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A truly extraordinary finale to the legacy that is The Eastern Area Leadership Experience.

The Washington (DC) Chapter attended the two-day Leadership Summit at the Gaylord National Resort and the National Harbor for extended activities. The Friday pre-Summit was an unmatched social experience for members arriving from all states across the Atlantic seaboard. The Saturday itinerary was chock full of powerhouse speakers, panelists, and breakout sessions focused on the “trust we hold”and how we pass that power to enrich the organizations we love.

Check out today’s IG Stories for special moments captured.

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A Great Day in Publishing brought together authors, readers, and storytellers across genres, generations, and experiences.

From fiction and memoir to history, leadership, culture, and stories for younger readers, the day was filled with conversations about the power of books, community, and the many ways stories can shape how we see ourselves and one another.

Swipe through a few of the voices and books that were part of the day.

#AGreatDayInPublishing #BlackAuthors #BlackBooks #BookCommunity #storehousevoices

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A Great Day in Publishing was never just about books on a table.

It was authors, booksellers, and readers all in one room, proving what happens when Black storytelling gets the space it deserves.

This was a full day of fireside chats, readings, and signings at the Martha’s Vineyard Film Center, and every conversation showed exactly why this community exists.

A special thank you to our moderators for the day, @lovelylaurie1908, @justmelody, @rochellesodipo, and @templedsmith, for holding space for every one of those conversations.

At Storehouse Voices, we believe Black stories are not a niche. They are an essential part of the American story, and this gathering was proof of exactly that.

We’re already counting down to next year.

#StorehouseVoices #BlackAuthors #BlackStories #PublishingCommunity #marthasvineyard

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A Great Day in Publishing was about more than books. It was about the conversations, connections, and community that make storytelling possible.

Last week on Martha’s Vineyard, we gathered writers, readers, authors, and publishing professionals for a full day of conversations about creativity, identity, friendship, leadership, purpose, and the stories that shape how we see ourselves and one another.

Across the day, we made space to listen, learn, celebrate new work, share ideas, and connect beyond the page. From the stage to the signing tables, the energy in the room was a reminder of what can happen when we come together around stories that matter.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared their perspective, supported our authors, and helped make the day what it was.

We’re grateful for the community that met us on the Vineyard, and we’re already looking forward to next year.

#StorehouseVoices #AGreatDayInPublishing #MarthasVineyard #BlackStories #BlackAuthors

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One of the biggest highlights of my time at Essence Fest was sitting in on a powerful conversation at the Essence Authors activation.

Beautifully moderated by Bridgette Bartlett Royall @blkbabybliss19 , the panel featured authors Elaine Meryl Brown and Rhonda Joy McLean, discussing The Next Little Black Book of Success. I even had the opportunity to get my copy signed.

The conversation couldn’t have come at a better time. After navigating some challenging experiences professionally, hearing these women speak about leadership, stepping outside your comfort zone, negotiating your worth, and the growing influence of Black women entrepreneurs was exactly what I needed.

I started reading the book on my flight home, and it’s already full of timely reminders about navigating microaggressions, embracing new technology, leading with confidence, and managing yourself while leading others.

If you’re a Black woman investing in your growth whether in business, entrepreneurship, or corporate spaces, I highly recommend adding this one to your bookshelf.

Some conversations don’t just inspire you, they meet you exactly where you are. 🤎

#connecticutballoons #essenceauthors #thenextlittleblackbookofsuccess #leadershipskills #essencefest

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Thirty years since this iconic album from the Queen, Tina Turner.

Wildest Dreams continues to stand the test of time.

Congratulations to our Black Women Amplified alum, Elaine Meryl Brown, who served as executive producer of the television special, Inside Tina Turner’s Wildest Dreams, during this unforgettable chapter in Tina Turner’s legendary career.

What an extraordinary legacy to be part of. Congratulations on this incredible milestone.

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Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for Own Your Power: The Next Laws of Success, an engaging evening centered on leadership and personal growth. Co-authors Elaine Meryl Brown and Rhonda Joy McLean shared key lessons from The Next Little Black Book of Success, alongside Porscha Burke, Associate Publisher of Storehouse Voices at Penguin Random House. Moderated by Tiffany Dufu, President of the Tory Burch Foundation, the conversation encouraged attendees to lead with intention, challenge assumptions, and take ownership of their next professional chapter.

