
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…

How One Literacy and Life Skills Program Is Transforming Classrooms and Student Lives
Something powerful just happened at Hillcrest High School… and it’s exactly what so many schools need right now.
After a semester of using the S.O. What! Literacy, Life Skills, and Character Education Program, I had the chance…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-WNfHJTdCM
Growing…

Transforming Grief into Growth: Vincent McCaskill Resilience in Building School Seed Foundation
Vincent McCaskill journey is a true reflection of the S.O. What! Success System—choosing to Overcome Obstacles, Eliminate Excuses, and Calculate Choices to create a life of impact.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDk10ax-_Po
Losing…