Entries by Summer Owens

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Turning Setbacks into Comebacks: Harriet Turk Resilient Leap into Public Speaking

I had one of those conversations that perfectly embodies the S.O. What! Success System, and I couldn’t wait to share it with you! In this episode of S.O. What! Success Stories, I sat down with Harriet Turk—a dynamic speaker and consultant—who has faced some of life’s toughest challenges and still found a way to Overcome […]

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From Teen Mom to Inspirational Speaker for Black Women: My Full-Circle Moment at Alpha Kappa Alpha’s Prominent Black Women’s Banquet

There are moments in life that take your breath away—not because they’re unexpected, but because they remind you just how far you’ve come. That’s exactly how it felt to stand on stage as the keynote speaker for the Prominent Black Women’s Banquet hosted by the Epsilon Epsilon chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated at […]

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Overcoming Generational Trauma: Dr. Stacy Spencer Resilience in Ministry and Life

Dr. Stacy Spencer journey is a testament to the power of resilience, faith, and the ability to turn pain into purpose. Through his life’s challenges—growing up in a single-parent household, experiencing trauma, and facing the struggles of generational curses—Dr. Stacy Spencer has lived out the S.O. What! Success System, choosing to Overcome Obstacles, Eliminate Excuses, […]

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From Childhood Bullying to Community Healing: David Jordan Resilient Mission

Some people talk about making a difference, and others spend their lives doing it. My friend David Jordan, President & CEO of Agape Child & Family Services, has dedicated 30 years to uplifting families, fighting poverty, and leading with faith. David Jordan journey is a powerful example of the S.O. What! Success System in action. […]

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Have You Ever Seen Someone Take Their Last Breath?

Honoring My Centenarian Grandmothers’ Legacy of Love, Wisdom, and Strength The Moment Everything Changed Have you ever seen someone take their last breath? I have. Someone who always proudly told everyone I looked like her, and I did. Even as she lay her casket, countless family members told me she looked like me. Whew… One […]

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Reinvesting Every Dollar: Charles Ewing Resilient Path to Transforming a Side Hustle Into an Empire

  In my work as a speaker and coach, I’ve had the privilege of meeting many inspiring people, but few embody the S.O. What! Success System quite like Charles Ewing. Charles Ewing is the President and CEO of Ewing Moving & Storage, and his journey is a masterclass in Overcoming Obstacles, Eliminating Excuses, and Calculating […]

Honorees Announced for the 3rd Annual S.O. What! Awards and Scholarship Soiree, A Black-Tie Awards Celebration of Resilience, Leadership, and Community Impact

Memphis, Tennessee – March 11, 2025. The S.O. What! Foundation is excited to announce the 3rd Annual S.O. What! Awards and Scholarship Soiree, a night dedicated to honoring individuals who exemplify resilience, perseverance, and a commitment to uplifting others. This highly anticipated black-tie fundraising event will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the […]

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The CEO Who Started in His Mom’s Garage: JW Gibson Journey of Resilience

JW Gibson journey is a powerful example of the S.O. What! Success System in action—proving that Overcoming Obstacles, Eliminating Excuses, and Calculating Choices can transform even the toughest beginnings into lasting success. Growing up in the housing projects of South Memphis, JW could have let his circumstances limit him. Instead, he made bold moves—leaving a […]