Freedom Battle Buddies of Color Dr. Ann James
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Freedom is not a destination..it’s a journey. The Freedom Battle Buddies of Color Podcast, hosted by Air Force Veteran, Dr. Ann James, shines a bright light on and gives voice to women veterans of color and those that support us. Listen in as remarkable women of color from various walks of life, enthusiastically share their freedom journeys during and after military service, while also providing doses of encouragement to live life freely. Join us as we chat about financial freedom, lifestyle freedom and everything in-between.
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47. Find Your Joy and Practice It Daily
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46. Crystal Ellington: Diversity Is Key/Be Seen and Heard
In her desire to carry-on her family legacy of military service, Crystal decided to join the military. She saw it not only as a way to pass on a legacy of service to her son, but it also provided her the opportunity to realize her full potential. In an male dominated occupation, Crystal served as a helicopter mechanic in the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment.
Upon transitioning as a combat veteran, Crystal leverages her time in the military to ensure that those that have served or still serving, have a voice and a safe space.
As the CEO of GenOnyx Consulting and a fellow in the George W. Bush Presidential Center Stand-To Veterans Leadership Program, Crystal has been recognized as someone who is passionate about speaking up for those who have historically been disenfranchised, systematically excluded and institutionally oppressed.
Currently, Crystal serves as an executive board member for her local American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).
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45: Flesha Myricks: Women of Service, Being of Service(Military Sorority Edition)
Happy Founder's Week to the Elite Professionals of Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority Incorporated. Founded on April 4th 2011 by two friends, Kappa Epsilon Psi (KEΨ) strives to continue building relationships and establishing chapters on every U.S military installation and in local communities throughout the world. KEΨ’s mission is to Honor past service members, Unite present female service members, and Mentor future leadership of our Armed Forces.
Listen in as I chat it up with Army Veteran and my Line Sister, Flesha Myricks as she discusses her journey in the U.S. Army and why she decided to join Kappa Epsilon Psi .
To find out more visit the website at https://www.militarysorority.com/
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44. Makissa Lewis: My Seester Inc.
Makissa is a proud veteran having served 11 years in the United States Army to include one combat tour to Iraq. Her experiences includes helping train Iraqi law enforcement and firefighters on how to safely treat and transport injured women.
Always challenging herself, Makissa ended her military career and decided to pursue a Masters degree in Higher Education Administration. She went on to serve as the first National Educational Director for the nonprofit, National Women Veteran of America Association. In that role she opened communication between community stakeholders and female veterans. For her continued mission of service, Makissa was recognized by Legacy Magazine as one of their 40 under 40 Black Leaders of Today and Tomorrow.
As the Founder and CEO of the nonprofit, My Seester, Inc. , Makissa has made it her mission to make sure South Florida female veterans are not only seen, but also heard.
Connect with Makissa:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/makissa-lewis-90b7a964/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/myseester
IG: @my_seester
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43. Jackson Drumgoole II: Building Bridges For Foster Youth
As a teenager, this 25 year Army veteran, Jackson realized that the way he was living his life didn’t match up with the man he wanted to become which led him to join the Army after initially serving 2 years in the Air Force.
Based on his work with military fathers during his multiple deployments to Iraq, Jackson was awarded GQ magazine’s Father of the Year. However, it was the community response to his first book, They Call Me Daddy: A Diary of a Dysfunctional Father, that launched Jackson to be known as (Chief Encouragement Officer) to other fathers.
If that wasn’t enough, Jackson is the founder and executive director of Drumgoole Family Initiatives and the Bridge Builder Community, an organization helping foster youth transition successfully into adulthood.
Jackson proudly represents as a member Kappa Alpha Psi Incorporated.
Connect with Mr. Jackson Drumgoole II: https://drumgoolefamilyinitiatives.org/
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42: Ditch Your Debt For Good
As a Certified Financial Counselor and Coach, Dr. Ann has helped 100+ military and veterans individuals and families take command of their finances so they can live life freely and to the fullest.
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Customer Reviews
I LOVE this podcast
This podcast is soo inspiring, thanks for putting yourself out there Dr. Ann James !!
Thank you!
So appreciative of your service and your voice. Thank you for speaking about women veterans of color. This is so insightful and helpful!