A Celebration of Vision, Leadership, and Purpose
The North Carolina Women Impacting the Nation campaign honors the brilliance and boldness of women who are using their voices, platforms, and influence to create meaningful change. These remarkable leaders are shaping industries, strengthening communities, and reminding the world that North Carolina women are a powerful force for good.
From entrepreneurs and educators to healthcare professionals, advocates, and authors, these women represent the best of what it means to lead with purpose. Each one has dedicated her life to helping others rise higher and dream bigger while building legacies that reach far beyond the state.
The Billboard Reveal
On October 25th at 1 pm EST, the North Carolina Women Impacting the Nation Billboard will light up in Greensboro, North Carolina, at Beamer Tire & Auto Repair, 4430 W Wendover Avenue. This exciting moment is hosted in partnership with Book Profits Club and StateWideSuccess.com, celebrating visibility, collaboration, and community impact.
The billboard is not only a public display of excellence but also a visual declaration that women from the Tar Heel State are leading with integrity, creativity, and compassion. It reminds us all that visibility matters, and when women are seen, entire communities are inspired.
Why It Matters
This movement highlights the growing influence of women who are creating opportunities, generating wealth, and paving the way for others to follow. Their stories prove that impact begins with courage, faith, and a willingness to serve.
Together, these women are not just impacting North Carolina—they are impacting the nation.
Dr. Stevii Aisha Mills is a Visibility Coach and Strategist who helps career-driven Christian women turn their God-given expertise into income streams while living the lives they love. With over 25 years in marketing and PR and 16 years as an entrepreneur, she has built six-figure businesses and created the Click To Cash®️ ecosystem of books, classes, and events. She is also the founder of I Color For A Cause, blending creativity with community impact. Featured on BET, CBS, FOX, and ABC, Dr. Stevii inspires her Money Makers Tribe to pursue visibility, credibility, and cash with faith at the center.
A multifaceted professional, Dr. Patrice Cagle seamlessly blends the worlds of science, writing, and advocacy. She is a research scientist specializing in cancer and immunotherapy, an author and poet, and a triple-graduate of North Carolina A&T State University, where she earned her doctorate. Beyond the lab, Dr. Cagle is a powerful voice for change, dedicating her time to supporting survivors and bringing awareness to domestic violence, homelessness, and sexual abuse through community speaking and volunteer work.
April Mays Rhodes known in the literary world as AprilLouise is the founder of Life is a Mays, LLC. Assisting women in the sisterhood of motherhood and their children in building skills to increase their emotional, mental, physical and safety awareness through publishing, courses, and workshops. She is a Mother, National Certified Counselor, Workshop Facilitator, and Author. She has a MS degree in Counseling with focus on women and adolescent mental health. She is the author of Mom Guilt, A Guide to Understanding What it is, Why it Exists, and How to Manage It; and the Mom Management Series.
\Portia Shipman is a passionate leader dedicated to social justice, healthcare, and community empowerment. She is the Founder of the Paint the City Purple Campaign™ and CEO of Good Times Home Health Care, Inc., bringing over 30 years of experience in home care, elder justice, and domestic violence prevention. Through Portia Shipman Enterprises LLC, she unites her ventures to serve families and communities worldwide. An accomplished author of The Purple Light and Those Sandals, Portia uses her story of resilience to inspire others. Her mission is simple yet powerful: to heal, empower, and build lasting legacies.
Leslie Marie Wright,41,was born in Washington, D.C to Wenda and Leon Wright May 8, 1984. Due to her parents' tragic divorce, she relocated to North Carolina in 1998. She graduated from Southern High School of Durham, NC and spoke at her graduation, she then received her bachelors from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, she later became mom of 2 boys who she adores. She also received her Masters in Leadership and Communications. Became a tutor, virtual assistant and event planner of 17 years. She has been featured in the Huffington Post, The News & Record, the CW and more.
Dr. Samantha DeLoache is a Charlotte-based pharmacist, entrepreneur, and public speaking coach. A graduate of Claflin University, the Medical University of South Carolina, and The Citadel, she brings over 16 years in healthcare to leadership, empowerment, and communication. She founded Model Speakers Academy, helping people beat stage fright and become confident speakers through her M.O.D.E.L. framework. She also leads Model Missions, Inc., a nonprofit focused on youth mentorship, college readiness, and personal development. Her creative work includes books, anthologies, and Speak in Color—an interactive coloring book that inspires confidence and self-expression. Recognized as a Leadership North Carolina graduate, a Career Mastered Emerging Leader, and one of Charlotte’s 40 Over 40 honorees, Dr. DeLoache continues to serve as a community leader, innovator, and voice for empowerment.