Kisha Barton of New York, New York #IYPFW 2013 Conference Speaker

Kisha Barton 

#IYPFW Conference Speaker 2013

August 10, 2013 Atlanta, GA 

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Kisha Barton, public relations specialist for kbartonPR, is the President of the Black Public Relations Society – NY Chapter. She has over eight years of experience creating and executing national and local events, new business development, strategic public relations campaigns, sponsorship, social media and employee communications in the entertainment, non-profit, business-to-consumer and government industries. Kisha is a member of several professional organizations including New York Association of Black Journalists and is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree at SUNY – Empire State College. Kisha owns kbartonPR, a PR firm serving entertainment, consumer and non-profit industries.

Krystal Smith of Dallas, TX #IYPFW Conference Speaker 2013

Krystal Smith 

#IYPFW Conference Speaker 2013

August 10, 2013 Atlanta, GA 

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In a League of Her Own

Krystal Smith, 29, has a passion for sisterhood and for supporting young girls struggling to find their identity and place in this world.  This is the focus of her organization BAM (Beautiful Ambitious Me).

Krystal Smith is no ordinary woman. She lives, breathes and dreams of being true to her higher self, using this as an inspiration to young women and a source for positive change in their lives.  Krystal was born October 14, 1983 to mother Shirley Harris and father Laroy Harris.  She attended Eastern Hills High School until 2002, after which she pursued a business degree at Letourneau University and pursued her license through the Ogle Hair/Skin Academy in Hurst, Texas.

Despite all she accomplished thus far, she hungered for more; the feeling of simply “just existing” kept gnawing at her.  In 2008, Krystal experienced an abrupt life change when she was faced with divorce.  After living with an abundance of anger, disappointment, hurt and betrayal, feeling both unloved and a failure, she recognized a need for special support that was not available to her in her time of need. She knew there must be other women facing these same challenges alone, just as she had experienced.  This emboldened her to form a sisterhood for struggling young women, which she named BAM.

After much success as a public speaker, fundraiser and mentor to battered women, as well as assisting others with housing and employment issues, Krystal decided to move her passion forward; in 2012, the BAM mentoring program for young girls ages 11-18 was born.

The organization is geared to support, uplift and empower young girls; Krystal’s motto is, “Turning a girl into a lady.”  She engages in numerous speaking and public appearances promoting her cause and vision.  BAM has conducted its second annual prom give away where we have provided forester girls with prom dress, accessories hair and makeup made college care package with basic everyday items such as bed linen, books and toiletry donations and has participated in community outreach programs such as the Eastern Hill School Clean up Forth Worth, Cancer Care Services and the March for dime, feeding the homeless, toy drives etc.  

Alphonso Harvey, Jr. of Nashville, TN #IYPFW Conference Speaker 2013

Alphonso Harvey, Jr.

#IYPFW Conference Speaker 2013

August 10, 2013 Atlanta, GA 

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Alphonso Harvey Jr., is a North Carolina born, Florida raised businessman based in Nashville, TN. Over the past 14 years he has worked in corporate America in a variety of roles at UPS. Serving now as an Account Manager for the Greater Nashville Metropolitan area for a multi-million dollar portfolio, Alphonso consults with business owners to stream line processes and increase their efficiencies to enhance their bottom line. Alphonso graduated with a Master’s in Business Administration from Regis University and an undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University.

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Alphonso has received many accolades for his work at UPS. In 2011 he was accepted to the World Of Champions, home to the top 3% of salesman at UPS. In 2012 he was recognized as the top salesman in his market segment, for Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle. Alphonso is viewed as a leader in the organization and is called on to mentor junior professionals in the organization, several of which whom have been promoted to areas of increasing responsibility.

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In addition to his work at UPS, Alphonso is an accomplished entrepreneur, owning several businesses, including AWH Productions, an event production company.  AWH Productions has created several signature events ranging from The Black Out for Vanderbilt Homecoming, to The Frankie Beverly and Maze and KEM Concert.


Alphonso is also very active in the community, volunteering with the HOYAS foundation, a group that mentors at risk middle school age boys. He also is very active in his fraternity, The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated. He strives to help people achieve their dreams and subscribes to the mantra that, “There are no problems, just unfound solutions”.

Teneka Steed of Atlanta, GA #IYPFW Conference Speaker 2013

 Teneka Steed 

#IYPFW Conference Speaker 2013

August 10, 2013 Atlanta, GA 

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As an advocate of knowledge and passion for service, Teneka Steed is the Founder of UnderstandologyTM​ International, a research firm focused on providing a new way of understanding for women, entrepreneurs and business executives.

 UnderstandologyTM which is the new science of understanding that equip others to better understand who they are, understand why they do what they do, and learn how to create the life they love.



Recognized as a beauty and image expert, she received The Queen’s Foundation volunteer Beauty Award in 2012. She embodies what true beauty means and inspires others to take pride in their image.  Along with her natural talent of image and style, she received a certification in personal styling from the International Fashion and Style Academy. She incorporates her talents and expertise in image and educates others on how to create a look that empowers their brand.

Teneka is well known for her love of research! She is an expert at researching and loves to understand why people do what they do. In 2007, she received an award as the Best Graduate Student Researcher at North Carolina Central University.



As an honor undergraduate Psychology major and honor Sociology master student, she was admitted into a PhD program in Educational Research Methodology with a full scholarship at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. While matriculating, she was the first in 5 years to ace her master’s comprehensive examination with a 4.0 GPA.

Teneka has worked with NASA, UNC, Department of Education, LSU, Girls Inc., Duke, College Board, Boys & Girls Club, …just to name a few.

Her philosophy is – “Understand your power within so that you can live the life you love!”

Dr. D'Lorah Butts-Lucas of Daytona Beach, FL #IYPFW 2013 Speaker

Dr. D'Lorah Butts-Lucas

#IYPFW Conference Speaker 2013

August 10, 2013 Atlanta, GA 

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Dr. D'Lorah Lucas currently serves as an Associate Minister at New Heart Christian Center in Daytona Beach, Florida. Dr. D’Lorah has been a featured speaker at churches and events in her home state of Florida and as far away as the Republic of the Philippines. Equipped for her calling in ministry and law, Dr. D’Lorah received a Juris Doctorate degree from Florida State University College of Law, Bachelor of Science degree from Vanderbilt University in Human & Organizational Development and she is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Practical Theology from Regent University.

Dr. D’Lorah has operated in various ministry capacities including, but not limited to: Music Ministry, Jail Ministry, Altar Ministry, Youth Department Leader, Bible Study & Sunday School Teacher, School of Ministry Instructor, and Outreach Department. Beyond ministerial service, Dr. D’Lorah has excelled professionally as a human resources executive with the School District of Volusia County and statewide project manager with The Paxen Group, Inc. She has also served as the Legislative Director for the Volusia-Flagler Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and Advisory Board for the Vince Carter Embassy of Hope Foundation.

Dr. D’Lorah believes that everyone experiences challenges in life and while obstacles may come in careers, education, family or a myriad of personal matters; the common theme throughout trials is the ability to triumph.

 — with D'Lorah Butts-Lucas.

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