Meet the Author

Ebony Allen, LCSW-BACS, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Clinical Supervisor with nearly two decades of experience in adolescent and family therapy, specializing in crisis response, school-based interventions, and bio-psycho-social evaluations. As the founder of SOFT Nola and Brook Haven Counseling and Consulting Services, she creates safe spaces for mental health support, DEI education, and community healing in New Orleans.

Dr. Jawan Brown Alexander, CEO of Maroon, Inc., leverages her expertise in education, advocacy, and leadership to empower underrepresented groups through impactful professional learning opportunities. A sought-after speaker and panelist, she holds advanced degrees in leadership, is a Harvard Leadership Institute alumna, and recently joined the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program.

Dorothy Doolittle is a nationally recognized education leader and consultant, specializing in designing sustainable systems that elevate educator effectiveness and student achievement. Raised in rural Arkansas, she has transformed challenges into opportunities, leading multi-million-dollar initiatives and coaching leaders to implement impactful instructional frameworks that drive systemic change.

Aaron Harrison is an educator and co-founder of the Legacy Foundation for Girls, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering young women and cultivating future leaders in New Orleans. With nearly 13 years of experience in K-12 education, she is committed to shaping young minds through teaching, mentoring, and community engagement.

Dominique Luster is an archivist, entrepreneur, and advocate who founded The Luster Company to amplify the stories of marginalized communities through archival consulting and cultural heritage work. A dynamic speaker and bourbon connoisseur, her 2018 TEDx Talk on the transformative power of archives gained international recognition, leading to features on podcasts like Archives in Context and Brave Women at Work.

LaShon Ormond is an author, advocate, and entrepreneur whose work intersects education, youth empowerment, and storytelling, inspiring young people to pursue limitless possibilities beyond labels. When she’s not developing impactful workshops and community programs, she volunteers with Black Girls Code and collaborates with South African illustrator Frank Lunar on children’s books.

Monica Pierre is a storytelling strategist and Assistant Professor of Practice in Mass Communication at Xavier University of Louisiana, where she equips students for careers in multimedia storytelling. A seasoned journalist, she has produced and hosted radio and television talk shows and reported on significant events, including the historic coverage of Hurricane Katrina.

Dr. Chanise Reese-Queen is an academic leader and Executive Director of Professional Development and Education at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where she leverages over 20 years of experience in nonprofit management, education, and strategic planning. A passionate advocate for lifelong learning, she mentors women in embracing their potential, fosters accessible learning opportunities, and encourages personal and professional growth through resume revision, career coaching, and her vibrant book club.

The authors are available for media appearances, print features, book club discussions, podcast interviews, panel discussions, speaking engagements, and virtual or in-person workshops. They can also participate in community events, book signings, expert roundtables, and educational sessions. For bookings and inquiries, contact Pierre Principle Communications.

Phone: 504-231-9837

Website: www.pierreprinciple.com

Email: monica@pierreprinciple.com