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Author/Speaker/Educator Chasity Strawder stops by Good Deeds w/Dr. Renee Sunday Feb 02, 2015

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Chasity Strawder is a native of Southeast Arkansas, but has been a resident of the Midwest for fourteen years. She was previously a fifth grade teacher in the Ann Arbor Public Schools of Ann Arbor, Michigan. In 2006, Chasity met and married her husband Terrence. She is the proud mother of two boys, Donovan and Joshua. After resigning from teaching in 2007, Chasity moved on to pursue plans for the future and to focus on her family. A series of unfortunate events in 2010 shaped her to become an author of her first book entitled, “Broken for the Promise.” It is a depiction of a difficult journey that Chasity had over four years ago while pregnant with her son, Joshua. She was dying, homeless, and facing other hardships that she has since overcome in life. The message is one of hope and healing as there is restoration after devastation.

National Bestseller Author DiShan Winters stops by Good Deeds w/Dr. Renee Sunday Jan 29, 2015

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DiShan Winters, (formerly Washington), is a native of Valley, Alabama. Married at the age of 16, she became one of the youngest known First Ladies (Pastor’s wife) at the age of 17, and with this feat came incredible challenges that led to bouts of low self-esteem,depression, two suicide attempts, and a plethora of other struggles that sheopenly shares. Most recently, the landscape of her life changed and her marriage of 15 years came to an end. She is currently the National and Essence best-selling author of, “Diary of a Mad First Lady” (Urban Books-March 2010) and “The Preacher’s Wifey” (February 2013); author of “Delilah: The Man (A Single Woman’s Guide to Not Choosing The Wrong Man), and the nationally recognized playwright for plays such as: “Everything That Look GoodAin’t Good For You”, “Is Love Supposed To Hurt?”, and “I Can If I Want To.” DiShan is also a powerful and prolific minister, teacher, life coach, and motivational speaker. Having spoken & shared on major platforms throughout the country, her willingness to be transparent about her struggles and success often leaves her audience wanting to hear more. She was featured on the TLC reality show, Sisterhood,in January 2013. DiShan has graced the National Bestseller's List for the past four years. In 2015 DiShan is launching her Hugs Campaign. The Hugs Campaign well bring the awareness of self-acceptance, relationship building and mental health awareness to women across the country. Books for 2015: The two books under her brand, Pure Publishing, are: "Delilah: The Man" (Available Now) (A Single Woman's Guide To Not Choosing The Wrong Man) and, "Diary of a Mad First Lady 2: The Story of Lisa Hodges" (Coming Winter 2014).

Award Winning Author Iris Boiling Stops by Good Deeds with Dr. Renee Sunday Jan 26, 2015

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Iris Bolling was born in Richmond, Virginia, has a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management. She is currently a Workforce Development Trainer with the Commonwealth of Virginia, providing management training and professional development consultation for the state workforce.To combine the areas in her life she enjoys the most, education, politics and romance, Iris Bolling penned her first manuscript, Once You’ve Touched the Heart, which was release in March 2008. Since that time she has released five additional books in The Heart Series. The Heart Series, which consist of The Heart of Him, Look Into My Heart, A Heart Divided, A Lost Heart and The Heart, have captivated the eyes and heart of readers. In May of 2011, Iris introduced a new cast of Characters in her novel Night of Seduction/Heaven’s Gate. The Pendleton Rule, which was released in February of 2013 the sequeled In April of 2010 Iris was named Debut Author the Year, at the Romance Slam Jam Conference. Her novel, Once You’ve Touched the Heart was voted the Readers Choice Award with Shades of Romance Magazine for, Romance Book of the Year. Iris was voted Romance Author of the Year and Author of the Year. Her novel A Lost Heart was nominated Romantic Suspense Novel of the Year, at the 2011 Romance Slam Jam. In 2012, her novel, The Heart won Hero of The Year for her character Al “Turk” Day. Showing the ability to continuously introduce award winning novels, Iris’s introduction of her new series, Gems & Gents, titled, Teach Me won The Heroine of The Year at the 2013 Emma Awards for her character Diamond Lassiter. She just completed season one of The Heart Television Show

