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Meet Our Special Guest
CAROL MITCHELL, J.D., M.A.
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR OF ADVOCACY FOR INSTITUTE FOR BLACK JUSTICE
The Institute for Black Justice was founded in September, 2020 by Carol C. Mitchell, a local attorney and social justice advocate. Mitchell holds a Juris Doctor from Seattle University School of Law, a Master of Arts in Organizational Systems Renewal from Seattle University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Washington Seattle.
Mitchell has more than 20 years of public sector leadership experience, having served most recently in Pierce County, Washington. Mitchell's primary responsibility was to improve outcomes for individuals with behavioral health and substance use conditions who were caught in the grip of the criminal justice system. Mitchell has significant organizational and human resources experience, having served as the Chief HR Officer for the Port of Tacoma, Chief Organizational Development and HR Officer for Metro Parks, Public Relations Officer for Pierce Transit, and as Executive Consultant for her own preventive law firm.
Mitchell spent 17 years as the host of TV Tacoma's "CityLine," a Tacoma, WA based public affairs talk show. Her volunteer activities include a Gubernatorial appointment to the Board of Trustees of Clover Park Technical College, Past President of the Fair Housing Center of Washington Board, member of the Palmer Scholars Board of Directors, and Past President of the Tacoma City Association of Colored Women's Clubs, Inc.
LISA NICHOLS
FOUNDER AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF MOTIVATING THE MASSES
One of the world’s most-requested speakers, as well as a media personality and corporate CEO whose global platform reaches over 170 countries and has served over 80 million people. Lisa’s social media reach is over 1.9 million followers.
As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Inc., Lisa has helped develop workshops and programs that have transformed thousands of businesses, and the lives of entrepreneurs across the globe. As a result of her training, her students become unforgettable speakers, best-selling authors, and 6 and 7 figure entrepreneurs.
Lisa’s extraordinary story of transforming her own life from public assistance to leading a multi-million-dollar enterprise is the inspiration behind her bold mission to teach others
that it is possible to do the same. Today, fans
worldwide revere Lisa for her mastery of teaching
people how to accomplish unfathomable goals
and tap their limitless potential.
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JELANI NICHOLS
Jelani Nichols is a Program Director and Teacher, inspiring young minds to unlock their potential and become tomorrow’s leaders. For over a decade; starting as a culinary instructor, Jelani has been a passionate educator teaching the next generation how to think critically and build emotional resilience. Transforming lives through knowledge and kindness.
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FREEDOM DANCE CENTER
Our focus at FDC of Tacoma is to nurture aspiring dancers of all ages and ability levels and to provide them with a positive and loving atmosphere. In addition to professional dance training, FDC instills a sense of self-worth and motivation in our youth, teen, and adult dancers. Our reduced tuition rates and financial aid availability open the door of opportunity to families of aspiring dancers as they pursue any avenues they wish in dance and life.
