In this inspiring three-part series, we shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions of Dietitians who are impacting their communities.

My List of Businesses and Creators lead by people of color and women.

I was so happy to be included in Shades of Oklahoma Magazine by the fashion editor, Kay Wallace. Here's her article: Designs of Mystery BET’s Rip the Runway inspired us to take notice of Black designers. From clothing and costumes to accessories and jewelry, Blacks (or African Americans) have always been in the design game. Need we forget Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley, personal seamstress and dressmaker to First Lady Mary Lincoln; Ann Lowe, designer of First Lady Jacqueline Kenn

Now you know I have to get involved somewhere. So now I'm volunteering as the publicity chair for the Plano Chapter of the American Sewing Guild. They have not had a publicity chair for two years. I'm already enjoying getting to know people and here's a little of the publicity I've put together that was posted on Instagram. I've developed a chapter publicity plan, social media campaigns, and there is more to come. And of course, I'm learning so much more about sewing an

One of my UTSPH classmates was a fashion designer and she invited me to design jewelry for her Elani Blu fashion show during Houston Fashion Week. I decided to partner with my good friend Heather to design custom jewelry for their debut fashion line. I can't believe I did this during graduate school, but it was a welcome break and wonderful experience.