LaShawanda Moore is a powerhouse in leadership and personal development, dedicated to helping female professionals and entrepreneurs break through barriers and elevate their careers, businesses, and lives.
With25+ years of leadership experience in Fortune 500 companies, she specializes in strategic growth, change management, and high-performance leadership.
As the founder of Elevate Success™ LLC and creator of the B.O.L.D. Factor™ Coaching Program, she equips women with the tools to own their value, build strong personal brands, and position themselves for executive leadership and business success.
A certified professional coach, trainer, and facilitator, LaShawanda delivers high-impact leadership and professional development programs that transform careers and businesses. She is also a masterful connector of people, businesses, and communities, fostering strategic collaborations that drive success.
As the visionary behind ElevateHER™ Experience and the Grace and Grit ministry, she uplifts women navigating the demands of career, business, and family.
A wife, mother of four, and community advocate, LaShawanda believes every woman deserves to be recognized, respected, and positioned for success.
Mell Terry is a leadership and workforce development professional with a heart for helping people recognize their potential, build confidence, and move forward with purpose.
With more than 20 years of experience in workforce development, training, program management, operations, and community engagement, Mell has dedicated much of her career to developing people and creating opportunities for growth. At Goodwill Houston, she currently supports teams and leaders through training, coaching, and operational improvement.
Throughout her career, Mell has led workforce initiatives, developed career-readiness programs, built community and employer partnerships, supported fundraising efforts, and coached individuals navigating career and life transitions. Her approach to leadership is rooted in empathy, accountability, and the belief that people often need both encouragement and opportunity to become who they are capable of being.
Mell holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a master’s degree in Psychology. She is a Certified Birkman Professional and has additional certifications in career coaching, financial coaching, job skills training, and fund development.
As a Board Member of She Lives Out Loud, Mell is enthusiastic about creating spaces where women feel seen, supported, and encouraged to confidently use their gifts, experiences, and voices. Her faith is at the center of who she is, and she believes even the difficult chapters of our stories can be used to strengthen, encourage, and uplift someone else.
Most importantly, Mell is the proud mother of two daughters who continue to inspire her. She believes in authentic relationships, second chances, lifelong growth, and the power of women showing up for one another. Her goal is simple: to leave every room, every person, and every community a little better because she was there.
RodRick Moore is amission-driven leader, U.S.veteran, and former DuPont executive with 30years of experience leading multilevel teams in high-hazard manufacturing and complex facilities environments. As a site leader, he consistently delivered operational excellence through regulatory compliance, systems thinking, and coaching-based leadership. After taking early retirement, RodRick redirected his expertise toward entrepreneurial and civic ventures aligned with his deeper purpose: advancing equity, well-being, and generational wealth in underserved communities.
He is the co developer and managing member of a family entertainment facility that served as the launchpad for wellness-based programs such as LiveOutLoud for Students, Families, and Women, using play and movement to support mental and emotional health. RodRick also serves as a board member of SheLivesOutLoud, a women-focused leadership initiative and a major component of the upcoming ElevateHer2025Women’sConference. He previously served as Vice President and Board Member of the La Porte Education Foundation, where he supported K–12g rant-making and classroom innovation. Additionally, he coordinates and helps facilitate Faith&Finance at OneChurch@Harvest Point, teaching practical and biblical financial stewardship. His mission includes expanding access to home ownership for veterans and underserved families while developing are generative, mixed-use community inspired by Blue Zone principles—prioritizing sustainable living, food security, and housing accessibility.
Saudia Turney, LMFT is a licensed mental health professional with over 16 years of experience specializing in stress management, resilience, and holistic well-being. She has worked with individuals, groups, and organizations, bringing a unique, results-driven approach to navigating workplace stress and enhancing professional performance.
As an Advanced SOMA Breathwork facilitator and certified expert in addiction and mental health nutrition, Saudia integrates science-backed techniques with practical strategies to optimize mental clarity, focus, and emotional regulation. Her approach empowers high-performing professionals to reduce burnout, improve productivity, and cultivate sustainable success.
Saudia is passionate about helping leaders and teams reconnect with balance, fostering a workplace culture of well-being, innovation, and engagement. She resides in the greater Houston area with her husband and two daughters
Dekeshiwa A. White is a proud native of Houston, Texas, and a graduate of Worthing High School. With a deep sense of duty and service, she dedicated 14 years of her life to the United States Navy, where she embraced and lived by the Navy’s core values of honor, courage, and commitment. Her military experience not only shaped her character but also instilled in her a lifelong commitment to excellence, leadership, and resilience.
Following her honorable service, Dekeshiwa pursued a career in healthcare and became a registered nurse. Her passion for caring for others is evident in her professional work and personal life. She combines her nursing expertise with her strong moral compass to provide compassionate and holistic care to her patients.
Family is at the heart of Dekeshiwa’s life. She has been happily married for 20 years and is a devoted mother to five children. Her family is a source of inspiration and strength, motivating her to balance her professional responsibilities with her role as a loving wife and mother.
In addition to her professional and family commitments, Dekeshiwa is deeply involved in her faith community. She is an active member of One Church @ Harvest Point, where she contributes her time and talents in service to others. Her faith guides her daily actions and fuels her desire to make a positive impact in the lives of those around her.
Dekeshiwa A. White exemplifies dedication, integrity, and compassion-qualities that define her journey from a Houston upbringing to military service, nursing, and community leadership. She continues to inspire those around her through her unwavering commitment to honor, courage, and commitment in every aspect of her life.
