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Women of Vision – L-R: Candace Morgan, Tanika Yancy, Elke Griffin, Dr. Artangela Henry, Kae Babineaux, Tonia Baker, Jacqueline Houser, Dr. Angela Anderson (Not pictured Dr. Tonya Dennis, Dr. Tyra Watts, Keana Allert, Shunta Williams) leadership expert, internationally certified speaker, trainer and executive coach and the #1 international best-selling author of Now What?! Get OVER Yourself and MOVE! Although she commits herself to pouring into others, she is also quick to point out that she is supported by wonderful family and friends. Accomplished in her own right, Candace Morgan is a 17-year tech execu- tive at a Fortune 20 telecommunications company, where she oversees a team respon- sible for the multimillion-dollar accounts of many of the most recognizable companies in the world. She is a mother of 5, including a set of 14-year old triplets! How awesome is that? Both of these professionals have learned how to manage demanding careers, while remaining devoted to the care and needs of their families. But, they didn’t do it without leaning on others who shared similar chal- lenges. Like the women in Hidden Figures who recognized each other’s individual talents, celebrated and supported each other; Dr. 24  HimPower March/April 2019 Angela and Candace Morgan acknowledge the power and benefit of working together and using their talents for collective impact. Over their 12 year friendship, they have seen each other grow as mothers, wives, and business women. They have been there for one another in struggle and in triumph. As co-hosts of Just Be Real Sis, they are ready to take what they have learned to promote positive conversations and support for other women. These ladies have obviously tapped into something that could benefit many women today. When you speak to them, it isn’t over- complicated or difficult. They subscribe to simple principles. They understand that all people want a few basic things. They want to be seen, heard, and valued. These two ladies are doing the work and using their voices for good. They are proof that it is possible to operate in individual and collec- tive excellence, as you will see from their own words. HimPower: Ladies, it seems so many women fall into the proverbial trap that promotes jealousy, distrust and competitive-