who is a lady named pearl?

Tanishia Ashade graduated from A Lady Named Pearl Leadership Academy in 2020, and served as a member of the leadership team for one year. 

Tanishia is responsible for working collaboratively with the Chief Executive Officer to set goals and objectives for the organization, preside over board meetings, and hold members accountable.

Tanishia has worked for NASA for over 13 years, and currently serves as a division analyst for the Mission Support Resource Office. Tanishia is also the founder of Ashade & Associates, a virtual-based tax, bookkeeping and consulting firm providing small business owners a peace of mind by managing and providing strategy around their finances.

Milca Fils-Aime joined A Lady Named Pearl Foundation in November 2019 as the Finance Manager. She oversees all aspects of the foundation finances, including the development and management of budgets, preparation of financial statements and reporting.  Milca brings over 14 years of experience spanning from finance, project management, serving as chair in various committees, serving as a past president and technical disciplines from volunteering at Twin Valley Roller Girls and Women’s Flat Track Derby Association, which both organizations are a non-profit.    Milca’s passion is to help nonprofit organizations become better, stronger, more collaborative, and more impactful.  Milca Fils-Aime received a Bachelor of Chemistry from Florida State University and her Master of Business Administration from Averett University.

Yvonda Smith a professional certified makeup artist in the Atlanta area is inspired by beauty visually. With over 15 years experience in the beauty world Yvonda Smith Beauty is well known for her soft glam applications. She works daily with beauty brands, brides, fashion models, tv and film. A recent addition to her brand Yvonda is now offering online and in person beauty advice moving with the changing and evolving times of makeup artistry today.

As a teen Yvonda attended modeling school and was inspired by beauty and fashion resulting in her career now as a full time freelance makeup artist. Growing up in a small hair salon owned by her mother the passion for beauty was born. As one of her chores every Sunday afternoon Yvonda's job was to re-organize the magazines. The beauty and influences of the models, and all types of people in the magazine from Jet, Ebony and Essence helped paved the passion for Yvonda to pursue her dreams of helping people prepare their looks for their special events and appearances. 

Dr. Coleman is a professor at Herzing University and Interactive College of Technology. Dr. Coleman is the owner and founder of Mo Business Consulting Group and Students Going Home, LLC. Dr. Coleman have prior experiences teaching at Belhaven University and Strayer University. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Jackson State University, a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix, a Masters in business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from Strayer University and a Doctorate of Business Administration with a concentration in Leadership from Walden University. Dr. Coleman began her Higher Education career in 2008 at Strayer University as the Learning Resource Center Manager. Since then, Dr. Coleman has expanded her career as an Academic Adviser and Academic Assistant. Dr. Coleman is a big advocate for the community and the school system. She has held various positions within the community and school system. Dr. Coleman's doctoral study is entitled "Executive Managers Preparing Employees for leadership Positions." Dr. Coleman motto is "Make every moment count, it could be your last; accomplish all things, don't let it defeat you.

Vivi Pineda was born in Cartagena, Colombia. She came to the United States at the young age of 7 residing in Miami, Florida. Aside from her acting career, Vivi obtained a degree from the University of Miami in Finance and Marketing. Upon her graduation, she worked as a Buyer for Macy's where she gained the basic knowledge of how to run a business. In 2002 Vivi had the opportunity to get into real estate. She was looking for a new challenge and her decision proved to be a wise one. Two years after being in real estate and selling pre-construction developments through out South Florida, the developer of Fisher Island recruited Vivi. She worked for the developer of this exclusive community until 2009. In those years at Fisher Island she managed to become the #1 sales person in her office and in 2007 had a ground breaking year selling $74 million in real estate. But during these years in sales Vivi never lost her passion for acting and continued her pursuit even while working in Corporate America. With her demanding schedule she still managed to find time to take acting classes and eventually in 2009 she decided to pursue her passion. With her keen business sense and expertise in marketing and sales, Vivi has been able to build a successful acting career in South Florida in only 3 years

CASME’ is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, actress, and motivational speaker  born and raised in New Orleans, LA. Casme’ is indeed the definition of a “Gumbo Artist” who’s roux is pure LOVE. Her amazing talent and powerhouse vocals recently landed her a spot as a member of Team John Legend on Season 19 of NBCs "The Voice".  She is a former singer for many major artists such as BoB, Trina Braxton, American Idol's Kimberly Locke, Keith Urban, Carl Thomas, Aaron Hall, Lil G(Silk), Tony Toni Tone’ & more. Shes also a songwriter, whos newest collection of work "GUMBO" includes over 40 records from all genres of music including Soul, Funk, Blues, Jazz, Hip Hop, Folk & Pop. 

