Nancy J. Lewis – Transforming Women Entrepreneurs (TWE)

Tanesha LaShay Clancy, Nancy J. Lewis, Pat Oalden; Transforming Women Entrepreneurs (TWE)
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National Women’s History Month, March 2018, began with my salute to Mrs. Jennifer Stovall Eichelberger (See article) and now I am closing the month with a salute to another outstanding and inspirational woman.

Nancy J. Lewis 10th Anniversary Transforming Women Entrepreneurs (TWE) www.TWEUS.com

Ms. Nancy J. Lewis has been the President of Progressive Techniques, Inc. in Atlanta, Georgia for 22 years. She created her own organizational theme, “Developing a Better YOU!” Ms. Lewis company’s website states “The company has successfully provided services in the areas of: training, human resources consulting, facilitation and public speaking.”

Nancy J. Lewis, President of Progressive Techniques, Inc., conducts many seminars – Photo Courtesy of Averi Washington/Nancy J. Lewis

In addition, Ms. Lewis is a motivational/inspirational keynote speaker, management development trainer, author, registered corporate coach, television and radio host, ordained minister and more.

Nancy J. Lewis moved from Fort Wayne, Indiana to Atlanta and attended Georgia State University where she earned her Master of Science (MS) Degree in Urban and Public Affairs. After experience with seven jobs, she realized she was destined to have her own business. At this point, she knew the importance of professional development.

Ms. Lewis says proudly, “God opened the door and I am thankful for the opportunity to do what He has called me to do. I praise God for he has given me the privilege to walk in my destiny”.

Ms. Nancy J. Lewis is so thankful – Photo Courtesy of Shari Beshers Photography/Nancy J. Lewis

She has received many accolades. It was a great honor that she was selected one of the “25 Most Influential Women in Atlanta” in 2009 by Rolling Out Magazine and was featured in 2016 “Who’s Who in Black Atlanta”, “The Ultimate Networking Guide”.

I had the special privilege to attend one of Ms. Lewis’s major accomplishments, The 10th Anniversary of the Transforming Women Entrepreneurs (TWE), Theme: Ascension: New season – Next Level on March 8, 2018 at The Coca-Cola Company.

The flyer – An outstanding event – Photo Courtesy of Averi Washington/Nancy J. Lewis
Sponsors, “We are grateful” – Photo Courtesy of Averi Washington/Nancy J. Lewis

Ms. Lewis is the co-founder of this quarterly women’s breakfast/lunch forum for entrepreneurs and professional business women helping them to realize what one can achieve in one’s business and career. For the last nine years, she has been the sole leader using her creativity, knowledge and experiences to make each year a success because her co-founder decided to pursue other endeavors.

“It’s lunch time” – Photo Courtesy of Renee Sudderth

Pat Oalden, Transforming Women Entrepreneurs (TWE) Coordinator/Theatrical Stage Manager – Photo Courtesy of Renee Sudderth

I was thrilled and blessed to be in an uplifting, spiritual, and loving, business atmosphere. This included so many ladies in one room sharing their life stories, failures and successes. But overall, you heard each woman express her gratitude to God for being there through the ups and downs of their life journey.

Chief Judge Wanda Dallas speech was guided by the Holy Spirit and was so powerful while the ladies listens – Photo Courtesy of Averi Washington/Nancy J. Lewis

The speaking panel consisted of all remarkable, unique women. I will never forget their presentations or this rewarding experience and the pride I felt listening to each of them.

Dr. Adrienne Booth Johnson, Infinity Global Connection tells us to “Stay in your lane and win your race” – Photo Courtesy of Renee Sudderth
Vicki Irwin, Georgia Power and Valerie Nesbitt, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport talks about the corporate world and how you can still be successful- Photo Courtesy of Renee Sudderth
Barbara Glamanco, SCS Connect speaks of the newest technology in the Internet world and asked “Are you Linked In or Locked Out”- Photo Courtesy of Renee Sudderth

Jennifer Stovall Eichelberger, TV Producer of Atlanta Live on WATC TV 57 and Paula Gwynn Grant, CEO, Exuberance Enterprises enlightened us with television and radio etiquette – Photo Courtesy of Renee Sudderth

The ladies that we heard spoke with poise and grace were: Oneda Castillo Oneda Castillo website, Dr. Adrienne Booth Johnson Infinity global connections website) , Vickie Irwin georgia power website), Valerie Nesbitt (Valerie Nesbitt website), Chief Judge Wanda Dallas (judgedallasspeaks website), Barbara Giamanco (scs-connect website), Elder LaTanya Onuzo, Paula Gwynn Grant (exuberanceenterprises website ), Jennifer Stovall Eichelberger(jennifereichelberger website), Dr. Teresa Jordan (thepgnetwork website), Norma Stanley (normastanley website), Myra McElhaney (myramcehaney website), Jestacia Jones (jlorefoundation website) , Shana Dominique Wilson (thebeautyqueen website) and Sheena Robinson (financialparentacademy website)

Jestacia Jones, Author/Director, The J’Lore Foundation – Photo Courtesy of Renee Sudderth

Myra McElhaney, CEO, Myra McElhaney, LLC/Speaker/Author and Norma Stanley, CEO, E.E.E. Marketing Group – Photo Courtesy of Renee Sudderth
Dr. Teresa Jordan, Founder and Owner of PG Network – Photo Courtesy of Averi Washington/Nancy J. Lewis

To share a flavor of the tone of the speakers, I chose to elaborate about the first and last speakers that Ms. Lewis invited to this special conference.

