Today I have the privilege to introduce to you a successful woman and someone whom I call a friend now, Dr. Deirdre Avant. She is the CEO of Professional Administrative Services LLC. Which she originally started as a virtual assistant to help small business owners with administrative tasks for free. However, through the years, it has since grown into a successful company. Her company is now an independent contracting firm providing administrative, creative, and technical services to assist clients in their perspective areas of expertise. Professional Administrative Services such as (Bid Preparation, Travel Arrangements, Scheduling, Answering Services, Presentations, Human Resource Management, Spreadsheets, Time Keeping and Billing). Recently, we had several opportunities to speak together on several clubhouse stages to talk on topics that can help high performing entrepreneurs and individuals on their success path. She is a sharp, genuine and savvy business woman, who I can’t wait for you to meet. So without any further ado. Here’s Dr. Deirdre Avant.

A Louisiana native making a global impact as “The Chain Breaker”. An entertainment executive & visionary who is known as “The Whisperer” and “The Negotiator” in the industry. Dr. Catrina’s life mission is to help individuals walk in their purpose by creating, igniting, and influencing them to unleash and embrace their power. As a film, television (TV), and theatrical producer, she creates a platform for individuals to share their stories of triumph through the Arts. As an Entertainment Executive, she is one-fifth negotiator, one-fifth therapist, one-fifth networker, and two-fifths entrepreneur. As the Chief Creative Officer of Puissance Maison Productions, she leads a collective of creatives, producers, and strategists based across the globe in LA, New York, New Orleans, Texas, Miami, Atlanta, Argentina, Africa and beyond. The group includes experts on music, arts, hospitality, festivals, publishing, film, and television. This organization was established to create and support a platform of opportunities in the entertainment industry. www.puissancemaison.com As the President and Co-Creator of PullCorp Media & Business Consulting Group (PMG), she oversees a variety of public relations and business development efforts for the firm’s clientele. PMG is a full-service publicity boutique specializing in executive and talent visibility; television and film media pitches; red carpet premieres; and special events. Www.pullcorp.com Dr. Catrina has been featured in Essence, O, Sheen, Rolling Out & Black Enterprise Magazines to name a few. Dr. Catrina has received honors from President Barak Obama, Congress members, State Representatives, and others. Dr. Catrina’s work has included working with Lifetime Television, NBC, OWN, Discovery Channel, BET, Now You See National Campaign, Just US organization, Junior League, Women In Film, RAINN & etc. Through her philanthropic endeavors, Dr. Catrina is making a global impact through her active board membership for various charitable organizations such as Hip-Hop Legend & Philanthropist, MC Lyte’s Hip Hop Sisters Foundation, Center of Empowerment For Families & Youth (Board Chair), Vice President of the board for LIFT- Ladies In Film & Television, Vice President of The Lady General Foundation, Board Of Directors for Target Evolution, Charter & Board Member of National Coalition of 100 Black Women, and a few others.

Today I have the pleasure of talking to Carol Froehlich-Hull. She is a certified NLP practitioner with Senior Leader status with Tony Robbins for the last 17 years. She is a transformational clarity coach that gets results and helps people get unstuck so they can live their dreams and purpose. She is also a trained opera singer as well as an accomplished performer having sung and spoken on many stages all over the world. She’s been a single mom for 21 years and credits her experiences of being a thriver from many life experiences she has pivoted and Carol is now dedicating her life to help women and men live a life full of energy, power and clarity, so they can make an even bigger impact.

Today I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down to talk with my friend, Business & Media Consultant, Author, Publisher of InCity Magazine, and CoFounder of VirtMe Technology, Christopher Thomas. Christopher is a well-regarded Entrepreneur, Author and Marketing/Business Growth Consultant. For 25+ years, he been helping leaders of enterprises solve complex business problems and increase their audience reach and bottom lines. He has been lauded as having a keen mind for identifying solutions to successfully navigate business risks and determine solutions that bring about a competitive edge.

