What is Women's History Month?

(This section is sourced from Women's History Month Site)

The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history.

About Women's History Month

Women’s History Month had its origins as a national celebration in 1981 when Congress passed Pub. L. 97-28 which authorized and requested the President to proclaim the week beginning March 7, 1982 as “Women’s History Week.” Throughout the next five years, Congress continued to pass joint resolutions designating a week in March as “Women’s History Week.” In 1987 after being petitioned by the National Women’s History Project, Congress passed Pub. L. 100-9 which designated the month of March 1987 as “Women’s History Month.” Between 1988 and 1994, Congress passed additional resolutions requesting and authorizing the President to proclaim March of each year as Women’s History Month. Since 1995, presidents have issued a series of annual proclamations designating the month of March as “Women’s History Month.” These proclamations celebrate the contributions women have made to the United States and recognize the specific achievements women have made over the course of American history in a variety of fields.

SAVVY Media Group, Inc.®, SAVVY Business Magazine™, & Podcast™ is celebrating women during Women's History Month (March) by publishing a special edition titled "Changing Executive Opportunites - CEO". Melissa Ambers is the Owner & Founder of SAVVY Media Group, Inc.®, SAVVY Business Magazine™, & Podcast™ and as a woman of color that has worked for various Fortune 500 companies and has experienced a lack of support for women in the workplace.

The Celebration

In honor of women in leadership roles and the support of other women striving to increase the number of women in leadership. It's no secret that women have been overlooked and ignored, but we are solicited for information for someone else to look good.

In 2023, we would think it would be different, but as I stand here today along with many other women, it is a constant fight.

The moment that God said to take it further. Melissa has been pushed to go beyond a Special Edition magazine. During the process of creating, recording, & be innovative the journey seems deeper than she thought she could go. There is nothing too great that we can not handle if God said it will happen. Well, this is what has happened and it was the opportunity for women to connect and have real conversations.

Hence the "Seeds of Empowerment" was born. The Seeds of Empowerment (Sponsor, Exclusive, Equity, Diversity, & Servant) is a declaration for continued growth and Women Breaking Barriers. Thank you to our sponsors Esther's Private Venue & Elite Beverage International.

We are excited to work on this project and to celebrate some ladies. Of course, this is nowhere near half of the ladies globally that deserve the recognition of their accomplishments. All we ask is that you do the same a support women during Women's History Month (March 2023)

The Participants

We reached out to these ladies to have a quick chat about their journey and a message to encourage others. Each one of these "Fireside Chats" will be published during the month of February. Be sure you stay tuned for the release date for each one of these ladies. All "Fireside Chats" will be streamed on our YouTube Channel (click button below to subscribe).

Dr. Elizabeth Carter has gathered some women in this anthology to write letters to corporate sisters, to share their stories, and to know if they keep pushing they will get their destination. As these ladies are sharing their stories it shows that it was not easy and their hand is reaching back to help their sisters up the ladder.

With over 20 years of professional experience, Shantera L. Chatman, MBA, has become a successful Global Culture Strategist and community leader. Shantera graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Information & Operations Management. As a Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Alum, she is noted for her significant leadership accomplishments with her clients and founding The Chatman Women's Foundation in Houston, Texas.

Lucia has always been a very active member of her community and has forged great relationships personally and professionally. As a Past Chairman of the North Channel Area Chamber of Commerce, she received numerous accolades as a three time Ambassador of the year, Committee Member of the Year and the Dr. Ed Lehr Chairman's Award. As the President of her home owners association, she along with the remainder of the Board, mediated and enforced articles and bylaws for the home ownership and management of the subdivision.

Jeff Heggie is an entrepreneur and success coach with a passion for helping others achieve their biggest dreams. Jeff teaches people to become optimal performing entrepreneurs. He starts with a focus on mindset. Taking his client and their business to the next level always begins with the right mindset.

Dr. h.c. Michaelene Holder-March, PHD Candidate RN, RM, LLB (Hons), MSc IAEM, FCMi, FInstAM, FInstLM is located in the United Kingdom and is well known globally in the Health Industry. She is also the Founder of Leaders of Health & Tech, Caribbean Global Awards, MHM Health Consultancy, BAME Health Collaborative, & sits on many boards.

PositiveHire aims to reduce the number of women of color leaving their STEM careers. How? By partnering with employers who understand the value of a truly diverse workforce, have created places of belonging and address culture issues from the top down.

Letters to My Corporate Sisters Podcast with Dr Elizabeth Carter, PhD, Dr. SaundraWilliams, & Rebekah Ratliff

Sponsors

Sponsorship opportunities are available.

We have sponsorship opportunities available to enhance the message and the celebration of women in leadership roles. All interested sponsors, send an email to melissa@smginc.biz.

Thank you for taking the time to scroll through the media kit for the special edition "Changing Executive Opportunities-CEO" and all Fireside Chats.

For any inquiries send an email to melissa@smginc.biz.