Your Speakers & Facilitators

Taylor J. Banks (LMSW, MDiv) is a therapist and therapeutic coach who provides a safe haven for pastors and industry leaders to heal privately. Her work with industry leaders helps them to cultivate inner peace, increase productivity and income, and improve relational contentment while also gaining skills to manage the stress that comes with the demand of leadership. She is also the creator of the UPROOTED method/course that utilizes a clinical and biblical approach to healing from traumatic experiences. 

Taylor is also the founder of Woman In Pursuit a ministry and movement that positions girls and women for holistic success as they pursue God in purpose, prayer, relationships, health and wealth. Taylor is a graduate of Boston College (BA, 2012) Fordham University (MSW, 2015) and New York Theological Seminary (MDiv, 2016). Taylor currently serves at her local church as an elder under the leadership of Apostle Ronald H. and Dr. Phyllis E. Carter.

Jasmine Brantley is a woman under God chosen as a vessel to shepherd the people of god. She is the steward of Inspire Me Jazzy LLC in which her assignment is to help men and women heal and rebuild their relationships with God, themselves and others. In addition to that, she is the Spiritual Mentor of the Ladies of Inspire Me Jazzy, which is a sisterhood that allows women from all across the world to be refreshed and replenished as they rebuild amongst godly community.  Jasmine is a daughter of THE king, a wife, a mother and the Pastor of Many Nations Assembly, a non 

denominational church that is officially launching in April 2023. 

Ultimately, Jasmine’s desire is for people to be seen, heard, and embraced as they feel the love and heart of Jesus through the vessel that HE has graced her to be.

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Deñayna, a multifaceted individual, who proudly fulfills the roles of devoted Mom, dedicated Educator, Author of Unmasked: Healing the Strong Black Woman, and compassionate Healing and Transformation Coach. Her journey took a transformative turn during a challenging divorce in 2019, where she, as a single mother, grappled with questions about God's love. This crisis became the catalyst for an intense season of awakening, aligning her with truth and a profound sense of belonging in Him. Currently, Deñayna dedicates herself to helping women of faith gently unmask and heal suppressed trauma and fractured aspects of self. Through her guidance, women not only survive but thrive, stepping into the H.E.R. they were destined to be.

Minsiter Kiyaana Cox Jones is an anointed powerhouse who empowers and defies the limits of cultures, genders, socioeconomics, age, and race. Kiyaana bridges the gap between the Gospel and the Arts with her interactive Spiritual & Restorative Healing Theatre. Kiyaana is a distinguished social scientist and restorative practitioner committed to fostering intrapersonal and collective healing. With her extensive academic background and unwavering dedication to holistic well-being, Kiyaana brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our event today.

Having completed her undergraduate studies at Howard University, Kiyaana developed a profound understanding of social dynamics and human behavior. This served as the foundation for her journey into the field of restorative practices. Building upon this solid groundwork, Kiyaana continued her education at the International Institute for Restorative Practices (IIRP), immersing herself in the transformative power of restorative practices in facilitating healing and reconciliation.

As a minister, she teaches overcoming adversity, discovering one's purpose, and answering the call to activate your gift. She is a student of the Word of God. As a hope coach, Kiyaana is deeply committed to creating brave spaces where individuals and communities can explore their vulnerabilities and strengths with courage and compassion. Guided by principles of compassionate listening, self-awareness, and social consciousness, she empowers others to tap into their inner resilience and navigate life's challenges with grace.

With a focus on spiritual growth and the transformative power of healing, Kiyaana is poised to inspire, uplift, and empowerment.

Danyale Woods is known to many as a powerhouse anointed for such a time as this. As the "Praying Principal", she ushers people (in and out of the classroom) into God's transformative presence. Essentially, Danyale serves as a Prophetess, Prayer Warrior, Preacher, and Principal. She is a servant leader who is committed to activating the Kingdom of God on Earth through servitude. Her mantra is: God is going to get the glory out of THIS!  Danyale is also an International Public Speaker, Education Consultant and Elementary School Educator who has taught for over 20 years. Her gift of teaching has taken her to South Africa and opened doors to facilitate multiple trainings for Chicago Public Schools and nonsecular school systems within the U.S. She has won state and national awards for her contributions to education, and was featured on WGN TV in 2022 as a finalist for their remarkable women contest. ​​​As an anointed mother and wife, Danyale is blessed to serve her family: four children, one daughter-in-love and her husband of 25 years. She is dedicated to bringing God glory in every aspect of her life. She is a witness that empowered people - empower people.

Dr. Angela Roman Clack is a distinguished licensed psychotherapist and the esteemed CEO of Clack Associates, LLC, a premier private practice outpatient counseling agency located in Southern New Jersey. With an impressive career spanning over three decades, Dr. Clack has dedicated herself to the mental health field, leaving an indelible mark through her expertise and passion. Renowned for her multifaceted abilities, Dr. Clack

excels in teaching, supervising, coaching, and providing training across various domains related to adults, youth and their families grappling with

mental illness. A true advocate for destigmatizing mental health treatment in communities of color, she has become a catalyst for positive change. Furthermore, she has made it a priority to deeply understand and cater to the self-care needs of the women she works with in her practice as well as in her own life! Dr. Clack's commitment to mental health and wellness is evident in her extensive public speaking engagements. Her dynamic presence has graced community events, radio and internet shows, women's empowerment groups, panel discussions, as well as church and school settings. As a published author, Dr. Clack further solidifies her contribution to the field with the insightful "Women of Color Talk: Psychological Narratives on Trauma and Depression" (2018). This groundbreaking work reflects her dedication to amplifying diverse voices and narratives in the realm of mental health. She is a 2023 Recipient of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business program and a 2023 Gold Star Award, “The Light We Carry,” for Mental Health Advocacy.