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Legacy Magazine Unveils South Florida’s 2025 Most
Influential & Prominent Black Women in Business
and Industry

South Florida — Legacy Magazine, a publication of M•I•A MEDIA GROUP, proudly announces its 2025 listing of South Florida’s Most Influential & Prominent Black Women in Business and Industry, honoring exceptional leaders whose impact continues to shape business, government, healthcare, education, entrepreneurship, and community advancement throughout the region.

The Most Influential & Prominent Black Women in Business and Industry distinction recognizes women whose leadership transcends titles and industries to create measurable, lasting impact. These honorees exemplify innovation, resilience, and excellence—driving economic growth, advancing equity, and opening doors for future generations. At a time when representation and inclusive leadership are critical, this recognition affirms the vital role Black women play as decision-makers, visionaries, and community builders. Legacy Magazine remains committed to documenting and elevating these stories, ensuring their achievements are recognized, their voices amplified, and their legacies preserved for South Florida and beyond.

Broward County Commissioner and honoree Alexandra Davis shared:

“I am deeply honored to be recognized among South Florida’s Most Prominent and Influential Black Women in Business and Industry. This acknowledgment reflects not only my own journey, but the resilience, brilliance, and leadership of Black women across our community who continue to break barriers, build pathways, and uplift others along the way.”

Legacy South Florida Honorees

• Tiffany K. Bain — Chief of Staff / Director of Administration & Strategic Initiatives, City of Fort Lauderdale
• Dr. LaToya Benjamin — Associate Director, Medical Affairs, Fortune 100 Pharmaceutical Company
• Taraneisha Burgess, APRN, FNP — CEO / Nurse Practitioner, Vital Vita Wellness
• Dr. Saunia Terrell Burt, MBA — Chapter President, Greater Fort Lauderdale Jack & Jill of America, Inc. | Strategic Account Manager
• Jaronica Byner, MPH, MHSA — Senior Contract & Grant Analyst, University of California, Irvine
• Commissioner Avril Cherasard — City Commissioner, City of Miramar
• Dr. Danita A. Crawford — Founder & Executive Officer, The DS Collective
• Commissioner Melissa P. Dunn — Commissioner, City of Lauderhill
• Denise D. Grant — Mayor, City of Lauderhill• Dr. Keisha Grey — Chief Executive Officer, Grey and Associates
• Brandyss Y. Howard — CEO, Brand 2 Brand Marketing Inc.
• Courtney Kambowe — Senior Director, Innovations, Crockett Foundation, Inc.
• Dr. Donna Lindsay — CEO & Founder, Donna Lindsay Coaching & Consulting, LLC
• Coree Cuff Lonergan — CEO / General Manager, Broward County Transportation Department
• Mayor Veronica Edwards Phillips, MBA — Mayor, City of Lauderdale Lakes
• Chef Krystal Powell — Chef, Dynamic Cuisines and LUME Bistro & Lounges
• Christine D. Roberts, IA, MBA, MAcc — Founder & CEO, Intention Enterprises
• Simore Afameuna Robinson, PharmD, CPh — Director of Pharmacy, Kindred Hospital The Palm Beaches
• Deborah Rose — CEO & Creative Managing Director, Fashion Designs by Deborah Rose
• Carolyn Sylvester, MBA — CEO & Founder, Carol Moda Creative Group, Inc.
• Janey Tate — Publisher, Hy-Lo News
• Iveliese Thomas, Esq. — Chief Executive Officer, HR & Beyond
• Saasha Wheeler — Partner, Epic Hair Studio• Carina White — Client Director, Octagon Sports & Entertainment
• Yvette Wilmoth Matthews — Assistant City Manager, City of Fort Lauderdale

