inspiration, sparking thought-provoking discussions, and empowering women and girls to live their best lives while loving the skin they're in. Her readers enjoy an exclusive peek into her world of fashion, where she takes them everywhere from Fashion Week to beauty expos, and her travel diaries put you in the front seat of every road trip and international tour. Melissa Chanel is your ultimate girly girl and is your go-to gal for the inside scoop on beauty, fashion, and virtual "girl talk" worldwide! Shiftmakers to look out for: Janna Hall @leapinnovativegroup ______ Connect:  Facebook: Melissa Chanel Instagram: @melissachanel Twitter: @melissachanel2 Melissachanel.com ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @

EP. 38 Michelle Gomez, The Latina Career Coach, is an accomplished corporate sales professional with over two decades of riding the waves of the corporate structure as a first-generation Latina-American. The first in her family to graduate from college, she has earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, and a certification in Broadcast Journalism. Throughout her career, Michelle has been an advocate for women in the workforce; leading the charge in speaking forums, business articles and networking events. Michelle has personally mentored and coached dozens of men and women toward achieving their academic and career goals. She’s inspired others to reach for their goals with a sense of confidence and trust in their own value. Through resume reviews, mock interviews, and focus on presentation, she has helped dozens of men and women prepare and position themselves as strong candidates for the career or role they desire. Michelle has also advocated for a healt

Ep. 37 Lisa Brown is a Divorced Mother Of Two Children ages 23 and 21. She currently owns She Got Style Boutique and Sitting Pretty Glam Bar. She was shot 3 times back in October 2017 and is telling her story through her first novel “He Almost Had Me!”  Her goal is to show women how to transform their pain into their purpose. ______ Shiftmakers to look out for: Karen Lewis https://theangelhouse.org/ ______ Connect: IG: Instagram: @author_ms_lb ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplan Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shifttheplan/support

Ep. 36 Shawnte Mckinnon is an unconventionalist. Her path has been marked and shaped by the conundrums of life, which has placed her on a journey of non-traditional choices. Shawnte clearly believes there is definitely “more than one way to skin a cat.” “I believe that there are walls designed to block ‘you’ in particular. Whether it’s physical, mental, or spiritual, there are walls that present themselves from the moment you are formed in your mother’s womb. The key is not to be consumed by those walls, but to work around them by any means necessary. The method is your choice. You can climb over it, pick the wall apart brick by brick, go under it, or walk around it; however, get past those walls. The walls were never designed to move for you—their job is to block you, but you were designed to move beyond it.” It was Shawnte’s walls that led her to enlist in the United States Air Force and subsequently earn her business degree where she then forged a successful career all while working her way up the corporat

Ep. 35 Leveraging entrepreneurial vision and drive, I thrive in startup and early stage environments, working to drive profitable growth by partnering companies with industry-leading clients, partners, and sponsors. My experience encompasses diverse industries, with a special talent for marketing, branding, event planning, and relationship building. I pride myself on developing and implementing engaging and impactful experiential marketing activations, influencer programs, workshops, business strategies and campaigns. I have a keen eye for recognizing potential and pinpointing good investments. I honed that skill with Funding Post, an organization that connects rising entrepreneurs with angel investors and venture capitalists worldwide. The group represents a portfolio valued in excess of $100B. In previous roles, I have provided creativity, innovation, and leadership to marketing and branding activities, including experiential, digital, and social media campaigns. Furthermore, I have cultivated sponsorship

If Lorri had to describe herself in one word it would be blessed. This Alabama native has been in Charlotte for 6 years and made her way here by way of her management position in Wells Fargo. While networking and connecting with other millennials, she realized that there was something missing on the Charlotte scene and put her plan into action.   Lorri is the former Creator and Co-Founder of Prosocialites, an events, media, and company. She has led or facilitated over 50 events. She recently launched Gracefully 54:17 that will focus on helping those execute their ideas successfully while she continues to bring innovative events for all to  enjoy. In March 2017, Lorri was chosen to speak at Shaw University during their Slay Week on building your network. In March 2018, Lorri was chosen by Charlotte Five as one of the Most Influential Women of Charlotte on Instagram. In the same month, she was chosen as one of Radio One’s Top Women of Excellence.  In April 2018, she orchestrated the first ev

EP 33 Born in Winston Salem, NC but raised in Charlotte, NC,  Jania was taught to give back at a very young age. She loves helping people to the best of her ability because she knows the value of opportunity. Being raised in a single parent home and having a supportive family to motivate, support and encourage her has been very instrumental in her willingness to help others. She earned her bachelor's in Biology with a Minor in Chemistry and Psychology from Winston Salem State University in 2004 and continued her education by obtaining her Master's in Healthcare Administration from the University of Phoenix in 2007. She has over 11+ years of experience in healthcare industry with knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance. She is a member of Junior League Charlotte and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, INC as well as former board member for several local non profit organizations. She was one of the 2015 40 under 40 honorees at Winston Salem State University. In May 2016, Jania was selected as the 1st US

