Face to Face

On this segment we have Patrina Hall, business development manager for Kenra Professional hair care company. Patrina is not only a classically trained ballerina, but also holds experience in education before she began her journey in sales. From her education and background in the arts, she shares with us her personal hair  journey that influences her passion for beauty, her experience as a Black woman in professional hair care and gives us a sneak peak into the new developments Kenra is making with an effort to support holistic diversity in professional hair care. 

In a two part series we have an exciting conversation with Shaylynn Hespeth, a history teacher and Dayton native dedicated to educating students and engaging them with the stories of our past, present, and future. As the story of the pandemic is being written in real time for the first time, Shaylynn gives us a peak into her classroom, tips for structuring the remote learning experience, and support for parents and teachers as we begin to reopen our education system and adapt to our 'new normal.'

In this two part series we have an exciting conversation with Shaylynn Hespeth, a history teacher and Dayton native dedicated to educating students and engaging them with the stories of our past, present, and future. As the story of the pandemic is being written in real time for the first time, Shaylynn gives us a peak into her classroom, tips for structuring the remote learning experience, and support for parents and teachers as we begin to reopen our education system and adapt to our 'new normal.'

If you're thinking about making some changes and considering moving to a new location, check out this candid Conversation on choosing a new city, expectations, planning and preparations, and adjusting to your new normal. Myia and Jordan have both recently moved to Texas and encourage us to trust ourselves, commit to our goals and step out on FAITH!

Welcome, and thank you for tuning into Face to Face podcast hosted by me, Rheja Taylor, an art and beauty enthusiast and advocate for Black women's health and well-being. This podcast was created to highlight the narratives of Black women as we navigate the world from a unique perspective and individual experience. Leadership, Education, Expression, Beauty, Success and Challenges. Face to Face validates Black girls stories, experiences and emotions. Everyone has a story, and our storytelling is on us. Join the conversation, I'm interested in your thoughts and don't forget to like, rate, comment and subscribe to Face to Face podcast. This podcast is available on all streaming platforms including Apple, Spotify and Anchor.

On this episode we have the opportunity to chat with one of my best friends, Derricka Bruce, about her journey through being a new mommy. She encourages new moms to get connected with their community and take their Journey day by day. 

This episode explores the personal leadership story of Juanita Darden, educator and business owner of Third Perk Coffee House and Wine Bar. She demonstrates how representation impacts the city of Dayton and candidly shares her experience with staying faithful and challenging yourself to create and take up space for your dreams. 

This episode explores the personal leadership story of Tiffany Taylor Smith, the Executive Director for Inclusive Excellence at University of Dayton and champion for diversity education. From business corporate to higher education, we explore a lesson in communication as she challenges herself and others to have tough conversations and embrace differences. 

This episode explores the personal leadership story of Dr. Karen Townsend, CEO of KTownsend Consulting, and leadership Pioneer of the 'Sister to Sister Conference,' one of the longest running women's conferences in America. Her personal commitment to self authorship sits at the core of her journey as we dive deeper into her experience as an entrepreneur and advocate for women's health and well-being.

This episode explores the personal leadership story of Dr. Denise James, the Director of the Women and Gender studies program at University of Dayton, a philosopher and Black feminist change agent. Through her witty story telling and reflection we had the opportunity to talk through early accounts of her leadership lessons and experience with being a Black woman in Academia and what that means for her personal and professional development.