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Someone once spoke possibility into me when I couldn’t see it for myself.*

They saw something I hadn’t named yet, and took the time to guide me toward it. That moment changed everything, and it’s the reason I do this work.

I’m Cecilia. Inclusion Leader, Executive Coach, Culture Architect, and co-host of a podcast about identity and what comes next. For years I’ve been holding space for people navigating hard transitions, asking better questions about who they are and where they belong.

This account is where those conversations live.

Inclusion. Coaching. Leadership. The messy, meaningful work of figuring out who you’re becoming.

Pull up a chair. I’m glad you’re here.

📍 If you know me from my knitting and travels, that’s still me over at @creativececi . This is just another part of the story.

🎙️ And if you’re already listening to the podcast, welcome home, follow @afterchapterpodcast for new episodes

*Thank you to a few of my mentors, coaches, peer advisors, personal Board of Directors and more. I cherish every moment, every conversation, every piece of feedback given.

@askmarshah @cyntgm @stephane_1967 @di_pics @shawntee_unearthed @cmmfinancial135 @drkishayna @thenextlbb @nyulpresident @thasunda @valerierainford @iamlisaprice @preciouspearldonna @wheresclaire_vinvino @askcoachfelicia @shirley.g.mcalpine

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After a month 🤸🏿‍♂️🌞that tried every single one of my nerves, I officially chose peace and headed straight to the beach at **Asbury Park**. Because nothing screams *”I’m choosing the soft life”* quite like setting up a towel by the ocean with a basket full of high-vibe **Trader Joe’s** health food and cold-pressed juice.
No corporate nonsense, just the sound of the waves and my ultimate new obsession: @thenextlbb The Next Little Black Book of Success*
“Own your brilliance, command the room, and never apologize for your ambition.”

Between the ocean breeze, the TJ’s fuel, and these pages, the main character energy is officially restored. The world can wait—this queen is fully recharged.

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When I started the Black Women Amplified podcast, it was simply a space for me to share my stories.

Then one email changed everything.
@allmypromotions1 reached out and asked if I would interview her client, Tonya Pinkins. At the time, I had not interviewed anyone in years. The last time I regularly conducted interviews was when I worked for a magazine.

Of course, I said yes. And then interviewed another client, Erica Hubbard.

The conversations went beautifully, and the interviews marked the beginning of an entirely new era for Black Women Amplified.

Since then, I have had the privilege of sitting across from some of the most incredible women. Women who shared not only their stories, but their hearts, wisdom, and lived experiences.

One of the lessons I share often with the women I mentor is this: Your platform, vision, and work will evolve. The key is being willing to change when the moment calls for it.

Not compromise, but change. Flexibility is key, because that moment may become the answer to your prayer.

Sometimes the next chapter arrives in the form of a single opportunity. The only thing left to do is say yes. #blackwomenamplified #monicawisdom

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Join Women’s Media Group for an interactive conversation that brings the leadership lessons from The Next Little Black Book of Success into real-world practice. Hear from the co-authors and panelists as they explore what leadership looks like today and share actionable insights you can apply in your own career. Register at womensmediagroup.org.

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This week on Black Women Amplified, I sit down with Elaine Meryl Brown and Rhonda Joy McLean, two women whose careers have shaped the industries they moved through.

Elaine Meryl Brown is a Daytime Emmy Award–winning writer, producer, and former HBO executive who has led global campaigns and created platforms that reached audiences at scale. Rhonda Joy McLean is the President and CEO of RJMLEADS and the former Deputy General Counsel of Time Inc., where she advised major global brands and led at the highest levels of corporate decision-making.

Together, along with the late Marsha Haygood, they have spent decades navigating complex professional spaces and building a body of work that continues to guide women across industries.

We talk about what it really takes to build a career that lasts. Not the polished version, but the lived one. The decisions, the pivots, the relationships, and the moments where you have to figure it out in real time.

Their latest work, The Next Little Black Book of Success, is grounded in that experience. It is direct, practical, and honest about how things actually work.

We also take time to honor the legacy of Marsha Haygood and what it means to carry work forward after loss.

If you are navigating change, questioning your next move, or simply want to hear from women who have done the work and stayed long enough to understand it, this conversation is for you.

New episode drops Thursday.
#Blackwomenamplified #rhondajoymclean #elainemerylbrown #storehousevoices #monicawisdom

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