VBD MAGAZINE’S COVER STORY: Dr. Mathew Knowles

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DR. RUBY EVANS: Transformational Leadership in Education

DR. RUBY EVANS: Transformational Leadership in Education Ruby Evans, Ph.D. Molding Minds and Reshaping Futures With an unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, Dr. Ruby Evans, a visionary educational leader, has left an indelible mark on the higher education landscape. Through a journey marked by resilience and an unyielding passion for molding young minds, Evans […]
A LEADER IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Henritta Stewart, Ph.D.

A LEADER IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Henritta Stewart, Ph.D. The educator talks strategies for work-life balance, building trust in the workplace, and most importantly being UNSHAKEABLE At VBD Magazine, we are delighted to showcase individuals who are shattering the glass ceiling and paving their own paths. That’s why we are thrilled to feature Dr. Henritta Stewart, […]
A LEADER IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Icylin Morgan, Educator Extraordinaire

A LEADER IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Icylin Morgan, Educator Extraordinaire “I love to impart knowledge and interact with students,” says Icylin Morgan, a wife, mother, and educator. “It’s my mission. I want all my students to succeed.” In a candid conversation with VBD Magazine, the educator extraordinaire discusses engaging reluctant learners, global citizenship education, and strategies […]
POWERFUL IN PURPOSE: Dr. Lucien W. Jones, MB. BS. CD.

POWERFUL IN PURPOSE: Dr. Lucien W. Jones, MB. BS. CD. The family physician and visionary shares the importance of balancing his career with other commitments and his thoughts on telemedicine. For well over two years now, the COVID-19 pandemic has been impacting almost every area of our lives. While the outbreak has overwhelmed healthcare systems […]
A LEADER IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Beverlyn Johnson Wilks

A LEADER IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Beverlyn Johnson Wilks The nursing administrator shares about navigating the COVID-19 global outbreak and surviving the disease. The rapid spread of the COVID-19 disease created challenges for healthcare systems worldwide. Today, healthcare workers continue to be integral in the global response to the pandemic. Despite facing significant health risks, these […]
BISHOP JOHN & ELDER ANN-MARIE BAKER: Leading with Distinction & Excellence

BISHOP JOHN & ELDER ANN-MARIE BAKER: Leading with Distinction & Excellence Transforming Lives and Declaring the Sovereignty of God Have you been wondering how to make a marriage work? We have an amazing couple who is not only building the next generation of powerful leaders but is also teaching couples how to keep the spark […]
FAITH THAT WORKS: Pastor Michael & Dr. Barbara Nelson

FAITH THAT WORKS: Pastor Michael & Dr. Barbara Nelson Anchored in Him and Serving with Love “We answered the call to the ministry 30 years ago, and never looked back,” Pastor Michael states. “The Lord called us to pastoral ministry, and we said, ‘yes’ to the call.” VBD Magazine sat down with Pastor Michael and […]
THE PICKETT FAMILY: Creating A Lasting Legacy

THE PICKETT FAMILY: Creating A Lasting Legacy Families who have a legacy network, collaborate and support each other to impact lives. They lead with yesterday, today, and tomorrow in mind so that they cultivate what matters. They find the will to overcome the negative chatter holding them back from their purpose and pave the way […]
A LEADER IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Tina McCall-Waters

A LEADER IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Tina McCall-Waters Pushing Limits and Changing Lives Through Tennis Tina McCall-Waters wanted to give back and she took action. McCall-Waters is the founder of the Denton Johnson Tennis Corporation (DJTC) that serves at-risk and minority youths in her community, Eatonville, Florida. “I envisioned a youth tennis and education complex […]