black-owned businesses AT WHOLELIFE

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, marks the emancipation of the last enslaved African Americans in the United States, symbolizing freedom and the ongoing struggle for equality. Investing in local Black-owned businesses during this time not only honors the historical significance of Juneteenth but also promotes economic empowerment and community growth. Supporting these enterprises helps to create a more inclusive economy and fosters opportunities for innovation and prosperity within our neighborhoods.

Founder/CEO: Monday Strategies Jo Newell

Jo Newell is a multi-passionate business executive and entrepreneur. A champion for the business community, she is the Founder & CEO of Monday Strategies, a boutique firm dedicated to empowering businesses to achieve sustainable growth through business development solutions. Newell is also the Co-founder of DROP THE MIC Coaching, an executive training program providing tools, resources, and coaching to help professionals become effective communicators and public speakers.

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BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Sacha Ceasar, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

With a passion for merging healthcare and beauty, Sacha Ceasar, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, is an accomplished Nurse Practitioner specializing in health and wellness. Armed with a Master of Science in Nursing and a board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C),

Sacha brings a wealth of expertise and commitment to personalized care, ensuring each individual receives tailored solutions aligned with their wellness goals. Sacha is deeply committed to holistic wellness, believing in the interconnectedness of inner health and outer beauty. She offers a comprehensive approach, integrating aesthetic procedures with wellness strategies, such as nutrition counseling, lifestyle modifications, and stress management techniques, to promote overall well-being.

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Owner: Vaylen Ivah Photography Vaylen Jean - Pierre Evans

As a portrait photographer who loves photographing genuine emotion, Vaylen Jean-Pierre Evans has adopted the slogan "capturing moments the naked eye forgets." This simple but meaningful slogan emphasizes Vaylen’s passion for capturing candid moments. Whether it’s a couples session or a corporate headshot, Vaylen loves grasping client’s personality and placing it into a photograph as his gift to every client. “Watching their eyes light up as they witness a side of them they've never seen—that's why I do it…”

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VAYLEN JEAN-PIERRE Evans

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