CEO/Psychotherapist Karen Poyser-Navratil stops by Good Deeds w/Dr. Renee Sunday Jan 22, 2015

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Karen Poyser-Navratil is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), whose focus includes, however, is not limited to trauma, self-esteem, and depression. Karen received her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration (MPA) from Nova Southeastern University. Karen also received a Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from Barry University. Due to her love for the learning process and her desire to grow and be the best for the teen girls and women she comes in contact with; she obtained a life coach certification from Florida International University. She has also been trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), a comprehensive, integrative psychotherapy approach in trauma treatment. Karen is fortunate and grateful to have experienced a myriad of challenges in life. During the midst of each trial, God provided strength. In fact, God’s purpose for her life was dependent on those events. Her strength, courage and faith would ultimately foster a desire to help teen girls and women, especially single mothers find their authentic, purposeful and passionate truth. Karen is the CEO and primary psychotherapist at A.R.I.S.E. (Accepting, Respecting, Improving and Self Evolving) One Support Services, LLC. Karen is a wife and mother of three daughters. And above all this, she is a child of God with purpose and passion who is able to walk through the pain!

Author, Publisher & Speaker Gayle Johnson stops by Good Deeds w Dr. Renee Sunday Jan 19, 2015

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Gayle "Delicious" Johnson is an author,publisher, ghost writer, poet, and the founder of her own independent publishing company. With five published books under her belt she is now working on her sixth and seventh book. Gayle will continue to write it is her number one passion. Gayle's passion for the literary arena has prompted her to start her own publishing company. Armed with faith, prayer and determination in 2012 inspired by her deceased mother Jean E. Johnson, Jay Jay Publishing Although Gayle’s books are all fictional stories, they carry a dash of reality, domestic violence, sexual abuse and drama. Gayle is a survivor of domestic violence, rape and sexual abuse, she is going to write her memoir and it will be filled with truth, drama, reality and a dash of fiction.

Author Joyce Fields stops by Good Deeds With Dr. Renee Sunday Jan 15, 2015

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Joyce Fields started her career as a stenographer at a major utility company in Detroit, working her way up through supervisor of word processing, then as the office manager for an automotive advertising agency, and, lastly, as an executive assistant at a large non-profit health maintenance organization. She is also a professional proofreader (one of her clients was eHarmony, the dating service). She wrote her first book, Line of Serenity (a memoir), in 1997. Being the oldest of seven, in a very happy family, Joyce wanted to capture the way their parents raised them so that the way they did it would not be lost when they all passed on. The book goes from 1944 (the year Joyce was born) through 1977 and includes family recipes and photographs. Joyce gets her inspiration from living and observing life. In addition to Line of Serenity, she has written eight other books about relationships (The Best Way to Keep a Man is to Let Him Go [among other things]); parenting (Mother's Dozen: An Easy Recipe for Raising GREAT Kids!), which is also available in Spanish; children's fiction (Jette Black and Her Seven Friends); children's non-fiction (THE VISION: Telling Kids That They Can Make the World a Better Place); bullying (Dear Bully: A Collection of Poems about Bullying); the power and simplicity of quotes (My Simple Quotes to Live By); and breast cancer (A Breast Cancer Journey to GREATER Joy! Taking the Fear and Mystery Out of a Breast Cancer Diagnosis).She also wrote three opinion editorials ("Better examples help kids more than political remedies," "The Golden Rule could improve race relations," and "Provide kids with role models, and sell them education,") which were published (verbatim) in The Detroit Free Press.