Havilah and I sit down to talk about her new book "Rewriting a New History: A Spiritual Path to Audacious Authenticity and Healing." Havilah Malone is an inspirational thought leader on a mission to be a catalyst for positive change in over 2 billion people’s lives. The multi-talented millennial powerhouse has been featured on FOX, NBC, ABC, CBS and more. The Actress, Motivational Speaker & former Ms. Louisiana Universal currently resides in Los Angeles, CA. Havilah is also the #1 Best Selling Author of, “How to Become a Publicity Magnet: In Any Market via TV, Radio & Print”, and co-Author of the Think & Grow Rich children’s classic, “The Amazing Adventures of Oliver Hill” based on Napoleon Hill’s Success Principles. Her newest book “Rewriting A New History: A Spiritual Path to Audacious Authenticity and Healing“ is available now. Havilah shares her pillars of success with audiences around the world. She has also been featured in numerous films, national TV commercials, HBO’S Insecure, and guest starred on NCIS: New Orleans. Ms. Malone is a recipient of the President’s Volunteer Service Award Gold Medal, the Women’s Prosperity Network “She Rocks Award”, and selected as the SBA InnovateHER Challenge Winner. Havilah also holds several professional accreditations including being a Certified Instructor for the Napoleon Hill Foundation and Master Certified Practitioner of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming). Havilah’s nurturing spirit, inspirational voice and magnetizing personality inspire people to #BeProofOfWhatsPossible.

Today I had an opportunity to have a discussion with Erica Warren, Best-Selling author of three women's inspirational books. She is also passionate about helping women to speak their truth and heal from their past. Her motto is “I will be the person that I needed when I was younger”. She is using that purpose as a life coach for women. She helps women in the areas of self love, life purpose, dating and recovering from a break up or divorce. She is also the creator and host of her own podcast called Dope Discussions with Erica.

Today I'm talking with Craig Daigle, Life Coach, Master Certified Fitness and Nutrition Coach with BeachBody. He shares with us his fascinating story of triumph, transparency and transformation.

Founder of The Success Stalkers Show, Ioana Garrett kicks off episode 82. Season 3 - Relaunch.

Global Entrepreneur and CEO of Lasserre Cognac, Norvel Lassere, shares his success story with Ioana.

Singer, Song Writer and Music Producer, P1LOT Shares His Success Journey with Ioana. He also shares his passion to give back and help others through his music.

Ioana sits down to chat with Radio/TV personality, CEO Proof of What's Possible, Inc., Best Selling Author and Humanitarian CEO Havilah Malone.

Tammy K. Johnson, CEO of Female Idea Tank Shares Her Success Journey with Ioana. She also shares amazing and practical tips on running an effective business day to day.

Entrepreneur and Film Producer Anthony Minaya sits down with Ioana to talk branding and how to #BringTheEnergy in business.

In Episode 76, Hollywood Actor and Comedian Mark Christopher Lawrence sits down with Ioana to share his 30 year success journey as an actor and comedian. He also shares tips on how to stay relevant and have longevity in show business.

Motivational Speaker, Trainer and Entertainer - Lee Fuller shares with Ioana how he turned his failures into success.

Entrepreneur, Author, Professional Network Marketer, Founder of SocTalks.com Socrates Zayas, talks about building a network the right way.

Celebrity Makeup Artist, Speaker, Author and Business Coach - Dorothy-Inez shares her Success Journey with Ioana. She also talks about how she is teaching women to beautiful and bankable.

Pro BasketBall Player, Speaker, Author and Entrepreneur - Dre Baldwin A.K.A. #DreAllDay sits down to share his success journey with Ioana Garrett. He also shares how to "Work On Your Game."

Word Strategist and Writing Coach - Schan B. Ellis sits down and shares her journey with Ioana. She also shares how you can win in business and in life with your "words."

Grammy-Nominee Recording Artist, Singer, Song Writer and Musician - Marc Nelson, shares his success Journey with Ioana.