SISTERHOOD WITH PURPOSE FOUNDATION™
Women’s Empowerment Summit
October 3, 2026 | Newton Conference Center, Covington, GA
October 3, 2026 | Newton Conference Center, Covington, GA
Dr. Tanya Williams is a dynamic, purpose driven leader whose influence spans ministry, entrepreneurship, and global women’s empowerment. As the visionary pastor of Impact Global Ministries and former owner of Prosperous Kids Inc., she has mentored and guided countless families with wisdom, compassion, and unwavering faith. Through her signature platforms — The Girlfriends Tea and the Unstoppable Women’s Retreat — Dr. Williams continues to pour into women worldwide, creating spaces where healing, growth, and spiritual transformation flourish.
Renowned for her uplifting presence and her gift for cultivating meaningful, spirit filled experiences, Dr. Williams will serve as the Summit Host – Voice of the Sisterhood Experience. She will usher attendees into an unforgettable atmosphere of connection, celebration, and life changing transformation.
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Nontalie Hodgkinson, PhD is an educator, coach, and encouragement specialist who is passionate about helping people grow through life’s challenges with faith and purpose. With a background in organizational change, strategic leadership, and personal development, she has spent her career helping individuals and teams cultivate stronger connections and clearer intentions.
After navigating a long season of disappointment and uncertainty, Nontalie wanted to share how she overcame fear and doubt by doing a “factory reset” on her faith. Thus, in 2023 she founded Well Lit Soul, a resource for women as they strive to seek God when their faith is low, face darkness with truth, and shine brighter with hope.
Nontalie is passionate about encouraging women by reminding them that we don’t have to have all the answers when God is lighting our path.
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
Founder, Urban Estate Planners LLC | Legacy Planner & Licensed Financial Professional
Dee Carswell, the founder of Urban Estate Planners LLC, is a Legacy Planner and Licensed Financial Professional dedicated to helping families build, protect, and transfer wealth. By educating clients on the mechanics of money and implementing thoughtful long-term strategies, she empowers women and families to take command of their financial lives.
Driven by her company’s motto, “We Should ALL Be Prepared,” Dee specializes in helping busy professionals organize their affairs so their loved ones know exactly what to do, where to go, and who should step in during life’s unexpected moments.
Through practical education on essential tools—including wills, trusts, and beneficiary designations—Dee introduces her signature “In Case Anything Happens to Me” legacy binder. This comprehensive system is designed to help families organize critical information and foster confident decision-making for the future.
Ultimately, Dee encourages women to view estate planning as an act of leadership and love: a way to protect what they have built today while securing a legacy that impacts generations to come.
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
“The Food Police” | Licensed Health & Wellness Coach | Raw Food Chef
Melody Williams, known as The Food Police, is a licensed health and wellness coach and raw food chef who helps people make healthier food choices without guilt, extreme diets, or confusion.
Through engaging and practical talks, Melody empowers audiences to understand food, build sustainable habits, and take realistic steps toward better health. Her message is simple, compassionate, and actionable—meeting people where they are and helping them move forward with confidence.
Melody speaks to workplaces, churches, women’s groups, wellness events, and community organizations, leaving audiences informed, motivated, and encouraged to take control of their health—one choice at a time.
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
LPC-S, NCC | Founder, Insightful Solutions, LLC | Leadership Specialist
Dr. Ursula O. Whitehead is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S), National Certified Counselor (NCC), leadership specialist, and founder of Insightful Solutions, LLC, a counseling, consulting, and coaching practice dedicated to helping individuals experience healing, clarity, and meaningful personal growth.
With more than 30 years of professional experience, Dr. Whitehead brings a powerful blend of emotional restoration, practical strategy, and spiritual alignment to her work. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Southern Mississippi and is certified through the John Maxwell Executive Leadership Program, equipping her to guide women in strengthening their leadership, confidence, and personal effectiveness.
Dr. Whitehead’s career includes extensive service in K-12 education, where she worked as a professional school counselor and administrator in the Stone County School District from 2014–2022. Through Insightful Solutions, she now supports individuals, leaders, and organizations through counseling, consulting, and coaching that empowers people to overcome challenges, discover purpose, and move forward with confidence.
Passionate about helping women live healthier, more balanced lives, Dr. Whitehead equips women with practical tools for setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, managing life’s demands, and embracing personal growth in every season.
Lynn Graves is a purpose-driven leader committed to answering her calling to serve and uplift others. In both her personal and professional life, she brings a unique blend of contagious energy, optimism, and wisdom, guiding individuals toward healthier, more positive, and purpose-filled outcomes.
A natural people-person, Lynn is deeply passionate about helping others navigate life’s challenges and step into personal growth. Her desire to serve is rooted in her own journey, drawing from the support and guidance she once received and now freely gives to others. She finds genuine fulfillment in empowering individuals to move forward with confidence, clarity, and strength.
With over 25 years of experience in Human Resources, Lynn has built a dynamic career across multiple industries, including banking, retail, and higher education. Her professional expertise is grounded in fostering strong relationships, cultivating positive workplace cultures, and supporting individuals in reaching their full potential.
Lynn earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Relations from Point University and is currently pursuing her Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy. Her academic and professional paths align with her deep passion for strengthening individuals, marriages, and families.
Beyond her career, Lynn is actively engaged in her community, volunteering with organizations such as the Atlanta Community Food Bank, United Way, and Helping Mamas. She is dedicated to supporting initiatives that uplift families and create lasting impact.
In her personal time, Lynn enjoys dancing, traveling, and spending quality time with family and friends. Above all, her greatest joy is found in her faith in God and the love she shares with her family and community; these are the foundations that continue to inspire her life and service.