Meet our Members
Laura Thompson
Laura Thompson Agency, President
Laura Thompson Agency is a full service advertising, marketing and public relations firm specializing in initiating community involvement, creating public awareness and bringing advertising campaigns to life through event management, grassroots marketing, community outreach, and public involvement.Contact Inormation:
theimagemakergroup@sbcglobal.net
210.836.6531
"Sistas in Business has literally changed my life and given me a brand me perspective on doing business. In my wildest dreams, I did not expect for this organization to make such a difference in my life!!!"
Pershama Dailey
A Dailey Event, Owner
A Dailey Event specializes in unique and detailed corporate and social event planning.Our team of professionally trained staff will work closely with you to produce a distinctive event.Contact Information:
info@adaileyevent.com
210.249.8184
www.adaileyevent.com
"Sistas in Business has helped me tremendously to build a network of professional women to enhance our working relationship within our company."
Peggy Smith
Licensed Financial Banker, Wells Fargo Bank
Peggy, a Licensed Financial Banker for Wells Fargo Bank is a business banker committed to helping you and your business succeed. You can rely on her resources to gain more control over your money management and she will work with you to customize a plan for improving cash flow for future growth. Contact Information:
peggy.j.smith@wellsfargo.com
210.805.6204
"Being new to San Antonio, Sistas in Business has helped me tremendously to build friendships with professional women like myself."
Toncie Roberson
T.L. Roberson Event Planning Consultants, Owner
T. L. Roberson Event Planning Consultants’ mission is to provide clients with a variety of planning services to help make their events successful.Whether the gathering is for a one-day session for 10 people or a fundraiser for 200, we offer a variety of services to help organize, design and execute events that support the customers’ needs.Contact Information:
TRoberson@satx.rr.com
210.317.0779
"SIB has helped me to grow and mature as a business woman.I enjoy and appreciate the friendship and networking opportunity when meeting with the SIB members.The “Power Series” have been awesome!"
Lilly Holt
The Ranger Group
The Ranger Group is an 8(a), SDVOSB company providing our clients single source leadership, expertise and commitment that surpass other firms in professional engineering services, commissioning, construction and design build projects.We are strong advocates for men and women serving our nation, supporting wounded warriors and their families."Living the Dream"
Contact Information:
lholt@ranger-group.com
210.878.6635
"Due to my busy travel schedule, I rarely have the chance to meet with fellow business women in San Antonio. Sistas in Business provides me with theopportunity to network, build professional growth and develop friendships."
Valerie Taylor, RN, BSN
South Texas Alternative Choice, Founder & CEO
South Texas Alternative Choice, LLC, is a service offering seniors an alternative to nursing homes and large corporate living facilities.We are “Your Key to Senior it Placement!”
Contact Information:
valerie.altchoice@sbcglobal.net
210.521.7819
www.gostac.com
"I joined SIB in December 2006.SIB has been a very supportive organization for me.Being a single parent and female trying to make it can be challenging. SIB stepped in the gap and has been an encouragement to me.The camaraderie has been a blessing. Who says sista's can't get along???? I have also gotten business done by hiring someone I know to do the job! Doesn't it make more sense to pay someone you know than someone you don't know???? This has been a blessing to me.The group is young, but an old spirit. I look forward to our continued affiliation."
Melinda Jackson
Allstate Exclusive Agent
As a Personal Financial Representative, I’m licensed to sell financial products such as IRAs, mutual funds, fixed & variable life insurance, variable annuities, home, auto, renters, commercial, and general liability insurance as well as employee & employer benefits, ie.cancer, accident , health, and dental. Contact Information:
mindyjackson@allstate.com
210.341.5143
1.800.791.5143
Fax 210-525-9324
"Sistas In Business has afforded me the opportunity to network with other professional women here in the city of San Antonio. I’m having a blast working with the very talented women of SIB!"
Shantana L. Robinson
Executive Statement Image Consulting
Executive Statement Image Consulting specializes in helping you or your business make a statement without saying a word. From image workshops to closet audits we have you covered! Contact Information:
Savvydiva@executivestatementconsulting.com
210.215.1847
"Sistas in Business has presented me with a great tool for networking and training. From the wonderful guest speakers to networking with the other members of SIB, I have gained a wealth of knowledge and appreciation for the world of business."
Barbara Keown
A Kinder U Health & Wellness
A Kinder U is a ‘One-Stop-Shop' for Wellness.We offer Cardio Classes in Pilates and Yoga to stretch and tone the body; a Licensed Massage Therapists to provide relaxation and healing of sore muscles; a Nutritionist to assist in understanding the concept of “Food and You”; and a Weekend Boot Camp with our Personal Trainer to get you healthy and fit.Contact Information:
akinderu@swbell.net
210.394.5884
"Sistas In Business has afforded me an opportunity to meet with women who look like me, who understand and share in similar struggles and challenges faced in this business world.They enabled me to see what could be accomplished through prayer, hard work and determination.Now I am a part of something bigger than me that nurtures, educates, and promotes sisterhood throughout the city."
