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CAMIL REIGN Originally from Jacksonville, FL, Camil relocated to Atlanta, GA to pursue a career in fashion and entertainment. After 10 years of being in radio and media entertainment, Camil started a graphic apparel line that created a new look for cute and casual clothing. Created and designed by CamilReign, an alumna of Florida A & M University. TAGLINES CLOTHING has been one of the most sought after graphic apparel companies since the release of its“ HBCULife” college brand of shirts and hoodies. We have a network of over 50 small businesses we produce garments for as well as distribution of our wholesale apparel through small boutiques. We produce monthly newsletters that go out to over 1,000 of our contacts introducing our next TAGLINE.
TORIA SIMMONS Toria Simmons, a writer and designer with creative talent, is the single mother of a 3 year old son. Born and raised in Charleston, SC, Tori graduated from Macedonia High School, and moved to Atlanta GA where she attend American Intercontinental University and received a BFA degree in Visual Communications. With a background in visual communications, Toria would go on to work for Ace Media and Freelance for five years and then move on to Gildan Active ware, where she has gained experience in distribution over the last 6 years. With a new take on a life as a single mother, Toria felt like it was time to do something for herself. Always pleasing others, but never truly pursuing her passion. She decided to start doing for herself. With the help of an old college friend, J. Nicolle, Toria decided to join Ms. Jennifer Pink and JVillage and become a JVillager. Now, working with J. Nicolle on her business; J. Nicolle Style House under the JVillagers’ program as an Virtual Assistant where she is assisting in designing flyers, creating press releases and media kits and also embarking on her creative writing talent. Toria works on small projects such as plays and scripts. She has a strong passion for creative writing and loves a challenge. She looks forward to fulfilling all her goals in life and embarking on new ventures.
TRACY V. ALLEN Tracy V. Allen is the primary parent to a twenty-two-year-old son and a twelve-year-old girl that she homeschools. She is a former English Language Arts educator and is the current owner of TVA Consulting where she helps emerging and ailing nonprofit organizations build and grow sustainable infrastructures. You can find out more about her by visiting her website at www. tracyvallen. com
TRESHENNA MILLER I’ m a 35 year old single mom to a spunky five year old. I attended Albany State University in Albany, Georgia for my BA and Central Michigan University in Atlanta for my MA. I currently teach Georgia Pre-K, my state’ s universally free Pre-K program, and have been since 2008. I have several things I love to do – spend time with my daughter, coupon, save money and travel – all of which I incorporate into my blog Frugal Excursions.
ADRIA ROBINSON Ms. Adria Robinson is the CEO / Founder of the Powerful Women in Business™ Association, LLC.( PWIB™) CEO / Founder of the Adria Robinson Consulting Services, CEO / Founder Powerful Men In Business and Powerful Men In Style, 2015 Global Award Winner of the SheRo Award, 2016 Unstoppable Woman“ Female Entrepreneur of the Year” Award Nominee and Former 1st Vice Chair of the National Congress of Black Women, Metro Atlanta Chapter. Ms. Robinson established the fastest growing chapter in the NCBW organization’ s history. In September 2017, the Powerful Women in Business™ Association will host their first Global Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada.
For more information on Adria Robinson, please visit https:// adriarobinson. com
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