Clarissa was innately a shy lady that maintained very tight lips regarding my personal life, prior to 2012. Near that year's end, she shockingly made a social media post that referenced personal challenges and monumental successes that came after a spotlighted, failed marriage in 2011. Immediately, replies poured in via inbox and text message. Clarissa was bombarded with gratitude and testimonials from many who were surprised by the less-than-fairy-tale ending of my marriage, but more importantly, touched by the multi-flavored approach I took in sharing. It definitely wasn't a sob story or an "all men are scum" saga, but a place of vulnerability and transparency that offered reassurance to the doubting and hope to the despairing!
At that moment, the light bulb turned on and she realized sharing her experiences and knowledge on a broader scale could positively impacted others.
Since that time, Clarissa has completed various trainings in public speaking, diversity and inclusion, personal development coaching, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Today, Clarissa walks boldly as a...
Servant of Christ
Wife of my king, created imperfectly-perfect for me (we’re still on the honeymoon!)
Mother to the sweetest turkey (my daughter)
Technology Leader within a Fortune 100 corporation
Inspirational writer (published author)
Owner and Chief Executive Officer of Dedicated365 (motivational speaker + success coach + group facilitator)
Founder of Rise Up Single Mom (advocate for single moms) Non-Profit Organization
Technologist (B.S. in Information Technology) and business woman (M.B.A. and Project Management certificate)
"Each day is a gift and should be treated as such... with a smile, excitement and gratefulness!"