Stephanie Anderson
Trinity Lace Wigs, Owner
Trinity Lace Wigs’ mission is to provide natural looking hair to those women, men and children who suffer from hair loss.Also, these lace wig units have become a popular fashion accessory for those without hair loss concerns.We have an extensive inventory of stock and offer custom made units as an option.Our products are state-of-the-art solutions and the finest in hair replacement systems.Contact Information:
sanderson@trinitylacewigs.com
www.trinitylacewigs.com
210.858.8554
"Having recently moved to San Antonio and opening a new business, I was looking for an organization to plug into.Thank God I found Sistas In Business!In my short time as a member, I have been blessed to meet and network with many African American women business owners."
Rosheila Motley, MSA
Motley's Financial Services, President & CEO
Motley's Financial Services provides accounting, tax, and consulting services to individuals, partnerships, corporations, and non-profit organizations in this local area.We specialize in service type businesses and are recognized for our expertise, integrity, and personalized service given to all clients.Contact Information:
motleyfinlsvc@sbcglobal.net
www.motleyfinancial.com
210.896.0496
"Sistas in Business has provided me with opportunities to meet other professional African American women that are the movers and shakers within their respective businesses.It is my hope that my clientele will expand as a result of these great networking events."
Mona Echard
MOEC Empowerment Consulting
MOEC Empowerment Consulting
A native Texan, residing in Spring Branch Texas, married for 24 years to Melvin Echard. They have two children Marchele and Melvin Jr., a son-law Kweli, and new grandbaby Tilan Jacai Lott!Mona wears many hats. She is a Licensed
Cosmetologist, Founder and Managing Director of Fresh Start Salon Ministries Inc., where she uses her God-given talents and abilities to make a difference in the lives of underserved, “women in need”. She is a Beauty, Health, and Wellness Consultant, where she encourages seeking personal individual beauty, a healthy mind and heart and physical wellness tailored to fit your specific needs. Mona is also the author of “Jus Sharin” A little something to inspire you, which is a small, quick but powerful booklet that promotes personal growth and improvement. Mona has a Bachelor’s degree in Communication and has a passion for encouraging, empowering and inspiring women who are transitioning from dependency to self-sufficiency.
You may reach Mona at OneMindOneBody@hotmail.com or 210-807-1329
T.J. Haywood
Confidential Search Solutions, LLC
Confidential Search Solutions is an employment consulting andtraining company specializing in Executive Recruiting Services, Empowerment Training Classes, and Executive Career Coaching Services. We provide both direct-hire and contract services to Fortune 500, regional size, and startup companies.Contact Information:
tjhaygood@confidentialss.com
210.524.7712
www.confidentialsearchsolutions.com
"Sistas in Business has benefited me by strong business mentorship and helpful resources to further expand my business clientele and network."
Cynthia Grayson
A Top of the Line Blinds
A Top of the Line Blinds provids free estimates & consultations along with Free Smiles for all types of window treatments (Blinds, Shades, Shutters and More). We take all products to the home and we provide personal services to find what customers are looking for if we don't carry the specific product. We feel customer service is what's missing in businesses and we do our best to satisfy each customer. Contact Information:
atopofthelineblinds@yahoo.com
210.267.8215
"I think Sistas in Business will benefit A Top of the Line Blinds by allowing us to be a part of an uplifting group of Sistas working together and building not just our business but also character. This group also inspires us to reach higher goals by seeing everyone around us succeed. This group allows us to see strength of other black women being the boss/owners of their own business by sharing their knowledge and skills and displaying their determination to be a positive image in society."
Claudette Lewis
Cherice Cochran Foundation
Cherice Cochran Foundation
As the San Antonio NAACP Youth Council celebrates its 5th Annual Youth Image Awards Banquet we are proud to honor Mrs. Claudette Lewis, Educator, Youth Advocate and Visionary Founder and Organizer of the NAACP Youth Image Awards Program. The NAACP Youth Image Awards is a vision of the late Cherice Cochrane and her mother. As a mentor at S.H. Gates Elementary School, Cherice Founded the Annual School-Wide Spelling Bee Competition and provided incentives and recognition for good conduct, attendance and academic excellence. The program was a huge success and was expanded to include students from other local schools and recognition for its chapter members. Mrs. Lewis became Advisor of the local NAACP chapter in 1998 and held the position for 5 years until her illness in 2003. She is a life member of the San Antonio Branch and Chair of the “Back to School/Stay In School Program. Mrs. Lewis is a recipient of many awards for her service to the community, and for her dedication and commitment as an Educator. Among them are the; National NAACP Outstanding Youth Advisor, the JC Penney “Golden Rule”, United Way Outstanding Volunteer, Delta Sigma Theta, “Outstanding First Year Teacher,” “Outstanding Girl Scout Leader, the Express News, “Jefferson Award, “Outstanding Black Texan” and the NAACP Youth Advocacy Award. Her most significant accomplishment is, Founder/CEO of the Cherice Cochrane Mentoring For Success Foundation. Since its inception, four $500 scholarships have been awarded to deserving seniors. The NAACP Youth Council has also been the winners for four consecutive years for United Way, Mayor’s Youth Award in the group and individual category. Mrs. Lewis is the mother of the late Cherice Cochrane and Mrs. Camille Reid a Seventh Grade English teacher in Richardson ISD.