Join Us For Our Virtual Women's Conference!
It's Her Power is a community initiative and virtual women’s conference
encouraging and preparing women and girls to pursue leadership in any industry in their communities & sharing the tools they need to reach success. We also encourage men to utilize their power to advocate for women, too.
Meet Our Founder & Host!
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Cierra Jackson is a proud alumna of two women's colleges, Spelman College and Yale University's Women's Campaign School and is the fourth of, now, eight women in her family to attend Spelman College. Selected as both a White House and Capitol Hill intern, Cierra served as the only White House intern in her class to serve the Chief of Staff's office during the Obama Administration. Miss Jackson is also an accomplished singer who has not only worked in the White House, but has performed there too. Cierra, who has also served as a TV host, has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Essence, People and on First Lady Obama's Instagram and service campaigns. In addition to serving as Miss Black International Ambassador and Miss District of Columbia in the Miss America & Miss USA/Universe Organizations, Cierra has also served as an ambassador for two nonprofits, Running Start and She Should Run, where she encouraged and trained young women from all over the nation (and even in Iceland!) to run for political office. As the Founder of It's Her Power, Cierra hopes to redefine what it means to look like a politician, not just for herself, but for all women and to encourage them to lead in their communities with a servant's heart.
Introduction of Our Conference Sponsors
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Check Out Our Speakers!
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Women of Faith
Performance, One-On-One Interview and Audience Q&A
Courtney Danyelle McCormick, a long life resident of the charming city Valdosta, Georgia, is an alumna of Valdosta High School, graduating with the class of 2018. Courtney's passion for the arts began with self-taught liturgical dance, paving the way for a remarkable journey in performing arts. Along the way, she had the privilege of training with renowned mentors such as Linda Chase and Karen Cook, showcasing her talents at prestigious venues like the Theater Guild.
Courtney's dedication to her craft and unwavering passion for the arts continue to inspire those around her. With each performance, she strives to bring joy and beauty to the world through her artistry.
Courtney's dedication to her craft and unwavering passion for the arts continue to inspire those around her. With each performance, she strives to bring joy and beauty to the world through her artistry.
Women in Fashion Business
One-On-One Interview and Audience Q&A
Shanti Sylvester a visionary powerhouse with Brooklyn roots and Caribbean fire — a self-made woman who turned grit into grace, fashion into empowerment, and every setback into a slingshot. As the founder of Mode718, she is not just selling clothes — she is curating confidence, celebrating culture, and redefining what it means to show up boldly, beautifully, and unapologetically.
From teenage mom to financial analyst to fashion trailblazer, Shanti worn every title with purpose. She juggles full-time work, single motherhood, and entrepreneurship like it’s a runway walk — organized, intentional, and always with style. Shanti leads with love, build with integrity, and empower with every stitch, staying true to my roots while reaching for legacy.
“Built from the boroughs, styled for the world.”
Instagram.com/mode.718
From teenage mom to financial analyst to fashion trailblazer, Shanti worn every title with purpose. She juggles full-time work, single motherhood, and entrepreneurship like it’s a runway walk — organized, intentional, and always with style. Shanti leads with love, build with integrity, and empower with every stitch, staying true to my roots while reaching for legacy.
“Built from the boroughs, styled for the world.”
Instagram.com/mode.718
Women in Media
One-on-One Interview
Chyna Marie, The ATL Princess is an Atlanta native that represents her city every chance she gets! She started her radio journey at Albany State University and later transferred to The University of West GA where she landed her internship at V-103 Atlanta. Chyna has worked in promotions, as well as other markets as an on air personality.
She’s been the go to host for a variety of events including, artist showcases, cheer and dance competitions, dance showcases, after parties, birthday parties, club events, church events and more.
In 2020, Chyna attended ABC Bartending school and has been bartending various events since, including weddings, birthday parties, zoom parties, engagement parties and much more. She is currently an instructor for Local Bartending School and South Atlanta Bartending School. Chyna started her business, Concepts by Chyna Marie after completing bartending school. The goal of her business is to provide a bartending host to create a memorable experience!