Mrs. Oneda Castillo, Director of Golf for the Women’s Golf Foundation, joined the Ladies Professional Golf Association in 1997 (LPGA) and in 2005, she became the first African American Appointee as the National Evaluator for the LPGA. In 2016, Ms. Oneda was thrilled to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from President Barack Obama. This made me feel good inside; knowing the same Commander-In-Chief who signed my Military Retirement Orders had done another important deed for an individual who definitely deserves it.

Oneda Castillo, stated, “I was born to stand out and not fit in” teaches and conducts Women Golf Tournaments and will host one April 9-11, 2018 at Whitewater Creek Country Club, Fayetteville, Georgia (Atlanta area) – Photo Courtesy of Renee Sudderth

The last two speakers of the day who took the stage together were the “Millennials” generation, while most of the audience was “Boomers” and “Gen Xers”. Even though they are young, their careers have had failures and successes like everyone else. Ms. Shanai Dominique Wilson owns a beauty shop and is an author and speaker.

Mrs. Sheena Robinson Cody is an entrepreneur with her own Financial Management company, conducting seminars and workshops of which she is very proud. Both women were powerful speakers and offered valuable information for all generations.

Sheena Robinson Cody said, “Never give up as long as you have a vision of yourself” and Shanai Dominique Wilson’s book reveals, “5 Keys To Success In The Beauty Industry” – Photo Courtesy of Averi Washington/Nancy J. Lewis

After the Transforming Women Entrepreneurs, you heard ladies saying “I really needed this conference”; “I needed a kick start”; “I’m ready to move forward with my own destiny”; “These conferences definitely have authentication, a spiritual tone and transparency”; “Very informative”; and “I have been inspired and connected with so many ladies of elegance”. I agree with all these observations.

Nancy J. Lewis and Chief Judge Wanda Dallas, two powerful and spiritual women – Photo Courtesy of Renee Sudderth
Tanesha LaShay Clancy, Author and Nancy J. Lewis Executive Assistant – Photo Courtesy of Averi Washington/Nancy J. Lewis
Patrina King, “Transforming Women Entrepreneurs (TWE)” Woman of the Year and Nancy J. Lewis, Co-Founder of TWE – Photo Courtesy of Averi Washington/Nancy J. Lewis
Jennifer Stovall Eichelberger (Article), Renee Sudderth (Photojournalist), Ruby Manuel (Article) and Toni Sudderth (Renee’s Editor Assistant) all have been associated with Splash Magazine and now Nancy J. Lewis – Photo Courtesy of Renee Sudderth
Nancy J. Lewis and Renee Sudderth/Splash Magazine Photojournalist/Air Force Veteran (Retired)- Photo Courtesy of Averi Washington/Nancy J. Lewis

I am grateful for Ms. Lewis accepting God’s assignment so she could touch so many lives and transformed them with her skills in public speaking and professional development. Again, I salute you Ms. Nancy J. Lewis for National Women’s History Month. I look forward to your next Transforming Women Entrepreneurs in Savannah, Georgia on May 17, 2018 and again in Atlanta, Georgia on June 7, 2018.

Nancy J. Lewis filled with excitement and joy about her life, career and the success of her 10th Anniversary Transforming Women Entrepreneurs (TWE) – Photo Courtesy of Averi Washington/Nancy J. Lewis

14 Comments

  1. JOEY THOMASON – March 29, 2018 via EMAIL – Thanks again Renee. Another fine article of such fine and interesting people.
    Continue producing great articles.

  2. TOMMIE HARRIS-NASH – March 29, 2018 via EMAIL – Thanks for sharing this exciting moment with us. I see that you and your sister made the VIP list. These are very good pictures and I am sure that it was an exciting occasion.

  3. JENNIFER EICHELBERGER – March 28, 2018 – via EMAIL – Congratulations on another great article!

  4. ALICE “FAYE” POWELL – March 28, 2018 – via EMAIL – Congratulation Renee this was great history I truly enjoyed the literature.

  5. DANA RICE – March 28, 2018 – via EMAIL – Great article! Looks like it was an awesome event. Love that red and black dress you wore!

  6. TIFFANY DOVER – March 28, 2018 – via FACEBOOK – Thanks for sharing, Renee Sudderth.

  7. CAMMIE DAVENPORT WOODLE – March 28, 2018 – via FACEBOOK – Good article! Great women.

  8. LORI A. MANNS – March 28, 2018 – via FACEBOOK – This is great! Nancy is awesome at what she does. Thanks for recognizing her and writing this piece.

  9. DARLENE AIKEN – March 27, 2018 – via Facebook – This is AWESOME! Hi Nancy! Y’all looking good! Continued success.

  10. RUBY J. MANUEL ARLINE – March 27, 2018 – via FACEBOOK – I’m yet salivating, replaying the words/voices of women’s stories of strength and power. Thanks Pat Oalden for inviting me! Thanks Nancy J. Lewis for bringing powerful women together with words that generated passion and encouragement; to know dreams can become a reality! Thanks Renee Sudderth for this informative article

  11. NANCY J. LEWIS – March 27, 2018 via Facebook – Thanks Renee…great article. YOU ROCK!!!

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