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The 1&ONLY Tia Lyles-Williams, D.Sc.

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Scientist. BioPharma-Engineer. #CoolNerd #BlkGirlMagic #FounderAndCEO of @lucaspyebio @helaplex #TheREALHU #FullSailAlum #USCTrojan👩🏽‍🔬👩🏽‍🔧👩🏽‍💻🧬🥼🧪🧫

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S/O to Daniel and his fellow earthly prophets #officialcallmecora #CoraJakes #DonJohnson #JoelTudman #StayPrayedUp #lionmentality🦁 #YourEmpireAwaits #nowgogetit 👊🏾❤️💪🏾🙏🏾💯👌🏾☝🏾#youagainstyou #behuman #wwjd #GodIsMyJudge #followinstructions by @drtlwill

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Today I will be speaking as a panelist from 11:20AM - 2:20PM EST @whitehouse Summit for Biotechnology & the Bioeconomy!

Link to watch LIVE Now is located in the @lucaspyebio #instaprofile

#thewhitehouse #bioeconomy #biotechnology #biologics #cdmos #biopharmaceuticals #WeGotNext #LPB by @drtlwill

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Everyone join me in wishing my 1 & ONLY sister a HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Happy Birthday @basketwhiz03 ! I hope you enjoy your day and your trip ❤️ We Love you Always 😘

And just like in the background of this pic, Dad is with you #inspirit wishing you a #HappyBirthday as well 🥰😍 by @drtlwill

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This coat I wear…Hebrew 12:1-2🙏🏽🥼🩺—

—is more than a symbol of where I am today it is proof that I beat the odds. It is a reminder that no matter where you start, your circumstances do not have to determine where you finish.

Reaching this milestone required countless hours of sacrifice, discipline, perseverance, and faith. My journey began in elementary school, at a time when my reading ability was not even measurable.

This coat is a testament to my village. I could not have made it here alone, no one can and having support and help is something we all need and should strive to provide. To every person who encouraged me, believed in me, challenged me, prayed for me, supported me, and reminded me of who I was when I doubted myself—this accomplishment belongs to you, too.

I hope my journey serves as a reminder to anyone who looks like me that you can do anything you put your mind to! Your dreams are never too big.

And this is only the beginning. taken in Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science by @drtlwill

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Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers that are still here with us, and to those that have already received their wings to watch over us 🙏🏾❤️🕊️ by @drtlwill

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…We all Scream for Ice Cream!!!🍦#PhillySummerTime #FIFA #weoutside by @drtlwill

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The raw reality of event planning: Flexibility, community, and the power of pivoting. 🧵 👇

This past weekend, HelaPlex hosted our 2026 Annual Founder’s Roof-Top BBQ in partnership with @vianexta. To say the planning for this type of event is “not for the weak” would be a massive understatement.

Behind every successful corporate event is a series of fires being put out in real time. We faced significant hurdles leading up to the big day:

- Tech Glitches: Our invitation platform malfunctioned, preventing us from hiding the guest list or limiting RSVPs. We went in completely blind on final headcount and cost requirements.

- Logistical Delays: On the day of, major internal scheduling and equipment delays meant the food wasn’t ready when guests arrived right on time.
But we pushed forward anyway.

What happened next is a true testament to the power of the #startup community we are building. Instead of frustration, our guests brought patience, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit. They stepped up, helped us carry equipment, and seamlessly assisted in transitioning the party from the Roof-Top down to the lobby area of The Hamilton just to help us beat the incoming thunderstorm.

They kept the energy high and the party going. What was supposed to end at 8:00 PM stretched all the way until 11:00 PM!

We could not have saved the night without our incredible support system. A massive shoutout to:

Melina Blees: For supporting our team and hunting down much-needed ice when every local store was completely sold out.

Our Extended Family: For jumping in and taking over the grilling duties.

@shotbybond 📸 : For capturing the entire night beautifully through photos!

A huge thank you to our co-hosts ViaNexta, and an even bigger thank you to our resilient guests who turned operational friction into an unforgettable evening of connection. Event planning might be unpredictable, but when you have the right people in the room, everything falls into place.

Cheers to the next one! 🥂

#EventPlanning #Networking #Resilience #Community HelaPlex ViaNexta Leadership CorporateCulture StartupLife WeAllWeGot EquityCantWait taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania by @drtlwill

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Finally Finished #FindingMe written by the ONLY ☝🏾THE @violadavis …thank you for helping me and us as women find ourselves through your eyes, mind and words.

Special S/O to my lil’ Cuzzo @beauty_with_ambition for gifting me with this book 😘 #iloveyousomuch #sundayreading 📕 taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania by @drtlwill

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Which pair of shoes is mines? 👟 taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania by @drtlwill

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Hey Y’all 👋🏾

Unfortunately, I did not make it to next to the round. However, I greatly appreciate everyone’s support and words of encouragement.

Thank you all for supporting this year’s @entrepreneurofimpact competition. Your participation allowed us to aid GENYOUth in their mission to help schoolchildren thrive by living a well-nourished and physically active life.

Please keep supporting the other candidates in your network that have moved on within the competition.

In the meantime, I’ll see all you throughout next week for @1phltech #PhillyTechWeek2026 👊🏾❤️ by @drtlwill

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Aight Fam! Ya’ll done help me get this far, and I know ya’ll gon’ keep helping and praying for me.

With your support, I’ve made it through the last 3 rounds in the @entrepreneurofimpact #competition.

Please cast your vote for me to move up to the Top 5 using the link in my #instaprofile

Feel free to share the link with members in your network that would like to support #blackscientists / #blackengineers as well as donate to a charitable cause for kids on behalf of @genyouthnow

Deadline: Today by 10PM EST 👊🏾❤️

Thank You ☺️

#blackscientistatwork taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania by @drtlwill

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