Ashro Woman of the Week, Jacqueline F. from Philadelphia, PA. “My greatest struggle was when the pandemic first hit.” As a certified nursing assistant working in a hospital, Jacqueline has cared for her patients physically, emotionally and even spiritually: COVID patients, elderly patients and suicide patients.
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Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Vanessa H. from Jacksonville, FL. “I embody The Ashro Woman every day in my salon studio.” Vanessa, seasoned Master Hair Stylist AND veteran of the Airforce National Guard, sees The Ashro Woman as one who "exudes strength even in weakness—and times of uncertainty.
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Tameka P. from Goldsboro, NC. A pastor AND a first lady, Tameka has always had faith in God—whether the living was easy or difficult. Thankfully, Tameka is no stranger to putting family first. She considers it a triumph to be able to care for her parents and her husband's mother...and a blessing to have raised her niece and nephew.
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Nekisha C. from Atlanta, GA Pastor Nekisha is a woman of many titles, and she wears them all with grace. She is Wife, Mother of 6, Pastor, First Lady, Career Woman and Law Student! God is at the very center of her being and her life. “I have been speaking to the Lord since I was a child. I never knew that one day I would Pastor and lead others in the ways of the Lord. It really is one of my greatest gifts.”
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Shara M. from Jacksonville, FL. Shara describes herself as “fierce, full-figured and fabulous.” As a certified business, lifestyle coach and SHE-EO of her own nonprofit, we would also add the words, generous, tenacious, accomplished and visionary.
Meet Reta M. from Evergreen, AL. A pillar of courage, strength and intellectual curiosity, Reta is both a retired war veteran and retired correctional officer. She has a bachelor’s degree in criminal science and a deep love for the military and criminal justice.
Meet Bobbi S. from Jacksonville, FL. Classy but sassy, Bobbi is a wife, mother, author and retired educator who loves jazz, overseas travel and writing.
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, DaVesa B. from Granite City, IL Faith-filled and empowered, DaVesa Brown is a minister's wife, mother and jewelry entrepreneur who also works at a non-profit community outreach organization.
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, D'Ann J. from Covington, GA As a pastor AND a pastor's wife, D'Ann shares both marriage and ministry with her husband. This was not planned. In fact, D'Ann says, "Being the First Lady is proof of God's sense of humor...I specifically told Him that I did not want to marry a pastor."
Meet Kelli Ferrell from Atlanta, GA Owner of Nana's Chicken-N-Waffles, Kelli is also an author, celebrity chef and mom to 5 beautiful daughters! "My greatest gift is being a mother! My house gets very crazy with 5 daughters, but I wouldn't ask for anything different. It's like having a bunch of mini me's (sometimes it's good and sometimes...LOL)."
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Karen P. from Glendale, WI Not only has Karen invested in family, she has also invested in herself—in her growth and development. She is a retired insurance specialist, a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha and an author. She is proud of the fact that she has published a book of poetry and earned her Master’s degree. Go Karen!
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Monique P. from Bradenton, FL Monique is a US Navy veteran, mother, and small business owner who has not always had it easy. In fact, she once spent two months as a working homeless mother.
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Francesca T. from Detroit, MI This brave, beautiful woman has been through trials that could have killed and broken her. "God is the reason I’ve lived and survived." Francesca has chosen to be “an example and testimony of His power."
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Afiya C. from Bossier City, LA This beautiful wife, mother and assistant principal is both confident and humble. No stranger to adversity, she was raised by her father after her mother's death and recently struggled through and survived COVID-19.
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Afiya C. from Bossier City, LA This beautiful wife, mother and assistant principal is both confident and humble. No stranger to adversity, she was raised by her father after her mother's death and recently struggled through and survived COVID-19.
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Susan T. from Toledo, OH This beautiful people-person is a Walmart greeter, a natural hair model and a true overcomer. Even though she suffered abuse as a child, she triumphed as a mother: giving the love and care she didn't always get—and forgiving those who hurt her.
Meet Woman of the Week, Wanda from Winterhaven FL! Wanda knows who she is, where she’s been and where she’s going. We love her confidence and her ALL-IN energy (and we think you will too)!
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Angela from Bossier, Louisiana! Her best advice? "Love a lot, worry a little and enjoy the journey!"
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Meet Keziah L. from Jacksonville, FL Here's a woman who knows how to embrace life! From her faith...to her drive...to her love of simple pleasures, Keziah makes the most of ALL her moments. She is a mother and grandmother, a pastor, a high-level administrator and a style maven!
Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Laura L. from Columbus, GA Laura has faced adversity and beat it—over and over again. "My life has often been filled with struggle, but that has resulted in enormous strength of faith for me. I joke with friends sometimes that I live on a cliff, but in His presence." Faith and life challenges started early for Laura.