Growing up as the oldest of eight children, CASME` is a natural born leader—with her music, and behind the music. In 2010 she launched Casme Cares Community Outreach Program with the hopes to brand Love, Hope, Peace through the Arts & Music. The program allows her to speak to at risk youth and also feeds hundreds of homeless/community monthly. Casmè Cares Community Outreach has also helped to launch Casme’s 1st Book “Daughter Of The King 101”. CASME is more than a Recording Artist, she’s a Light and a Vessel. Follow her journey at www.iamcasme.com 

 Gail Preddy hails from the beautiful island of Honolulu, Hawaii, and was raised in a diverse environment growing up.  As an adult, Gail traveled to many parts of the world, while working in the airline industry.

Gail graduated from ALNP Leadership Academy in Fall 2019.

"After 22 years of marriage I walked away to save myself. One of the things that I did as I transitioned was to join the Pearl School of Leadership and Modeling academy. I rebuilt my confidence, met wonderful ladies and had fun. After completing the program, I stayed on with the organization where I am now head of recruiting. I love it . 

I am a Pearl 💕" - Gail

Hello my name is Sherianna Johnson and I am the Account Manager and I have been working here since 2018. Most of my duties involve managing individual accounts and sending out W-9. Recently, I have taken on the responsibility of doing more accounting related activities that is beneficial to the business. For example, I created charts of accounts, general journals, general ledgers, trail balance, financials statements and budgets, etc...

I grew up in military family where my dad was in the army for 15 years. I have lived in Georgia, Texas, and Alabama. When I was still in high school I had took some accounting courses and that is when I fell in love with accounting. I knew that I had to make this my career. I just recently graduated from Keller Graduate School of Management with my Master's of Science in Accounting. I would like to get my CPA license. My hobbies are reading, listening to music, watching tv, and spending time with family. 

"Alfred AL-Tee Williams is a Production manager, Sound Engineer, and Video and Audio Integrator" he has worked in the production business for

over three decades. Al-Tee started mixing and producing music as well as videos as a teenager in his friend’s basement. He has since become one of the worlds’ sought after Production Manager and Engineers. Al-Tee has

massive knowledge in the realm of production and has worked on

television shows such as, Jay Leno, Ellen DeGeneres and has toured with

groups such as, Kool and the Gang, Ludacris, Kelly Rowland, Teddy Riley,

Blackstreet, and GUY just to name a few. His company “The OPP Group,

Inc”, an Audio Video Systems Integration provider, is the first minority

company to obtain BOSE Professional distribution deal.

Hey Lovelies!  

My name is Jeysika and I am the Fashion Coordinator. Here are a few fun facts about me! I was born in Montreal,Canada, I am also from Haitian decent, and fluent in French. I would like to say that fashion has always been apart of my upbringing. My great-grandfather was a seamstress in Haiti and I grew up watching my grandma create dresses, skirts and blouses in her home with her trustee sewing machine. I used to go through the different clothing patterns with her to see what she would create next! It was great! I attended the illustrious Clark Atlanta University majoring in Fashion Merchandising! I am truly grateful to all of my professors they instilled in me a sense of confidence to go after my dream! I always believed that fashion is not only is a form of expression but also it allows you to feel great about yourself! As the fashion coordinator I want all of the Pearls to feel beautiful and confident when walking down the runway during “ A Lady Named Pearl Leadership Academy” fashion shows! 

Here is a small motivation quote, I hope that it inspires you to ALWAYS follow your dreams: 

“ There is no greater gift you can give or receive than to honor your calling. It’s why you were born, and how you become most truly alive” - Oprah Winfrey

Catherine Turner known as Cathy is a native of Memphis, Tennessee.  She is a wife and the mother of two beautiful daughters and two grandsons.  She has over 30 years in the IT Industry.  She is a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority.

She began supporting her daughter as a student of the Pearl School of Modeling and Leadership Academy in 2020.  She was so impressed with what the school stood for and it's champion for all women that she continue to volunteer her time to support the school.  She join the Leadership Team as Director of ALNP Modeling & Talent Agency in January 2021.  Her desire is to help build the agency to be one of the top Agency in Atlanta.  

She has a Bachelor in Business Administration and a Master in General Business/Management.  She plan to pursue her Doctorate Degree.  She currently gives back to her community by volunteering at her church and daughter's school.  She enjoys spending time with family and friends.  Cathy has a passion about developing and supporting young women.  Through the agency, she will be able to help women reach their full potential as she truly believe you can do anything if you try but fail.