Jacquetta Green: Entrepreneur • Author • Visionary • Trailblazer The Business Behind the Brand Jacquetta Green is more than an entrepreneur—she is a visionary who has transformed her passion for beauty, creativity, education, and empowerment into a growing business legacy. From the Inland Empire to the world, Green is building brands that inspire confidence, create opportunities, celebrate talent, and lay the foundation for generational wealth. With a powerful portfolio spann

There's a particular kind of educator who doesn't just teach the curriculum — she rewrites the pipeline. Adonica Jones-Parks, EdD, is that kind of leader. As the Career Technical Education (CTE) Coordinator for Winton Woods City Schools in Cincinnati, Ohio, she's spent the past year doing something deceptively simple to describe and remarkably hard to execute: connecting what students learn in a classroom to what employers actually need on day one. In just one year in the rol

Long before Kayley Laverna Bryant-Vaughn knew exactly where her dreams would take her, her mother gave her a message that would help shape the way she saw herself and the world around her: Plus-size girls can do or be anything. Kayley, affectionately known as Ms. Kay, believed her. Now 19, the St. Louis native has spent much of her young life proving just how many possibilities can fit inside one dream. She has explored dance, modeling, fashion design, DJing and pageantry, b

Rhonda Wilson: Choosing Joy, Freedom, and Purpose at Any Age There comes a moment in some lives when everything changes—not because circumstances suddenly become easier, but because a person decides they will no longer allow others to define who they are. For Rhonda Wilson, that moment became the beginning of a life built on freedom, purpose, and love. Today, Rhonda stands as an example for women and young girls everywhere, proving that dreams have no expiration date. "I want

When I began to think of a title for this edition of SitiGirl Midwest, I took an introspective look at my life for the last 24 months. When I relocated back to my hometown in in July of 2024, I was broken, ashamed and lost. I was broken by life, ashamed that I was broken and lost because I had no idea how to start again. I wasn't even sure I had the will to start again. To believe and dream again but there is hope even in your wilderness season. This season is not meant to

For Tracy Orbin, service is more than a career—it's a calling shaped by compassion, resilience, and an unwavering belief that every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive. Whether working in nonprofit leadership, education, real estate, or community advocacy, Tracy has dedicated her life to connecting people with the resources, support, and opportunities that create lasting change. Based in West Lafayette, Indiana, Tracy serves individuals and families throughout Tipp

Some stars begin shining from the very start, and Brylie Royalty Douglas is one of them. At just two years old, Brylie has already captured hearts with her joyful spirit, larger-than-life personality, and unmistakable sparkle. Born a miracle preemie at 37 weeks weighing only 4 pounds, 9 ounces due to preeclampsia, she entered the world as a tiny fighter. Today, she continues to prove that even the smallest beginnings can lead to extraordinary journeys. Affectionately known as

For Ariana Johnson, the runway has never been just about fashion—it's been a platform for purpose. As a professional plus-size model, licensed social worker, mental health therapist, and advocate, she has dedicated her life to empowering others through visibility, compassion, and meaningful service. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Ariana has graced the runway for numerous fashion productions, including the Touched By Grace Cancer Awareness Fashion Show, Pretty in Pink Breast Cancer