CL Corporate Sponsors 2015

We simply could not deliver the kind of excellence and quality that we demand without the support of our corporate sponsors. Their contribution affords us an opportunity to offer high quality events without breaking the bank for our members. We strive to build corporate relationships that share our commitment to empowering and supporting women who love women. Many thanks to our 2015 Corporate Sponsors.

Sincerely,
Imani Evans & SharRon Jamison
Founders, Create Love for Women Who Love Women



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Exquisite Living Vacations is a premier travel agency developed by Stephanie Downer RN, BSN, and her wife Alicia.  Travel is tremendously fun but spending quality time together brought many stares and a disengagement of public displays of affection.  My wife and I began to educate ourselves in gay friendly destinations where we can be ourselves.  We decided we wanted to help the LGBT community feel as comfortable as we do now when we travel.  We specialize in alternative lifestyle, adult only destinations for those who seek carefree environments.  Choose Exquisite Living for your ultimate destinations, cruising, air, hotel, and tour needs.  We can also help you plan your special wedding at LGBT friendly states, islands, and countries around the world.  Live free and choose Exquisite Living Vacations, because you deserve to live.

Alicia and Stephanie Downer
Exquisite Living Vacations
302-376-8383



MyShoeDiva.com was birthed from the love and passion of women’s footwear by Wendy Smith.  Wendy’s passion for women’s shoes ignited early on in childhood. Her fascination for stilettos often led her to playing dress up as a child. Wendy launched Joln’a Shoes (named after her big sister) in 2003.  She held shoe parties for friends and church members. The company grew through word of mouth. As the years progressed so did the company and it’s concepts, giving birth to MyShoeDiva.com. The world wide web changed things slightly. The parties were and still are a hit but in this world of technology people began requiring a website, not just an informational website but a site where shoes could be purchased. While the shoe parties are still a hit, the company also hosts footwear trunk shows with area boutiques, salons, and event centers. What makes MyShoeDiva.com different is that a portion of proceeds from every shoe sold is donated to a not for profit organization.

Wendy Smith, Founder
                   
         
While you have been waiting for your wedding to come, your day has been waiting for you. Your wedding is an event that comes once in a lifetime; so, it should be celebrated!
 
I am the CEO of We Have Been Waiting Wedding Services, a former Army soldier, and an ordained minister. My leading roles in this production of my life include mother, wife, life coach, lesbian, and philanthropist.

 I became an ordained minister in August 2009 in Boston, MA; and, I began performing wedding ceremonies in January 2010. When I first began performing ceremonies, less than 10% of the states allowed same-sex marriage.  As the marriage equality fight began to grow, I watched as each state lifted their same-sex marriage bans. In May 2014, I was newly engaged and decided it was time to relocate back home to Oklahoma City. While I loved coming home with my family, I really missed working with couples in planning their ceremonies, preparing for their newly married lives, and just offering encouragement during those trying moments all couples have. 

On October 6, the Oklahoma same-sex marriage ban was lifted and I remember the rush of emotions that I felt as I heard my fiancĂ© say those words "It is legal. Let's get married. We have been waiting for this.” Even though we were engaged, my wife didn't want to get married until it would be legal in our home state. I thought to myself, yes, we have been waiting. That is how the idea of We Have Been Waiting Officiant Services was born.

 My focus at We Have Been Waiting Officiant Services is to help you design a ceremony as unique as your relationship.  Your vows are the most important part of your entire wedding; and, I want to help you to find your voice as a couple.

My ultimate goal is to help couples create solid foundations beyond the wedding because weddings are a date; but marriages are a lifetime.
  Rev. Benae Ingram



Jus-So is one of the Official Sponsors for the Georgia State University Panthers, Member and Caterer for American Red Cross Peachtree Business Council and Preferred Caterer at several venues in the Atlanta Metro area.

Jus-So is a full service catering and event planning company based in Decatur, GA. Let us turn your vision into a reality. Jus-So specializes in weddings, corporate functions, private dinners, fundraisers, open houses, cocktail receptions, bar mitzvahs, and theme parties.  We offer a variety of delectable foods to include vegetarian options and other special dietary requirements.  Our knowledgeable staff listens to your needs, producing a unique event that will exceed your expectations and allow you to relax and enjoy your event without lifting a finger.

We are licensed, insured and have membership with the National Association of Catering Executives (NACE). We invite you to enjoy the experience and culinary adventure!
Janice Johnson
http://www.jus-so.com/        
CJ has been involved in the community in the Greater Atlanta area for over 20 years. She works with many organizations such as The 100 Studs of Atlanta, The 100 Extraordinary Femmes of Atlanta, Aid Atlanta, Fulton County Department of Health and Wellness, Georgia Equality, GA Greater Than AIDS, Habitat for Humanity, Hope for the Soul of Emory University, Human Rights Campaign, In the Life Atlanta, Life Forward of Emory University, The National Action Network founded by Rev. Al Sharpton, Positive Impact, and Stand Inc. just to name a few.  