Today I am bringing you a bonus episode of Breakout Shift Maker Coach Erica Michelle. She has been in the hair industry for many, many years. She began to see her story in her clients story which led her to go beyond the chair.  Sit back and tune in to her episode as she talks about her transition as a coach.  Connect: IG:  Instagram: @ coachericamichelle ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shifttheplan/support

EP 32: Simone Agoussoye, AKA the Aaliyah Artist,  is a DC Born contemporary Artist, and has been painting since she was a child. She loves doing portrait paintings and exploring new ways of painting with unique and different techniques and materials. Simone additionally does public and private paint and sip throughout the DMV area and overall loves inspiring others.  ______ Shiftmakers to look out for:  Daya  @justyurfriend ______ Connect: IG:  Instagram:  @simone_agoussoye  Website:  https://linktr.ee/simone_agoussoye  ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify ______ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shifttheplan/support

Ep 30   Addicted to achievement…You’re in great company, with nationally board certified Family Nurse Practitioner, innovator, and serial entrepreneur Veronica Southerland. Vee has made Charlotte her home for the past 13 years. Veronica affectionately known as Vee the NP brings 20 amazing years of experience in healthcare to the table. As currently the owner of her own private medical practice, Advanced Practice Care in Charlotte, she also created FLO HYDRATION & WELLNESS a concierge solution to IV vitamin hydration therapy in a relaxed atmosphere, the comfort of your home/office, or special event. Self care is intentional, and the first step to achieving this balance is from the inside out with good FLO & HYDRATION. ______ ______ Connect: IG:  IG: VeetheNP FB: VeetheNP ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Pla

EP 31  From Features to Collaboration, Cory K Bennett or known as @CBbusyGrizzly is a male plus sizemodel, brand ambassador and social media influencer who is catching eyes and feels from styling men’s big and tall fashions to his philanthropic work with nonprofits, youth organizations, and community leadership. The North Carolina-based body-positive influencer regularly posts relative content on his social media channels to spread acceptance. ‘CB’ is anxious to work with new brands that are size inclusive to the plus community, while always keeping positive on stages, runways, and print campaigns. ______ Shiftmakers to look out for:  Gavin Boulware @iam_gavinb ______ Connect: IG:  Instagram: @cbbusygrizzly Website: https://www.cbbusygrizzly.com ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play,

  A'Laina is a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern in the state of Florida and is currently fulfilling the requirements to become a licensed clinician. She dreamt years ago of creating a safe space for women to gather and encourage one another. As a survivor of child abuse, homelessness, and depression, she has sought to bring awareness to this often-misunderstood topic.  She received a Bachelor of Social Work from Florida A&M University and a Master of Social Work with a Clinical Concentration from Florida State University. She’s  held positions within dependency case management as well as adult services. A’laina has also worked with individuals that present with mental health, developmental delays, and substance misuse related issues.  She has created The Therapeutic Couch which is dedicated to breaking the stigma associated with mental health within the African American community, with a focus on African American women young and old. This forum was created to explore healthy ways

  Taylore is founder of TayloreMade, LLC In 3.5 years, she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and Mass Communications graduating at the age of 20. She purchased her first home by 21 and second home by 25. Taylore has spent the last five years growing Ashtae Products while teaching seminars to both young and middle-age adults about small business growth hacking and social media marketing strategies. In her spare time, she manages 7 residential properties through her property management business. Michael and Ramona Woods have been married for over 22 years and are the parents of two daughters Taylore and Ashley. In 1994, the couple co-founded Ashtae Products, Inc, a multicultural hair care distribution company that sells products to beauty salon across the US, Canada, and Caribbean Islands.  In 1994, Michael and Ramona Woods, President/CEO and Vice President/CFO respectively, decided to take their experience and passion for the beauty industry to a new level. They recognized the need for a multi

 EP. 27: Jennifer Michelle is a model and talent coach based in Charlotte, North Carolina.  She has walked runways from Miami to New York and across the country in Los Angeles.  Jennifer has been published on Essence.com, The New York Times and internationally with the Guyana Times Newspaper. Her modeling career landed Jennifer the opportunity to host Everyday Runway, serve as fashion correspondent for The CW -WCCB Rising Runway and be featured globally with the hit television show Outcast on HBO and FOX. Transitioning from modeling into television and entertainment, Jennifer now makes her way up the ranks filming some of todays top shows and movies.  She has appeared on three shows with the BET Network, two movies and a number of other television shows.  Jennifer has worked with celebrities Marlon Wayans (Naked, In Living Color, White Chicks, The Wayans Bros), Loretta Devine (Dream Girls, Jumping The Broom, For Colored Girls), Charmin Lee (Girlfriends, The Inspectors) Scott Foley (Sc

