From the vibrant streets of New York City, where I first graced the screen as Rosie in the cult classic FRESH, my narrative has evolved into a compelling story of empowerment.

 

Today, I embrace my most significant role: igniting the spark of greatness within others. By profession, I am a Talent Experience & Workforce Strategist, speaker, and consultant. Yet, my soul resonates most deeply with the world of literature.

 

As a Literary Influencer and devoted book enthusiast, I champion independent authors, guiding their stories from manuscript to market through my boutique consulting firm, Transparent Gem Inc., established in 2017.

 

Through this consultancy, I've had the distinct pleasure of empowering more than three dozen aspiring authors to realize their publishing dreams, navigating them through the intricacies of independent publication.

 

My commitment to the literary community has been recognized with the 2018 ACHI Magazine and ACHI Women Supporting Women Association "Author of the Year" award, and recently, in March 2025, the Give Thanks Inc & Emerge Woman Empowerment Award.

 

As "Queen Pen," I co-authored the Amazon bestseller Mascara: Beat Face. Broken Soul and have contributed to several anthologies, and published collaborations born from the heart of my women's literary community, the Diamond Writers.

 

Beyond my podcast, Hustle & Shine, I nurture passion projects that include new anthologies, GEM Class Workshops, and the forthcoming Diamond Loft Literary Cafe & Event Venue in Atlanta, GA (Spring 2026), a space where stories will bloom, and literature lovers will belong.

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