Our members-only and public event attendees have hosted a wide variety of influential speakers. Some of these professionals have mentored our members by sharing their personal stories of setbacks and triumphs that they have encountered on their quest to success. Some have spoken on the issues affecting our community. Others have offered words of encouragement, effective tools, and valuable resources to help our public attendees reach their desired career levels.

Below are some individuals who have supported YBWS with their insight, wisdom, and experience:

• Colette Phillips, CEO of Colette Phillips Communications, Inc.
• Monica Cost, CEO of Evidently Assured
• Ayanna Pressley, At Large Boston City Councilor
• Dr. Beverly Edgehill, President and CEO of the Partnership, Inc.
• Daniel Rivers, Founder & President of Nexus Alliance
• Sylvia Ferrell-Jones, President & CEO of YWCA Boston
• Andrea, Former Biggest Loser contestant
• Susan Windham Bannister, President & CEO Mass Life Sciences
• Charlotte Golar Richie, Senior Vice President, YouthBuild USA
• Dr. Ingrid Tucker, President, Mother Caroline Education Center
• Joesph Feaster, Civil Rights Attorney
• Katherine Kennedy, Founder, Divas Uncorked
• Tina Cherry, Louis D. Brown Institute

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