The Wellness Groups

The Wellness Groups is a community non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, whose focus is to promote breast health awareness to the underserved African American women throughout Los Angeles County.

I am extremely passionate about this project because there are no known ways to prevent breast cancer, however, early detection through self-breast examination, clinical breast examination and mammography are three ways to reduce mortality. 

As a seasoned beauty professional with 40 years of experience in the beauty and healthy lifestyle industry. I successfully operated SALON 21 for 23 years, SALON 21, was a hub for beauty professionals to work, learn, and thrive. We offered top-notch customer service and products, produced an 8-page newsletter, ran the "All You Can Be" campaign, and hosted a healthy lifestyle festival. Eventually, I decided to sell the business.

In 1994, I founded The Wellness Groups, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on breast and overall health. As the founding President, I ead the group in educating and empowering women about breast health awareness and healthy living, as well as organizing an annual breast and whole health awareness forum

I love beauty and wellness, with Mary Kay Cosmetics I have served as an Independent Advanced Skin Care Consultant for 20 years.

I have been highlighted by Black Sophisticated Hair, Modern Salon, and other industry publications as a foremost authority on hair care, wellness, and business solutions.

My passion for community service shines through my dedication. I have devoted my time, expertise, and talents to various causes, including the American Cancer Society's Look Good Feel Better program, assisting women facing chemotherapy challenges; the Susan G. Komen Los Angeles County Affiliate's Circle of Promise campaign, which encourages African American women to prioritize breast health; and mentoring for the MOSTE program, which is focused on motivating students through experiences and nurturing future entrepreneurs. Presently, I am 34-year committed member of the West Angeles Church of God in Christ in Los Angeles, where I served as a past board member, continues to volunteer regularly, and is actively involved in various community and professional organizations.

I have received widespread recognition and honors for my unwavering dedication, leadership, creativity, and commitment to serving others. My accolades include awards from BMW, the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, NAWBO/The National Association of Women Business Owners-LA, ABWE/Association of Black Women Entrepreneurs, Kizure Products, AHBAI/American Health and Beauty Aids Institute, Motivating Our Students Through Experience (MOSTE), and the Los Angeles Spectrum International Beauty Expo, among others. I was featured in Who's Who in Black Los Angeles, and photographer Valerie Goodloe showcased me in an exhibit highlighting African American leaders in Los Angeles.