A true entrepreneur, CJ also has an event management company, Blue Diamond Entertainment Inc., which produces and hosts “Quality Events for Mature Women In The Life.” It is through her company that she is able to touch the lives of thousands of women and also some men who identify as lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, and/or transgender (LGBT). It is those in the LGBT community that find refuge in the events that bring same-gender loving people together in peace.  CJ has also served as a Student Advisor at Clark Atlanta University for the IAME Student Organization which was created to establish “Safe Zones” for LGBT students and straight alliances within the Atlanta University Center. Each year for Atlanta Pride Weekend her company hosts a weekend of events with a full itinerary for mature women who love mature women called PRIDE25 from September 4-7, 2015.

CJ discovered the love of God at a young age.  Her second father, Rev. Dr. Byron Grayson reinforced her religious beliefs as the pastor of St. Jude A.M.E Church.  Her family affirmed her worth and value in the world and it is her life mission to do the same for other LGBT people, especially youth. She is able to have a profound impact within the community as a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church, an ordained Deacon of the Gospel for the last 5 years, the Director of the Children’s Usher Board, and the Chaplin of the Adult Usher Board. She was appointed Chairman of The Deacons Board in January of 2015.

CJ strives to encourage others especially young people.  To make a positive difference in a young person’s life is a great success.  CJ motto is “Don’t wait for things to change…be the difference that makes the change.” 

CJ Jones, MBA
Blue Diamond Entertainment
"Quality Events for Mature Women In the Life"
Loving the life I live...living the life I love!

Empowered Squared was founded by Professional Speaker, Empowerment Coach and Author, Imani Evans.  Empowered Squared offers Imani’s coaching clients a gateway to her innovative Barrier Breakthrough Experience ™ that has to the power to change your life!
The Barrier Breakthrough Experience ™ is a compelling and effective coaching system, developed by Imani Evans via more than 24 years in the personal empowerment industry. Through years of working with people who were struggling in various dis-empowering circumstances (addictions, homelessness, anger/rage, abuse, trauma, fear, cancer, depression and more), she saw a common thread in the barriers that kept them stuck in lack and limitation, regardless of the form of dis-ease, or dis-comfort in which it manifested. Her BBE system exposes and unravels those barriers, so that her clients can break-free of whatever is holding them back.
There are things that hold you back and keep you stuck in a mind-numbing cycle of wanting, but never manifesting. You will recognize it as that place of being "close, but not quite". To say it is frustrating is an understatement. Right? Well, the BBE is designed to get you over that hurdle with solid tools that work... when you work them! There are visionaries on the precipice of living the dream, but can't seem to make it happen. There are artists and creatives who visualize a life of creating for a living, but are stuck in a rut of sacrifice with no results. There are entrepreneurs who are ready to give their gift to the world and step out on faith, but never do so because fear is paralyzing them into inaction and under-functioning.
If this sounds like YOU...It is time for a Breakthrough!
CONTACT: Imani Evans, MA, CLC
yourcoach@imanievans.com * 404.944.6409
Twitter: @ImaniPower

              


 SharRon Jamison,  The Jamison Group LLC

SharRon Jamison has been teaching principles of love and self-empowerment for more than 25 years. As an entrepreneur, author, speaker, facilitator, and life strategist, SharRon has empowered thousands to live courageously and to manifest their dreams.

Her career journey has taken her from owning a fitness studio to managing multimillion dollar accounts for an international biopharmaceutical firm. Most recently, she established The Jamison Group, a leadership training and development company specializing in personal transformation, group effectiveness and relational healing.

Her professional accomplishments, humorous wit and relatable style bring her to audiences ranging from corporate executives to religious groups.  She is a proven motivator and dares people to Soar Higher in their personal and professional lives.

SharRon is a sought-after life strategist and has developed life-changing programs that have helped her clients realize their untapped potential, heal past hurts, overcome self-limiting beliefs, and cultivate emotional resilience.

She holds a BA from Hampton University and a MBA from Nova Southeastern University; and is currently pursuing her Masters of Divinity degree at the Interdenominational Center in Atlanta, Georgia.  She also serves as a minister at the Victory for the World Church in Stone Mountain, Georgia.

She is the author of I Can Depend On Me. Her newest book, I Have Learned A Few Things is scheduled to be released in February 2015.
CONTACT: SharRon@SharRonJamison.com
tel: 1-877-296-4732
Facebook: SharRon Jamison
Twitter: @SharRonJamison


Now we can accept your sponsorship payment right here in increments of $100.00. For other amounts please contact the Create Love Team at 404.944.6409. Thank you so much for your continued support!


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