From Resilience to Results: Shalonda Washington on Business, Leadership, and Building Impact

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Shalonda Washington — award-winning entrepreneur, transformation speaker, mindset coach, nonprofit leader, and respected businesswoman known throughout Southwest Florida as “The Permit Queen.”With more than 30 years of experience as the CEO and Founder of Reliable Permitting & BSS, Shalonda has built a reputation as a trusted expert in construction administration and building permitting, helping contractors, homeowners, realtors, investors, and business professionals navigate complex processes and achieve success.Beyond business, Shalonda is passionate about empowering others to rise above obstacles, unlock their full potential, and pursue purpose-driven lives. As a sought-after transformation speaker and mindset coach, she shares powerful insights across business, nonprofit leadership, women’s empowerment, and personal growth.In this inspiring conversation, Shalonda opens up about entrepreneurship, resilience, overcoming adversity, leadership, family, faith, and what it means to continue climbing while lifting others along the way.A proud wife of 31 years, mother of five, grandmother, and community leader, Shalonda also co-leads a nonprofit ministry alongside her husband, serving youth and families in the Immokalee community. Through her initiative, A Day With Sho, she continues creating spaces designed to elevate and empower women in business and leadership.Recognized for her impact through numerous awards and nominations and celebrated for her remarkable journey from challenge to achievement, Shalonda Washington reminds us that resilience, vision, and purpose can create extraordinary outcomes.This episode is filled with wisdom, inspiration, and practical insight for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone striving to build a life of impact.Because here on the Stories to Create Podcast… we do not just tell stories—We create them. Support the showThank you for tuning in with EHAS CLUB - Stories to Create Podcast