Episode 16: Black Moms in the Movement

Episode 16: Black Moms in the Movement If you are one to follow politics and social media, you’ve heard the term #blackwomenlead. If you are NOT into politics, now would be the time to do so--your life and body literally depends on it. We are seeing an uptick of black women running (and winning) their respective campaigns. Well, that’s because black women show up, and do the job is asked of us.  Come listen to our guest momologist that will dive into why you need to run for an office and stop the excuses. Disclaimer: Our guest was invited by your show hosts and did not pay for this airtime.   Guest Momologist: Candice Quarles, Councilwoman of Desoto, TX Place 6 Candice, a native of St. Louis, MO, received her Bachelor’s degree in Personnel Psychology from Missouri Western State University, and thereafter completed a Master’s Degree in Managerial Leadership with an emphasis in Human Resource (HR) Management from Webster University. Candice’s professional career spans over a decade in Human Resources in the private and public sector with distinguished consulting firm Deloitte coupled with experience in municipal government at the City of Grand Prairie, TX. She is currently the Organizing Director for the Texas Working Families Party Outside of work Candice is involved in a variety of community organizations such as the Alliance for Greater Works, National Urban League and the League of Women Voters. She’s a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. For her civic and corporate contributions, she was named to the 2014 Dallas Business Journal’s 40 under 40 distinction, which recognizes the top up-and-comers in the DFW area. Candice enjoys reading, volunteering and traveling with her husband and enjoying her newest role as mom. She is the City Councilwoman Place 6 for Desoto, TX Where to Find Her: https://www.facebook.com/CandidwithCandice/ https://www.candicefordesoto.com   Episode Sponsor: DFW Private Education DFW Private Education is a free, new and growing online directory of Dallas - Fort Worth Private Schools.  On October 7th, DFW Private Education wants to host you for dinner with local K-12 private schools at Noah’s of Las Colinas in Irving for their The Families of Color Conference. During this event you’ll hear from several guest speakers on finance, diversity and education.  They’ll have a Q&A with a panel of school representatives and meet students from different schools.  This is a child friendly event and childcare is available for families who need it. While you’re engaging with schools, the children will enjoy their own meal and activities as well.  Each attendee will be entered to win of their amazing door prizes like a kids bicycle! Just visit www.DFWPrivateEdu.com and use promo code Momology10 to save $10 on your ticket.   Marvelous Momologist of the Week: Stephanie Laynes. Founder of Smooth Skin Supply, she shares her years of experience building a successful esthetics practice. Her goal is for you to become a successful Esthetician through proven business practices, continuing education, and fun motivation. She is the mother of a beautiful daughter that is a fantastic dancer! So, in addition to owning and operating a very successful waxing supply company as well as offering waxing courses, she is also a dance mom and a loving wife.   Brand Partner: Yara Imani - https://yaraimani.com/ Use Code Momology and save 10%   Producer: Greenville Ave. Studios  - http://www.greenvilleaverecordingstudio.com/   Continue the Discussion, Download, Subscribe, Rate, Like, Follow Us, and Share on: Twitter: @MMomology Insta: @mahoganymomology FB: @MahoganyMomology Email Us: [email protected]