Welcome to Connectedd events!
Our events offer safe spaces for Black women to connect, learn, and network, fostering meaningful relationships within the community.
Embracing Imperfection Workshop
Brought to you by Notedd, Embracing Imperfection workshop is a 90-minute interactive, virtual event featuring Stop Waiting For Perfect: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and into Your Power author and award-winning journalist L'Oreal Thompson Payton and certified mindset + leadership coach Sam Cartagena.
Through a live discussion, Q&A, and one-on-one coaching, this workshop will help attendees understand the effects of the harmful effects of perfectionism and how perfectionism can hold them back from reaching their full potential and being comfortable with themselves.
L'Oreal and Sam will share their personal perfectionism stories and experiences, while providing tips and practices that guide participants into redefining their own definitions of success and practices focused on compassion and acceptance to incorporate into daily routines.
Cultivating Gratitude and Joy Workshop with LaDonna Welch
Join us virtually on Wednesday, November 8th at 7pm ET as LaDonna Welch, the founder and CEO of Ebony Notes, helps us to find ways to celebrate our achievements, cultivate gratitude, and find joy in daily experiences. and give yourself the gratitude you truly deserve.
Engagedd & Empoweredd Brunch
We are working to reschedule this event. We will follow up with those details once available.
We cordially invite you to join us at Notedd's first in-person event, where you can expect exciting discussions and lively celebrations.
Join us for Notedd's first in-person event, a wonderful brunch called Engagedd & Empoweredd!
Get ready to feel inspired and energized as we connect with like-minded people and embrace positive vibes over a delicious brunch from Local Three. We'll have all your favorites, and we'll even raise a glass of champagne to celebrate our uniqueness.
Also, make sure you don't miss out on getting one of our Notedd affirmation journals. You can buy yours today with your ticket or at the event!
Together at Engagedd & Empoweredd, we can make a lasting impact, discuss the topics that matter most to us, and bring about positive change in our community. Mark your calendars for October 14 and join us!
Week of Well-Being
Ready to learn how to put yourself first consistently and without guilt?! Are you looking to reclaim your time this year and put yourself first?!
Join us April 25-May 1, as we get together for a week-long series of events focused on all aspects of our well-being!
Each day will feature a special guest speaker and a unique event including a breathwork session, a discussion on the connection between affirmations and our well-being, a chat on the importance of the six dimensions of wellness, an opportunity to work on our physical well-being with a power workout, and a walk through best practices to update our space with positive energy.
RSVP NOW and stay tuned as we’ll be sharing a formal invite to sign up for the events of your interest. Be on the lookout as we’ll continue to share more details throughout the month.
Affirmation Building & Journal Writing Workshop
#NoteddTribe, it's time for us to spend some [virtual] time together! As we head into Q2, let's get together for a collective reset.
Join our founder, Lauren Strayhorn and serial entrepreneur, Teyonna Ridgeway, as they share best practices to create your own affirmations and ways to start journaling with intention.
Need a little inspiration? Check out our article on the power of affirmation and 60 examples that can carry you through the year or build from in preparation of the workshop.
RSVP below to secure your spot and receive more information. We'll see you there!
Tribe Talk with Demietra Williams
Let’s chat monayyy, #NoteddTribe! This month, we’re chatting with Demietra Williams, personal finance expert and content strategist.
This Thursday, August 19 at 7 PM EST, we’ll learn from Demietra on attracting your abundance with a money mindset, setting personal finance and investing goals, and pivoting into entrepreneurship.
Learn more about Demietra below and make sure to drop in your questions using the link below.
About Demietra Williams
Demietra manages nine figure accounts in her day job. With over twenty years’ experience in finance, client relations, and sales, she has a proven ability to drive results, build and leverage relationships, and lead cross-functional projects.
But, at the epicenter of her passion, is running her ghostwriting and content marketing writing business. She loves to connect with women entrepreneurs and listen to their dreams and goals. She then helps them to voice their value and articulate their impact. She uses her knack for storytelling to help clients convert their potential customers into raving fans.
Demietra is excited to give back by sharing her journey to turning $200 into a lucrative stock market portfolio. She also relishes the opportunity to share the exact money mindfulness tips that she uses to transform her own money identity to one of service, profit, ease, and abundance.
Tribe Talk with Dr. Charmine Davis
Come back inside, #NoteddTribe! We’ve got another great Tribe Talk — just in time for the summer. As you know, our Tribe Talk series celebrates the accomplishments and contributions that the Notedd Tribe makes every day.
We’re excited to chat with Dr. Charmine Davis, founder and CEO of Just Us app. This Thursday, July 22 at 7 PM EST / 4 PM PST, we’ll learn about Dr. Charmine’s journey developing a social impact app that provides safe support for Black drivers interacting with the police.
Learn more about Dr. Davis by reading her bio below. You can also drop in any questions you have for Dr. Davis using the below link too.
About Dr. Charmine Davis
Charmine Davis is the Director of behavioral health services at the nationally recognized Jenesse Center offering comprehensive support to victims of domestic violence and their children. With over 25 years of unyielding commitment to serving families in Southern California, Charmine continues to make her mark as an accompanied community leader. She is currently training at the South Central Training Consortium servicing the un-attended to mental health and clinical counseling needs of diverse populations around Los Angeles.