When Chyna’s not on the radio or bartending, you can catch her Dancing and Skating around the city.
Chyna also commits a lot of time by giving back to the community. She has a reading program called “Cool Kids Read” with Chyna Marie, that is geared toward elementary students, and she also serves a lot of time volunteering as a competitive cheerleading coach with Dream Xtreme Athletics and B. E. Mays High School.
Chyna can be heard right here in Atlanta on your airwaves on V-103.
instagram.com/thechynamarie
She’s been the go to host for a variety of events including, artist showcases, cheer and dance competitions, dance showcases, after parties, birthday parties, club events, church events and more.
In 2020, Chyna attended ABC Bartending school and has been bartending various events since, including weddings, birthday parties, zoom parties, engagement parties and much more. She is currently an instructor for Local Bartending School and South Atlanta Bartending School. Chyna started her business, Concepts by Chyna Marie after completing bartending school. The goal of her business is to provide a bartending host to create a memorable experience!
When Chyna’s not on the radio or bartending, you can catch her Dancing and Skating around the city.
Chyna also commits a lot of time by giving back to the community. She has a reading program called “Cool Kids Read” with Chyna Marie, that is geared toward elementary students, and she also serves a lot of time volunteering as a competitive cheerleading coach with Dream Xtreme Athletics and B. E. Mays High School.
Chyna can be heard right here in Atlanta on your airwaves on V-103.
instagram.com/thechynamarie
His Power for Her Power: Allyship in Music
Tevaun Beale is a professional international guitarist and band leader with extensive experience performing with live artists and in high-level productions across gospel, pop, blues, rock, and jazz. He has toured Europe and performed internationally, including in cruise ship and luxury hospitality environments. Tevaun studied at the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts, where he built a strong foundation in musicianship and performance. In addition to performing, he has managed music and entertainment projects at Sandals Resorts International and has led outreach programs using music to engage and inspire inner-city youth.
instagram.com/vauni_guitz
instagram.com/vauni_guitz
His Power for Her Power: Allyship in Music
Interview & Audience Q & A
Shaun Moore is a Record Producer who is a Voting Member of the Recording Academy. Atlanta Chapter. Shaun was raised in Stone Mountain Ga, where he grew up participating in all of the music programs from 5th grade all the way through to 12th grade as a student. It was in the 11th grade at Stephenson High School, from where he graduated, when he earned 11 full music-scholarships to colleges across the country. On a full music-scholarship, Jackson State University was my school of choice to attend.
While attending Jackson State University studying music, Shaun quickly became an ambassador of the University and excelled in all his endeavors. Excelling so much to the point that he graduated Jackson State University with a 4.0 GPA and degree in music. Upon graduation, Shaun returned to Atlanta and started my journey in the music business.
A couple of Shaun's career highlights include working with:
- 4x GRAMMY Award-Winning Multi-Platinum recording artist Shawn Stockman of BoyzIIMen
- GRAMMY Award-Winning Multi-Platinum recording artist Daron Jones from 112
- GRAMMY Award-Winning Multi-Platinum singer/ songwriter & artist Jackie's Boy
- GRAMMY Award-Winning Multi-Platinum songwriter/ producer SG-1
- GRAMMY Nominated Multi-Platinum recording artist David Banner
- GRAMMY Nominated & Latin GRAMMY Nominated artist, producer, engineer Antonio Vergara
- GRAMMY Nominated & Billboard Top 40 recording artist Monique Nikkole
- 2x Emmy Award-Winning & 3x Webby Award-Winning songwriter/ composer Tye Huntley
- The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra
- Multi-Platinum recording artist Chingy
- Multi-Platinum songwriter Darnell Dalton
- Legendary Atlanta Music Industry Executive Ian Burke
- Billboard Top 10 & GRAMMY considered recording artist Alexis Branch
- Award-Winning Los Angeles Pop recording artist Sarah Christine
- Atlanta Pop recording artist Jesse Owen Astin
- Nashville, Tennessee RnB recording artist Lucki Price
- Dallas, Texas Pop recording artist Amiko
- Stockton, California RnB recording artist Sha'Lena McCoy
- Atlanta rapper Bre $tyle
- Los Angeles Pop recording artist/ producer Madelynne West
& more!!!
