Akissi Brooks: Goals of Building A Million Dollar Brand, Youth Mentorship, Motherhood, & Faith.

Welcome to SpeakUPZee, the podcast designed to inspire, encourage, and motivate. In this special episode, Zee sits down with Akissi Brooks, a true force for positive change. 🌟 Meet Akissi, the Founder of Ambitious Girls, Inc., a nonprofit and youth mentorship program making a significant impact in Arkansas, particularly serving young girls of color. But that's not all – Akissi is also a Life Coach, Advocate, and International Speaker. Ambitious Girls, Inc. was born in January 2009 from Akissi's "BE Smart! BE Safe! BE Responsible!" platform and teen conference, addressing the importance of education and preventing juvenile delinquency, teen domestic violence, and pregnancy. As the organization grew, so did its impact, giving rise to the Girls G.R.O.W program, focusing on mentoring, service, leadership, and scholarships. As an International Speaker, Akissi is passionate about helping people GROW. She has shared her insights at various conferences and events globally, including the International Business Retreat in South Africa and Paris-France, the National Association for Blacks in Criminal Justice in Phoenix, Arizona, and Tampa, Florida, and The African Women’s Health Project International “Youth Walk for Africa Press Conference.” Join Zee as he delves into Akissi's inspiring journey, exploring her roles as a Founder, Life Coach, Advocate, and more. Discover the impact she's making through Ambitious Girls, Inc. and gain insights from her experiences as an International Speaker. For more inspirational content and to learn about Esquire Writing & Media Co.'s services, visit speakupzee.com/esquire. Have questions or want to learn more? Text 'ESQ' to 469-851-7235. Connect with Zee on social media: Instagram: [@willzeetidwell](https://instagram.com/willzeetidwell) Facebook: [@speakupzee_](https://www.facebook.com/speakupzee_) Twitter: [@speakupzee_](https://twitter.com/speakupzee_) Share your thoughts on this impactful episode in the comments, and let's celebrate the inspiring work of Akissi Brooks together. Unlock the doors to Zee's exclusive Private Community, a space for authentic conversations:https://web.groupme.com/join_group/94828598/ENfvykzz Join us in this insightful conversation with Akissi Brooks, a true advocate and catalyst for positive change. Let's get inspired! 💙 #speakupzee #inspiration #communityimpact