Savvy, Booked, & Blessed

For this episode of SBB, we are joined by Lisa Young, an accomplished public speaker, acclaimed author, talented musician, and the visionary behind Ark Entertainment Media. Lisa is a firm believer that authenticity is key to achieving success in both life and business. In this episode, she will share insights on the significance of developing a routine that aligns with your values and evolves with you as you grow.With years of experience as a business consultant and growth coach, Lisa has positively impacted the lives of numerous creative entrepreneurs worldwide. Her expertise has empowered thought leaders, performers, and retail business owners to establish profitable and sustainable ventures while staying true to their passions. Tune in to hear from this remarkable woman on how to redefine success on your terms.Follow Lisa here:Instagram:https://instagram.com/lisarobbinyoungLinkedIn:https://linkedin.com/in/lisarobbinyoungTwitter:https://twitter.com/lisarobbinyoungFacebook:https://facebook.com/lisarobbinyoung.fanYou can also check out her website here: https://lisarobbinyoung.com/If you'd like to be a guest on Savvy, Booked, & Blessed, visit here: https://podcast.prosavvyas.com/podcast-guest

Your host, Devonee Thaxton, is joined by Elise Jenkins, the founder and Executive Director of Ella's House. In this conversation, we learn about Elise's journey toward starting Ella's House after becoming pregnant at the age of 21.Elise saw the need for young collegiate women who were entering motherhood to have a supportive and judgment-free community, and she decided to take action. After graduating from Auburn University, Elise founded Ella's House, a non-profit organization that empowers women to become successful students and parents on campus.Through Ella's House, Elise and her team connect peers in similar circumstances, provide physical and mental health resources, and support women as they pursue their degrees in Middle Tennessee. Elise's mission with the work of Ella's House is to offer holistic help to balance education, health, and family through semesters and trimesters.During the podcast, we dive deeper into Elise's experiences and the impact that Ella's House has had on the lives of the women it serves. We discuss how Ella’s House markets to reach its audience in hopes to reach those in need of their services while also marketing to business partners and clarifying its true mission to the public. This episode offers valuable insight into the inspiring work of Ella's House and how Elise's vision is helping young mothers achieve their dreams of education, health, and family balance.You can find more about Elise’s work with Ella’s House here: Website:www.ellashouse.orgInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/ellashouseorg/Linked In:https://www.linkedin.com/in/elise-jenkins-0001a7203/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ellashouseorgIf you'd like to be a guest on Savvy, Booked, & Blessed, visit here: https://podcast.prosavvyas.com/podcast-guest

Your host, Devonee Thaxton, is joined by Fiona Taylor, a renowned hair and makeup artist and the founder of Faces by Fiona. With decades of combined experience in the beauty industry, Fiona's professional hair and makeup business specializes in beauty transformations for weddings and other special events. Her dedication to using extreme refinement ensures that she captures the unique beauty of each individual she works with, leaving them feeling special, empowered, and truly represented on their big day.As the beauty industry continues to evolve, there has been a missing link in the representation of different cultures, ethnicities, and genders. Fiona has made it her mission to bridge this gap by creating a workplace and products that can be used by people from diverse backgrounds. She firmly believes that makeup is an embellishment that adds to one's existing beauty.In this podcast, Fiona shares her experiences and stories from the beauty industry, including how she has transformed the lives of her clients through her exceptional skills. Tune in to learn more about the transformative power of beauty and hear Fiona's inspiring journey.You can follow Fiona and her work here:Website:http://www.FacesbyFiona.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/facesbyfiona/?hl=enLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiona-taylor-43672ab5/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/facesbyfiona/If you'd like to be a guest on Savvy, Booked, & Blessed, visit here: https://podcast.prosavvyas.com/podcast-guest

Your host, Devonee Thaxton, is joined by Amanda Guerassio, the founder and principal designer of Studio Guerassio, a branding and design agency. Amanda is an expert brand strategist and speaker who helps her clients clarify their brand identity and translate abstract ideas into concrete, aligned visuals through her branding process. Her services are aimed at boosting her clients' businesses' credibility and appeal to grow their impact and revenue by finding their best visual voice.Amanda's journey to entrepreneurship began after finishing college when she fell in love with the freedom freelancing granted her. She values freedom, challenge, and authentic expression, and wants her clients to feel that it’s possible to have a brand that truly captures their vision.Tune in to this episode to learn more about Amanda's branding process, how she helps her clients find their visual voice, and her journey to entrepreneurship.Find more about Amanda and her work here: https://www.studioguerassio.comInstagram:http://instagram.com/studioguerassioLinked In:https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandaguerassioTwitter:https://twitter.com/studioguerassioFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/studioguerassio/If you'd like to be a guest on Savvy, Booked, & Blessed, visit here: https://podcast.prosavvyas.com/podcast-guest