Ashley Hunt is an East Charlotte native and a WSSU alumni. She is Creative Communications/PR Specialist for Bella Boca as well as HUNT PR. She is also the Creator of WomanityNOW along with Co-founder of QUEENS in the City. She is a Lover of arts, food, music & great vibes only.  One this episode we did a deep dive into her journey from college, to getting in the workforce, to finding her purpose in Public Relations.  _______ Shiftmakers to look out for:  * BeCulturED www.beculturedclt.com / @beculturedclt * Darren ‘Big Baby’ Brand www.darrenbrand.com / @darrenbrand_ * Freeman Capital www.freemancapital.co / @freemancapital + @invest.black * Inspire High Performance www.inspirehighperformance.com * Me3 Project www.me3project.com / @me3project * NEXXA www.nexxatransport.com / @nexxatransport * No Limit Larry @noleezy * Thomas Davis Defending Dreams Foundation www.defendingdreams.org / @defendingdreams58 * Zoe Nails at Ayrsley www.zoenailsatayrsley.com / @zoenailsatayrsley Chef Jeff Hunt, 920 Services www.9

 Ashley Hunt is an East Charlotte native and a WSSU alumni. She is Creative Communications/PR Specialist for Bella Boca as well as HUNT PR. She is also the Creator of WomanityNOW along with Co-founder of QUEENS in the City. She is a Lover of arts, food, music & great vibes only.  One this episode we did a deep dive into her journey from college, to getting in the workforce, to finding her purpose in Public Relations.  _______ Shiftmakers to look out for:  * BeCulturED www.beculturedclt.com / @beculturedclt * Darren ‘Big Baby’ Brand www.darrenbrand.com / @darrenbrand_ * Freeman Capital www.freemancapital.co / @freemancapital + @invest.black * Inspire High Performance www.inspirehighperformance.com * Me3 Project www.me3project.com / @me3project * NEXXA www.nexxatransport.com / @nexxatransport * No Limit Larry @noleezy * Thomas Davis Defending Dreams Foundation www.defendingdreams.org / @defendingdreams58 * Zoe Nails at Ayrsley www.zoenailsatayrsley.com / @zoenailsatayrsley Chef Jeff Hun

EP. 25  Alicia's purpose in life is to decrease the stigma around mental health. Throughout various outlets in her life she is able to fulfill that purpose In a variety of ways. As a change agent, she provides therapy from individuals to couples who may be dealing with life stressors. In that same capacity she provides clinical supervision and consultation to other clinicians practicing in the field.  As a creative, she is the  co-host of a podcast called 2 Elephants in the Room — with a purpose of educating the community about mental health and talking about uncomfortable conversations. She is also a lover of words, and created a poetry book about five years ago which is away for her to tap into her creative side and do some storytelling. In the role of Educator, she often provides training in the community, speaks on panels and events, teaches at Winthrop University and UNC Charlotte in the School of Social Work. More recently she is the creator of the Get Attune app where those seeking menta

LaKeshia Orr grew up in Cali, (aka Keshia from Cali) but grew a love for moving from city to city to experience life to the fullest. She moved to DC to attend Howard University, then to New York, Chicago, San Jose and San Diego all within a short time period. She had such a nomadic spirit, always on the move (literally lol).  The major shift she experienced came with my diagnosis of Pulmonary Hypertension in 2017. Her Pulmonologist took her off of work; told her she could no longer live alone; and put her on the NO FLY LIST. Talk about a major shift in my lifestyle!!  Imagine her sitting home, without a job, and unable to go anywhere. Smh! If you know Keshia you know she is waaaay too ambitious to sit at home and do nothing every single day. So she had to shift the plan.  Links mentioned in this episode: Project Management: https://monday.com/product/ Shiftmakers to look out for: Daymia Orr: https://www.instagram.com/memoriesmadebymya/ Connect: IG: @Keshiafromcali Website: https://www.lova.business/ Shift The

Ep 23 - Kia Maz shifted from law enforcement into Holistic organizing. She does  estate Estate Management as well as holistic life and home organization. Most of her clients have anxiety and depression because of this she utilizes essential oils, aromatherapy, guided meditation and calm coaching to help them confront the disorganization in their lives.  Listen as she guides us through how her first client, who was a hoarder went from not having anyone in her home for 20 years to having a party and inviting guests after working with Kia. _______ Shiftmakers to look out for:   Camari Ellis Andrea Morgan Mprint Creations ______ Connect: IG: @zenhomeconcierge ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify ______ Sponsors: Flipboard: https://flipboard.com/ Brandless: brandless.com/listen   Get free ship