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For the past 18 years, La Tonya Brown has dedicated herself as the Executive Director of Leading Ladies Inc., a non-profit mentoring organization committed to mentoring young girls between the ages of 12-18.
She is currently in school, obtaining her Master’s in Addiction and Mental Health Counseling with a vision to provide therapy in a creative way to all. As a single mother raising two kids—a 20-year-old daughter and an 11-year-old son—La Tonya understands balancing a personal and professional life.
She is the author of “Courageous Love,” a self-help workbook designed to support families who have a loved one in addiction, recovery, and beyond. Her new book, set to be released in 2024, focuses on helping youth in their transition from middle school to high school, providing guidance and support during this pivotal phase of their lives.
La Tonya also serves as a producer overseeing the “Project From Me 2 U” documentary, available on Amazon Prime. The project follows the transformative journeys of seven individuals, capturing their stories from trauma to triumph and inspiring countless viewers along the way.
As a motivational speaker, La Tonya engages audiences through workshops at conferences, corporate events, non-profit organizations, and educational institutions. She covers critical topics such as mental health, addiction, effective communication, leadership, and the profound impact of networking. Her aim is to ignite inspiration and empower individuals to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and determination.
You can find her on Facebook and LinkedIn here. Tell us more, La Tonya!
My Maven Superpower is …
The ability to connect deeply with others and inspire positive change.
Best book I’ve read lately is …
The Bible.
Self-care habit I swear by …
Taking a few minutes a day for mindfulness.
My first job was …
McDonald’s.
The best career advice I can offer is …
Be who you need in every environment, occupation, and moment.
A purchase I’ve been loving lately is …
The training I invested in for myself to grow my organization.
I feel most confident when …
Connecting with others, sharing experiences, and inspiring positive change.
My favorite local restaurant dish is …
Salmon New Orleans at Red Lobster.
A fun fact about me is …
I auditioned to be a backup dancer for Beyoncé when my daughter was little and got it. However, I had to turn it down because I chose to be a mom first.
The skill I most want to learn is …
Digital Marketing.
A Maven you should know is …
Nycole Johnson.
My favorite nonprofit to support is …
Leading Ladies Inc. and all other nonprofits.
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