Your host, Devonee Thaxton, is joined by Jennifer Helene Popeken, a seasoned health and wellness coach with over two decades of experience. Jennifer has worked closely with top health coaches and medical professionals worldwide and has developed innovative methodologies to support individuals and large organizations make positive lifestyle changes.Drawing on her expertise in nutrition, environment, and mindset practices, Jennifer is dedicated to helping people unlock their full potential and achieve optimal health and well-being. Her passion for improving lives shines through in all that she does.During our conversation, Jennifer emphasized the importance of embracing natural approaches to health and wellness, as opposed to relying solely on modern-day practices. She highlights the crucial role of exercise in regaining and maintaining good health and underscores the need for a holistic approach to well-being that encompasses the mind, body, and soul.Tune in to this enlightening episode and gain insights from Jennifer's wealth of experience and wisdom on how to prioritize and nurture your health for a happier and more fulfilling life.You can follow Jennifer and her work here:https://www.instagram.com/jenniferhelene https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferhelene/https://www.facebook.com/HelenesKitchenIf you'd like to be a guest on Savvy, Booked, & Blessed, visit here: https://podcast.prosavvyas.com/podcast-guest

Your host, Devonee Thaxton, is joined by Kanetha Lyke. Kanetha is a licensed cosmetologist, cosmetology instructor, barber, and a certified health and life coach. The core mission of Lyke Your Image is to aid individuals in their journey toward recovery from a significant life event that may have caused lasting trauma. Kanetha not only provides guidance to her clients on cultivating self-love from within but also offers a range of services to help them cherish their external appearance.Follow the Lyke Your Image Instagram page here:https://www.instagram.com/lykeyourimage/You can also check out the official Lyke Your Image website here: https://lykeyourimage.com/If you'd like to be a guest on Savvy, Booked, & Blessed, visit here: https://podcast.prosavvyas.com/podcast-guest

In this episode, your host, Devonee Thaxton, is joined by Jessica Derose, a business mentor and the founder of Digital Business Evolution. With her background as a former celebrity personal trainer and teacher, Jessica discovered her passion for guiding and supporting aspiring business owners in starting, launching, and growing their online businesses. In this episode, Jessica shares the challenges and rewards of shifting careers and starting anew.Follow Jessica here:www.jessglazer.comhttps://www.instagram.com/iamjessicaderose/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-derose-9b4494200/https://www.facebook.com/jessica.sara.108https://www.instagram.com/thedigitalbusinessevolution/?hl=en If you'd like to be a guest on Savvy, Booked, & Blessed, visit here: https://podcast.prosavvyas.com/podcast-guest

Your host, Devonee Thaxton, is joined by Amber Kers, master jeweler and owner of Amber Kers Jewelry. Her unique designs are inspired by hand-picked and sustainably-sourced gemstones, allowing her to create one-of-a-kind sterling silver jewelry with intention and purpose.During the interview, Amber shares her inspiring story of turning her passion into a successful business where she can continue to express her creativity. She discusses her journey of getting to know the jewelry market and shares insights on how to market jewelry to the public.Amber is also passionate about sustainably sourcing gemstones from all over the world. She shares her process and philosophy around sourcing materials that are ethical and environmentally friendly. Her work has been featured in prestigious publications such as Vogue Magazine, Glamour Magazine, Vanity Fair, and Tatler.If you are interested in learning more about marketing your creative business, this episode is for you. Find more information about Amber and her work here: https://amberkrsjewelry.com/https://www.instagram.com/amberkrsjewelry/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/AmberKrsJewels/?ref=page_internal

Your host, Devonee Thaxton, is joined by successful physical NFT artist, therapist, and coach Melissa Desilva. Melissa is the author of "The Profitable Practice: Helping Healing Professionals Build and Grow a Successful Business." Melissa is also the creator and host of the successful LGBTQ-plus podcasts “Pride Connections” and “Chit Chat with the Queer and Creative.” She has been featured as a guest on several international podcasts and blogs. You can also find her on the weekly YouTube show, “The Next Chapter”, where she and her co-host discuss all topics related to being single and getting older in our world today. In this episode, we talk about how Melissa went from running her mental health agency in Rhode Island in 2015 where members of the LGBTQ plus community can find safe and specialized therapeutic services to running her agency from home in Puerto Rico while also creating art and physical NFTs that positively impact the world. You can learn more about Melissa’s NFT at QueerNFT.ioIf you'd like to be a guest on Savvy, Booked, & Blessed, https://podcast.prosavvyas.com/podcast-guest

Your host Devonee Thaxton is joined by the owner and CEO of Fully Alive Photography, Finding Joy Consulting, and Fully Alive Events. Tracy launched her first business “Fully Alive Photography” in 2006 after graduating with a degree in painting and film. As a wedding, lifestyle, and branding photographer, her goal was to simply help others feel fully alive and get past their fear of being behind the camera. She launched her second business “Finding Joy Consulting,” in 2020 to empower others to start, understand and grow their businesses. In this episode, we talk about how Tracy helps entrepreneurs launch, develop and elevate their brands with custom consulting, interactive courses/workshops, websites, design work, branding photography, and creative content.  To learn more about Tracy visit www.fullyalivephotography.comIf you'd like to be a guest on Savvy, Booked, & Blessed, https://podcast.prosavvyas.com/podcast-guest