Women Mean Business
The 10th annual 2019 Conference at Southeastern Louisiana University’s Student Union Grand Ballroom was the largest ever conference for this elite group of business women. The Conference was presented by Push Design Group.
Among the elite guest speakers was Northshore Motivational Keynote Speaker, Emmy Award-winning journalist, Author and owner of Pierre Principle Communication, Monica Pierre. Pierre has published two books, both of which she drew her inspiration from. When she talked about one book, I found My Soul in a Sweet Potato Patch, Pierre took guests through the planting and growing season that helps turn our dreams into reality. She talked in depth on how to face the rough patches that life often presents and reap them into a plentiful, rich harvest.
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Other speakers such as twenty-five-year old cancer survivor, Courtney Elmer, who has made it her mission to inspire and show female entrepreneurs how to succeed and simplify their lives simultaneously. Elmer is a private coach, who offers online courses, exclusive retreats, and public appearances. Elmer’s reality of facing a cancer diagnosis motivated her to live a more vibrant and fulfilling life without feeling so stressed and overwhelmed. She brings her message with her motto, “Live More, Stress Less”.
Dr. Denise Rollette is a wellness chiropractor in Hammond, La who specializes in maternity, pediatric care, and family. Dr. Rollette delivered her message with that of caution about what women put into their bodies. She encouraged the women attending to take care of their bodies with more nourishment and less medicine. Along with Becky Batiste, MD, Ms, they took questions presented by the guests in the audience. Questions included how best to handle stress in the work force. Both women answered similarly, most with diet and exercise. Dr. Rollette emphasized, “Eat more protein, grains and drink lots of water”.
Mental health was supported and presented by Pamela B. Deters, PhD., M.P. Deters is an advanced practice medical psychologist as well as clinical psychologist in Louisiana. Dr. Deters handles everything from psychotropic medication management to forensic evaluations. She spoke of the importance of noticing mental stress and illness that can come from being too stressed in the work and home environment.
Lunch was served to guests who were encouraged to talk to one another and ask one another how they were doing. All women were urged to look after one another and to sincerely look out for each other in the world. The conference gave each woman who attended a renewed spirted, respect for one another and inspiration to carry with them into the world.