Honorable Dwan B. Walker-Mayor of Aliquippa stops by Good Deeds w/Dr.Rene Sunday Jan 14, 2015

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The Honorable Dwan Walker is the first African American elected official to serve as Mayor of the rural City of Aliquippa since the city’s 204 year existence. Mayor Walker is also the second only African American to ever hold a position in Beaver County. As the city’s first black Mayor, Dwan Walker has faced racism and opposition. He constantly has to prove his position. As Mayor, I am responsible for the enforcing all of the laws and ordinances of Aliquippa. “I am so humbly proud of my city”, states Mayor Walker. As a lifelong resident of Aliquippa, Mayor Dwan Walker graduated in l994 from the City of Aliquippa school district. Mayor Walker has been the recipient of numerous high profile prestigious awards such as the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “Coordinator Award”. Mayor Walker has received Citations from the House of Representatives, and the Senate of Pennsylvania, the Dignity and Respect Champion Award, the Jefferson Award for Community Service, the 50 Men of Excellent Award, the Black History Achievement Award, and the Dare to Dream Award. Mayor Walker is dedicated to rebuilding the City of Aliquippa. As Mayor, he is spear heading a campaign to bring more businesses and corporate partnerships to his city.He has also received recently the ‘Young, Black and Gifted Award”. As Mayor of Aliquippa he gives respect to every citizen in his city, but he is very tough on crime. Mayor Walker he has an open door policy where citizens can come in to his office and speak with him directly. The Honorable Mayor, Dwan B. Walker and his administration have dedicated their efforts to creating a transparent government with a theme of “One Aliquippa, All Hands On Deck”.

Motherhood & Dream Expert Erica Gordon stops by Good Deeds w/ Dr. Renee Sunday Jan 12, 2015

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Erica Gordon is The Mom Elevation Expert (TM) and she helps moms create the life they want without the guilt that women who want more out of life often feel. She is the CEO of MomsWithDreams University(TM), the online go-to source for ambitious and passionate moms. Erica loves to empower through spoken and written words. She is a #1 International Best-Selling Author and compiler of Motherhood Dreams & Success: You Can Have it All. Erica is an empowerment speaker and the weekly Host of Internet talk show, Empower ME Radio. Erica was a teen mom and was married at the young age of 22. After 14 years of marriage and several years of dysfunction and adultery, her marriage ended in divorce. During her marital separation Erica earned her Masters degree while working both a full-time and part-time job. It was during this difficult time in her life that Erica discovered her calling to empower other women to live out their dreams. Erica’s personal pain and experience is the foundation of her empire. She empowers moms with the tools, guidance and support they need to create and live the life they desire. Erica enjoys using her unique gifts to help moms reach their full potential. www.momswithdreams.com www.momswithdreamsuniversity.com www.motherhooddreamsandsuccess.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/EricaGordon42 or www.facebook.com/momswithdreams

Author, Creativity Coach Chris B. Smith stops by Good Deeds w/ Dr. Renee Sunday Jan 08, 2015

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After years of relentless striving and burn-out, and then some wake-up calls and deep spiritual work, Chris Smith stopped holding back her authentic self and focused on freeing others to be the unique work of art each was created to be. Chris has made over 125 quilts and works of textile art, including award winners and some that have raised tens of thousands for charity. Her new book, Reap As You Sew: Spirit at Work in Quiltmaking, contains stories and practical exercises showing quilting and spirituality working together for women of different faiths and creative styles. A former attorney, Chris is also a Holy-Spirit led coach who combines the best of Kaizen-Muse™ Creativity Coaching and Convergence™ Coaching. For those open to it, she helps women through emotionally healing heart work and life-changing spiritual cleansing. At an energetic 65, Chris embodies her belief that it's never too late to express your creative potential and fulfill your sacred calling.

Financial Guru Chandra Winford stops by Good Deeds w/ Dr. Renee Sunday Jan 05, 2015

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Chandra Winford is the CEO of Winford Financial. A Financial Services company which focuses on providing practical solutions for ministries and businesses. Her prior position was Chief Financial Officer for a worldwide ministry. Under her direction, the ministry has overcome a $10 million dollar deficit in a little over a year. Best known for her ability to push entities into the black. Winford greatest desire is to use her financial abilities to assist individuals, small businesses, churches and non-profits in making better financial decisions. She is an author of a book “Money Does Matter and So Does How you Handle It”. A book on practical money solutions for individuals looking for strategies on better financial management.

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