Chairwomen

Chairwomen

Victoria Walker is a Software Engineer from Cherry Hill, New Jersey, with a passion for creating high-quality software. She started her technology career at the age of 16 repairing electronics devices and went on to graduate with an Associate Degree of Applied Science in Computer and Electronics Engineering Technology from ITT Technical Institute in 2016. Victoria’s interest in programming grew through courses in coding and she landed her first Software Engineer position as a Jr Mobile Software Developer in 2019. She has since earned certifications in full-stack engineering and business process software development. With her wide range of experience and expertise, Victoria is now the CEO and CTO at Vivify Solutions.

Latesha initially pursued a career in pharmacy with a major in chemistry, but later shifted to entrepreneurship and worked in various fields for over 10 years. After gaining experience as a tax preparer, Latesha founded Premier Tax and Business Solutions in 2012, where she is now the CEO. The business offers services such as bookkeeping, payroll, consulting, and notary services. Latesha became an Enrolled Agent, a Certified MBE, and Notary in 2022, and is an active member of various local and national organizations.

Catherine “Cat” Hardrick is a dedicated activist and servant leader based in Snellville, Georgia. With a background as a disabled Army veteran and 20 years in the finance industry, Cat has transitioned to entrepreneurship with her health and wellness business, Journey Within, LLC. She is currently the committee chairwoman for the Gwinnett Women’s Chamber Of Commerce Veterans Committee, focusing on supporting women veterans in areas such as mental health, employment, and entrepreneurship.

Cat’s community involvement extends to mentoring youth, aiding survivors of human trafficking and sexual trauma, addressing food insecurity and homelessness, and advocating for veterans. Following the murders of George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery, she became an active protester and ran for Snellville City Council in 2021 to push for transparency and accountability in local leadership.

Teresa Carthron considers herself to be a, “BEAST in the Mindset Elevation Streets.” She is the CEO and Founder of The MindShift Academy, the author of ‘Financially F.I.T.,’ and upcoming children’s books, ‘I Am beautiful and Self Esteem Is Everything.’ These platforms have allowed Teresa to become a sought after International public speaker. She is a Life Transformation and Mindset Elevation Coach. She is uniquely able to coach men and women from the living room to the boardroom. Teresa is your ideal coach to success if you struggle with self-doubt, pushing through fears, peak performance, and productivity and scaling your personal and/or business brand. Teresa can help you to take the mental and emotional garbage of life, drop- kick it, bag it, tag it and punt it to the curb. Teresa’s mantra is, “Change your mind, elevate your future.” Her favorite quote is, “You are the most important piece of your life’s puzzle. Without you, your life’s puzzle will always be incomplete.” She is truly a WOMAN on FIRE! To connect with Teresa Carthron, email [email protected]. You can also connect with Teresa on social media @IAmTeresaC or via her website @ www.IAmTeresaC.com.