What key skills or qualities make you unique as an African American female leader?
WOO: “Winning others over” is my greatest quality. I have an ability to see the good in everyone and cheer them on to see the good in themselves. I am the ultimate hype woman.
What thoughtful or encouraging piece of advice would you give to your younger self?
I would say relax … you don’t have to produce everything. Relax and rest in God, knowing everything is in divine order.
Why is it important for women of color to work in leadership roles and decision making capacities?
For there to be success in the world and in corporations/organizations, there is a need to have diversity. I believe women of color bring power, empathy and grit to any situation we find ourselves. I also think it is important because we aren’t afraid to express ourselves and that is what’s missing … when others think they know what we need and want. You need us in the roomin decision-making positions, to tell you, so there is no guessing, or in most cases, no more getting it wrong.