In April of 2024, Shaun was a panelist at the 2024 2 Day APS Music Tech Summit in partnership with Save The Music Foundation, Music Education Group, and Atlanta Public Schools. Also, in March of 2024, he produced a Pop record entitled "All In" that went #2 Globally on Amazon Music's "Movers & Shakers in Songs" category.
For 2025, in addition to his current releases this year, Shaun produced a Pop record entitled "Signs Of Life" that went #1 for eleven (11) consecutive weeks on Radio FM 100 in Brazil. He has worked on a Contemporary Blues Album that went #2 Globally on Amazon Music’s “Movers & Shakers in Albums” category. In November, as a Producer, Shaun was a Guest Speaker at Georgia State University for the National Collegiate Entertainers Group (NCEG) Event.
In addition to that, his projects have been submitted for GRAMMY consideration in Best R&B Song, Best R&B Performance, Best R&B Album, Best Pop Solo Performance, Best Contemporary Blues Album, Song Of The Year, and Record Of The Year.
www.instagram.com/11thgrademusic
While attending Jackson State University studying music, Shaun quickly became an ambassador of the University and excelled in all his endeavors. Excelling so much to the point that he graduated Jackson State University with a 4.0 GPA and degree in music. Upon graduation, Shaun returned to Atlanta and started my journey in the music business.
A couple of Shaun's career highlights include working with:
- 4x GRAMMY Award-Winning Multi-Platinum recording artist Shawn Stockman of BoyzIIMen
- GRAMMY Award-Winning Multi-Platinum recording artist Daron Jones from 112
- GRAMMY Award-Winning Multi-Platinum singer/ songwriter & artist Jackie's Boy
- GRAMMY Award-Winning Multi-Platinum songwriter/ producer SG-1
- GRAMMY Nominated Multi-Platinum recording artist David Banner
- GRAMMY Nominated & Latin GRAMMY Nominated artist, producer, engineer Antonio Vergara
- GRAMMY Nominated & Billboard Top 40 recording artist Monique Nikkole
- 2x Emmy Award-Winning & 3x Webby Award-Winning songwriter/ composer Tye Huntley
- The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra
- Multi-Platinum recording artist Chingy
- Multi-Platinum songwriter Darnell Dalton
- Legendary Atlanta Music Industry Executive Ian Burke
- Billboard Top 10 & GRAMMY considered recording artist Alexis Branch
- Award-Winning Los Angeles Pop recording artist Sarah Christine
- Atlanta Pop recording artist Jesse Owen Astin
- Nashville, Tennessee RnB recording artist Lucki Price
- Dallas, Texas Pop recording artist Amiko
- Stockton, California RnB recording artist Sha'Lena McCoy
- Atlanta rapper Bre $tyle
- Los Angeles Pop recording artist/ producer Madelynne West
& more!!!
In April of 2024, Shaun was a panelist at the 2024 2 Day APS Music Tech Summit in partnership with Save The Music Foundation, Music Education Group, and Atlanta Public Schools. Also, in March of 2024, he produced a Pop record entitled "All In" that went #2 Globally on Amazon Music's "Movers & Shakers in Songs" category.
For 2025, in addition to his current releases this year, Shaun produced a Pop record entitled "Signs Of Life" that went #1 for eleven (11) consecutive weeks on Radio FM 100 in Brazil. He has worked on a Contemporary Blues Album that went #2 Globally on Amazon Music’s “Movers & Shakers in Albums” category. In November, as a Producer, Shaun was a Guest Speaker at Georgia State University for the National Collegiate Entertainers Group (NCEG) Event.
In addition to that, his projects have been submitted for GRAMMY consideration in Best R&B Song, Best R&B Performance, Best R&B Album, Best Pop Solo Performance, Best Contemporary Blues Album, Song Of The Year, and Record Of The Year.
www.instagram.com/11thgrademusic
Thank You to Our Conference Sponsors!
Thank you to all of Our Incredible Speakers, Panelists & Attendees!
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