Legacy Miami Honorees

• Sophia Allen — Real Estate Broker, The Real Estate Professionals
• Erica Appleby — Founder & Owner, ETA Luxe Atelier & Luxe Art Tech Sewing & Creator Studio
• Patricia Armbrister-Hill — Educator, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
• Alexis N. Brown — Founder & CEO, Socialxchange, Inc.
• Teresa R. Brown, MBA — Vice President, J.L. Brown Development Corporation
• Donna Callender — Community & Marketing Relationship Specialist, GraceKennedy Foods (USA) LLC
• Myrlande Charles — Insurance Broker, Elite Quality Insurance Group• Latoya Connelly — Educator; Chapter President, Mu Gamma Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
• Dr. Hailey Gascoigne — Field Reimbursement Manager, McKesson
• Dr. Keietta Givens — Administrator, Broward County Schools
• Vice Mayor Daniela Jean — Vice Mayor, City of North Miami Beach
• Kathia Joseph — Owner, Casa Matilda Steakhouse; Matilda’s Kitchen; Matilda’s Taco Bar
• Sabrina Thomas Knight — President, Greater Miami (FL) Chapter, The Links, Inc.
• Ruth Louissaint — Fashion Designer, RL Design Studio
• Ayesha Malik — Entrepreneur, Real Estate & Entrepreneurship
• Gayle S. McDonald, MBA, FRA-RA — Principal & Business Consultant, T.A.G. Business Consulting, LLC
• Candice Mondesir — Executive Director, Haitian American Chamber of Commerce of Florida
• Myya Passmore — Founder & Senior Advisor, Strategic Communications, Culture 44
• Judith Phillias — Educator, Miami-Dade County Public Schools / NPHC Miami-Dade
• Anetra Poindexter — Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Miami Chapter
• Janice Spann-Givens — Retired College Administrator, Florida International University
• Dr. Nethel Stephens — CEO, Stephens Consulting Group
• Tara D. Turner — President & CEO, Images of Grandeur, Inc.
• Dr. Nyree M. Washington, EdD — President, Dade County Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

About Legacy Magazine

Legacy Magazine is the premier publication dedicated to celebrating excellence and leadership within the Black community. “We editorialize the success and achievement of the Black South Florida Community,” said Dexter A. Bridgeman, Publisher of Legacy Magazine. Through impactful storytelling and community-centered journalism, Legacy Magazine documents, elevates, and preserves the legacies of leaders who shape South Florida and beyond.

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Happy Monday

📈Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it." — Maya Angelou

📝 Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it." — Henry David Thoreau

🛡️ Imperium Code: The Daily Oath of Warriors & Architects

• Seize the Dawn – Wake as if summoned by destiny. No snooze, no delay. Stand tall, breathe deep—own the first light.
• Armor the Body – Strength is non-negotiable. Move with discipline. Sweat with honor. Build a vessel fit for a titan.
• Sharpen the Mind – No idle wandering. Feed on strategy, philosophy, and fire. Think like a commander—act like a creator.
• Proclaim Your Mission – Clarity is king. Write down your prime objective. Declare it out loud. Set the day ablaze with purpose.
• Fuel for Victory – Start with life-force: water, clean fuel, unshakable focus. What you consume, you become.
• Guard the Gate – Noise is the enemy. Shield your focus like sacred ground. Only allow in what strengthens the empire.
• Strike Decisively – Action is the law. Draft the plan, take the leap, make the call. Imperfect action beats perfect hesitation.
• Survey the Arena – Mid-battle check: Where are you dominant? Where are you bleeding? Adjust tactics, double down, press forward.
• Master Your Craft – Every task is a sculpture of your legacy. Work as if eternity is watching—because it is.
• End with Dominion – Close the day in power. Chronicle victories. Extract lessons. Sleep not as escape, but as sacred preparation.

🔥 You weren’t made to fit into history—you were made to forge it. Helm high. Heart steady. Attack the horizon. ⚡👑

⚡ Weekly Power Move: Level Up Your Network Like a Pro
‍
Action Steps:
• Identify Key Players – List 5 people who inspire, challenge, or elevate you. Aim high. Proximity is power.
• Craft Your Introduction – Prepare a simple, bold intro about who you are and what you’re building. Keep it punchy and authentic.
• Offer First, Ask Later – Find a way to add value to each connection—share an insight, make an intro, offer a resource. Serve before seeking.
• Schedule Connection Time – Block 15 minutes a day to reach out, follow up, or deepen relationships. Systems > randomness.
• Show Up Offline – Find (or host) one real-world event, call, or meeting this week. Digital is good; face-to-face is unbeatable.

Success Metric for the Week:
‍✅ By Friday, you’ve made 5 strategic outreach moves, added tangible value, and planted seeds for future collaborations, opportunities, or friendships.