As an impact visionary, her academic achievements are just as impressive. She received her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pacific Oaks College with a specialization in African American Family Studies. She obtained her doctorate degree from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Charmine is on a mission to create social change. She created the Just Us app to help prevent police brutality. She continues to foster this commitment as a professional member of the following organizations: Los Angeles County Psychological Association, the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapist, and the Association of Black Psychologist.
Tribe Talk with Tyra Laster
It’s time for another Tribe Talk! Our Tribe Talk series celebrates the accomplishments and contributions that the Notedd Tribe makes every day.
We’re excited to chat it up with Tyra Laster, founder and CEO of Silk & Root. This Thursday, May 20 at 7:30 PM EST, we’ll learn about Tyra’s journey balancing Corporate America and entrepreneurship, and how she keeps those edges laid.
Learn more about Tyra by visiting (or clicking) the link below. You can also drop in any questions you have for Tyra in this link too.
About SILK & ROOT®
Back to the drawing board in the earlier (better) days of 2020 grew a black-owned product line located in Hyattsville, Maryland. SILK & ROOT®, LLC provides hair-care essentials with love & detail.
Silk & Root is all about fixing the problem. Our product is for black women with various needs and limited time. Our winning-point is providing a travel-sized product that you can just grab & go as you take on the day.
Long story short, we were over it — so we did something about it.
We’re Back with Our Second Tribe Talk!
In honor of National Nutrition Month , join us live on Instagram for our second Tribe Talk with Arnetra Shettleworth, certified nutrition coach and founder of Butterfly Transformation Nutrition Coaching.
This Saturday, March 20 at 1 PM EST, we’ll learn about Arnetra’s journey into nutritional coaching and take away some best practices to incorporate healthier habits.
Have any questions for us or Arnetra? Feel free to send them using the link below. In the meantime, learn more about Arnetra by reading her bio!
Arnetra Shettleworth, was born and raised in Miami, FL and now resides in the city of Orlando with her husband and children. She is a graduate of the University of Florida, with an MBA from Nova Southeastern University and a Certified Nutrition Coach from Precision Nutrition, PN1. She has had an extensive corporate career in both Retail and Healthcare. However, her passion lies in helping others reach their personal health and performance goals.
As a Nutrition Coach for more than 15 years, Arnetra has been able to advise a diverse range of clients. She has assisted men and women wanting to improve their overall health, those seeking to lose weight, recreational athletes looking to improve their performance and physique, to individuals whose profession revolves around being in top physical condition, to living in front of the camera.
Her Mission is to help clients reach their goals through behavior modification while establishing a realistic relationship with food. The objective is teaching others how to achieve the health and physique they aspire to have, while eating in a sustainable way for a lifetime.
Through her company, Butterfly Transformation Nutrition Coaching, she will help you live and perform at your best!
Join Us For Our First Tribe Talk
In honor of our monthly focus on balance, join us live on Instagram for our very first Tribe Talk with Jasmine Kent, Founder & Chief Strategist of Jasmine LaVerne & Co.
This Saturday, March 6 at 1PM EST, we’ll dive into Jasmine’s journey from being a 9-5 superstar to an entrepreneur rockstar, along with best practices for small business owners from strategy to operations.
Have any questions for us or Jasmine? Feel free to send them using the link below. In the meantime, learn more about Jasmine by reading her bio!
Action, Bold, and Curious, Jasmine LaVerne follows the ABC’s of Brand Development to keep her clients top of mind.
When applying to Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Mass Communications, now Robertson School of Media and Culture, her admissions essay touted Jasmine as the next Anna Wintour. Little did she know, her career in Media wouldn’t be as a journalist or editor, but the go to person for Strategy and Service.
With nearly 10 years of experience in Brand Marketing, Communications, Media, and Events, Jasmine develops creative programs to drive engagement with audiences by creating authentic, long lasting relationships online and in real life. As the landscape of media constantly changes and consumer attention fades, her boutique agency, LoveJas Media, delivers creative ways to capture audience’s attention by building relationships with the people and platforms that matter.
She has previously managed entertainment marketing campaigns for clients in the Mobile Technology, Fashion-Tech, and Consumer Packaged Goods industries, and has organized events in partnership with Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC, The Hollywood and Highland Center, Air B&B, and United Negro College Fund.
Passionate about diversity & inclusion initiatives and the cultural design of Hollywood and global media, Jasmine is a member of the National Urban League Young Professional Programs committee and former Entertainment Chair of Los Angeles Urban League Young Professionals where she raised over $100K in sponsorship and in-kind donations to produce events including The Melanin Effect, Let’s Talk Tech and Entertainment, and The Future of the Industry Summit & Awards Brunch.
Building Your Professional Trifecta: Mentors, Sponsors, Coaches
Building Your Professional Trifecta: Mentors, Sponsors, Coaches
Join us live on Zoom this Saturday, January 30 at 1pm EST
In partnership with DOX & Associates, Notedd is excited to host a roundtable discussion on the importance of mentorship, sponsorship, and coaching to increase, develop, and grow professionally.
Make sure to stay tuned into our social media channels as we will announce our panelists this week. In the meantime, sign up for your spot by completing the form below. You also have an opportunity to submit questions for our panelists as this discussion is inclusive and opportunity for all of us to learn and grow from one another.
If you have any questions about this event or how to get involved, feel free to email us at WeAreNotedd@gmail.com.
See you this Saturday!