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Onward & Upward with Leslie E. Royal Season 2 Summary

Peruse this enlightening, interactive Onward & Upward with Leslie E. Royal Season 2 summary. It features great images designed by Ashro's graphic designer and click the links to watch intriguing videos with the ladies in their natural element. You can get to know the magnificent ladies further by clicking on links to their websites, social media pages, and other mediums spotlighting their most recent accolades.

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Women’s Health Month: A Time to Rise as Well Black Women!

May is National Women's Health Month. Making the commitment to live as WELL BLACK WOMEN has never been more important. As we continue to navigate and recover from the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, we know that Black women have been hard hit. It’s time to emerge stronger than ever as WELL BLACK WOMEN!

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Angela Medearis Live on Ashro’s Facebook!

Angela Medearis appeared on Ashro’s Facebook for a few Live Chats! She's covered facets of health from her abundant experiences as a well-known speaker, recipe creator, culinary historian, and author.

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Ashro Woman: Renae W.

Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Renea W. from Garfield Heights, OH Renae has always had an appreciation for fashion and style—something her mother modeled to her growing up. "My mom was one of the best dressed women I’ve ever known."

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Share With Us About Your Wellness Journey

Lisa and Alia from The Foundation for Black Women’s Wellness want to hear about your health & wellness journey. Share with us!

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Onward & Upward: S2:E12 Angela Shelf Medearis, The Kitchen Diva!

One Such Outstanding Woman is Angela Shelf-Medearis, President of Diva Productions, Inc.. Thanks so much to Angela for joining us for Season 2 of Onward & Upward with Leslie E. Royal, brought to you by Ashro. Watch S2:E12: Exploring Culinary History with The Kitchen Diva now

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Ashro Woman: Dorothy S.

Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Dorothy S. from Berwyn, IL This talented woman has a heart of gold—and a gift for sewing. Looking pretty is fun for Dorothy. Sometimes she'll dress up just to sit in her backyard and admire her flower garden.

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Shapewear: Dress Before You Dress

We’ll give you the skinny on shapers, camis, bodysuits and booty boosters—and show you how Janet, Leslie & Tabitha rocked it all!

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Onward & Upward: S2:E11 Arlene Brooks

One Such Outstanding Woman is Arlene Brooks, Owner & Operator of Coffee Speaks N Tea Talks. Thanks so much to Arlene for joining us for Season 2 of Onward & Upward with Leslie E. Royal, brought to you by Ashro. Watch S2:E11: Presenting Coffee Speaks N Tea Talks now.

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Ashro Woman: Angela M.

Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Angela M. from Austin, TX To Angela, Diva means “Divinely Inspired, Victorious and Accomplished through Christ.” Angela lives this out every day—all the way. “I'm passionate about my love for the Lord, my Christian faith, my husband and family.” She is also passionate about helping others, cooking, and her craft of writing and storytelling.

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Sharon Grant, smiling, discusses stress management in a colorful promotional graphic for her show "Onward & Upward."

Onward & Upward: S2:E10 Sharon Grant, LPC, CAADC

One Such Outstanding Woman is Sharon Grant, LPC, CAADC, Founder & CEO of Oasis of Serenity Counseling & Consulting Services. Thanks so much to Sharon for joining us for Season 2 of Onward & Upward with Leslie E. Royal, brought to you by Ashro. Watch S2:E10: Managing the Stressors in Life now.

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Ashro Woman: Brandy G.

Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Brandy G. from Rockford, IL Pay attention, Ladies. This young business owner and mother of two started her business out of her book bag! Today Brandy's Candies is a brick-and-mortar building located in downtown Rockford, IL., and it's been going strong for four years.

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African Headwraps 101: A Powerful Accessory

Here’s the why, how, and what about headwraps! Take a look at this comprehensive overview.

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It’s Time to Demand Action to Save Black Mothers & Babies

Black Maternal and Child Health in the United States is in a State of Emergency. April is Minority Health Month and home to national Black Maternal and Child Health Week which is observed each year from April 11-17th. This is a critical time to talk about a pressing issue that deserves our immediate attention - the health of Black mothers and babies.

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Extend Your Style [Lookbook]

When you style Ashro fashions with your own wardrobe, magic happens. Self expression happens. We’ve turned to some of our models, customers, an influencer and our favorite customer service rep to see how it’s done.

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Onward & Upward: S2:E9 Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche

One Such Outstanding Woman is Tiffany "The Budgetnista" Aliche, Professional Model, Personal Finance Expert and Author of Get Good with Money. Thanks so much to Tiffany for joining us for Season 2 of Onward & Upward with Leslie E. Royal, brought to you by Ashro. Watch S2:E9: Living Richer and Building Legacies with The Budgetnista now.

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Ashro Woman: Lola N.

Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Lola from Charlotte, North Carolina What are Lola’s 3 loves? Faith, Family...and of course, Fashion!

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Onward & Upward: S2:E8 Sharaun

One Such Outstanding Woman is Sharaun, Professional Model, Wellness Practitioner, Founder of ServeUp Inc and Model Tribe. Thanks so much to Sharaun for joining us for Season 2 of Onward & Upward with Leslie E. Royal, brought to you by Ashro. Watch S2:E8 Having an Extraordinary Spirit of Giving and Being.

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Ashro Woman: Pamela S.

Meet Ashro Woman of the Week, Pamela S. from Milledgeville, GA This beautiful wife, mother and grandmother is also an author, businesswoman, and caseworker for the state of Georgia! All of these things flow from her faith as a born-again Christian. "I love helping people, especially children."

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Dr. Johnecia L. Mason, educator and nonprofit creator, featured on "Onward & Upward" discussing education's impact.

Onward & Upward: S2:E7 Dr. Johnecia Mason

One Such Outstanding Woman is Dr. Johnecia L. Mason, Educator, College Professor & Creator of Rodney's Gift Nonprofit. Thanks so much to Dr. Johnecia for joining us for Season 2 of Onward & Upward with Leslie E. Royal, brought to you by Ashro. Watch S2:E7 Realizing the Gift of Education.

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