God gave me a vision of diverse business women, whether in the home or outside of the home, working together -- Sharing their God given talents to encourage, teach, inspire and support each other in personal growth and in resources. My desire is to encourage and strengthen the whole woman -- in exhortation, higher learning opportunities and in resources. This Summit will provide women with an opportunity to promote their business and share their creative ideas.

David Porter
Owner of Farmers Insurance

 

David Porter and his wife, Lauren, reside in Birmingham, Alabama where David is the owner of a thriving Farmers Insurance Agency. David has multiple college degrees and extensive post-graduate training in insurance and financial services and has worked in the industry for over eighteen years. David’s agency has been consistently recognized as an industry leader through multiple national (five Agent of the Year awards) and international honors (selection to Million Dollar Round Table). But what gives David the most satisfaction is knowing he has been successful helping others meet their financial goals and dreams. In the ever-changing world of insurance and financial planning, David works diligently through continuing education to remain current on new products and services.

David Porter’s book Juror Number One and the Alternate Retirement Plan, intends to continue what he does daily - educate the general public and give insight into the often-confusing world of financial services. Written in a fun and humorous way, subjects such as Mutual Funds, IRAs, 401k plans, Life Insurance, Stocks and Bonds are explored and explained. David is also the published author of the Christian fiction novel, Five Minutes to Live.

Abbey Frazier
Professional Recruiter

Hi! I’m Abbey Frazier. I live in Hoover, AL with my husband J.T., son Judah, and French Bulldog, Gentry. I work part time as a Professional Recruiter for a local staffing firm, and full time as a boy mom. I’ve led multiple small groups focusing on Freedom in Christ, and what Christianity was meant to look like in a fallen, technology filled world. I’m passionate about identity in Christ, divine healing, pain-free childbirth, and living consistently. Thank you for joining me on this journey of faith!

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With a smile that brightens the room, Montiqua has a heart for people and an undeniable ability to connect.
A native of Birmingham, AL., she was educated in the Birmingham City school system.  She obtained her BA in Communication and Speech from the University of Montevallo.  She holds a MSHRM from Webster University and has a certification in Training and Development from the University of Alabama.
A Human Resources practitioner with 20 years of experience, Montiqua skillfully uses her profession as a platform to break barriers, motivate, inspire and encourage others to greatness.  She offers various services including:  in-person and virtual seminars, trainings, brainstorming sessions, DE&I programming, mentoring sessions through “It Matters with Montiqua” or just engaging in candid conversations with those in need of career guidance.  
Whether it’s working with displaced employees to find new opportunities or researching law to impact change, Montiqua has committed her life to removing barriers and optimizing the potential of others.
Her community involvement includes:  Board of Directors for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham, Board of Directors for BSHRM, Board member for Sister Cities, Advisory Board member for Lawson State Community College- Hospitality program, advisory member for Prison Fellowship and serving on the Second Chance committee with the District Attorney of Jefferson County, where she supports re-entry efforts for previously incarcerated individuals.  She is also a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Her knowledge and work ethic make her a desired and trusted advisor who is committed to empowering employees,  the disenfranchised and underserved in the community.

Montiqua Pettway
Human Resource Practitioner

 

APRYL FORT
Author,Speaker and Finacial Guru




 

Apryl Kelley is graduate of Southern Methodist University with a degree in Finance, Accounting and a minor in Business Law. Contracts, negotiations. Apryl entered the financial world as a mortgage loan officer and has held positions as a mortgage underwriter, processor, commercial underwriter and a commercial banker. Apryl is a former assistant Vice President of BankCorp South, a Mississippi Based financial institution.

Apryl is the Author of the Book “52 weeks to fall in Love with your money”, a guide to help you on the journey to discover your financial soul mate. Apryl is the founder of the wealthy women’s savings club, where she teaches women the ins and outs of investing in the market.

Apryl has a love for numbers and helping others.

She created and developed the following: *Payroll software, *Church Financial education Program “Saved and Savings”, *Church Software, “The church business, *Owner of Financial Management Systems, *Financial literacy programs for the Dannon Project

MONTIQUA PETTWAY