Meet the Presenters

Shelley Carter Burton has a dynamic testimony of survival. She uses her story to empower women battling Breast Cancer through her empathetic mentorship. Pastor Shelley is a graduate of Coppin State University with a degree in Psychology and Health Care Education. Her love, compassion and care for people have been exemplified assiduity as she has worked in the Human Service Industry for over 27 years.

Her heart is toward young women and women alike and she is most proud of building their confidence, teaching them to acknowledge their self-worth, and raising their self-esteem through their personal experiences as she encourages, inspires and motivates them to pursue God in everything. 

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" I am a two time breast cancer survivor that lived to tell the story. Amid adverse expert medical opinion, I AM STILL HERE! My mantra is, I experienced death, but I didn’t die! ”

Chinara Smith is an author, entrepreneur, and wellness coach. She is the founder of She’s Got the Spice, a wellness movement empowering women to heal, grow, and glow from the inside out. She is also the creator of Spiced Living, the bold seasoning and spice brand in countless kitchens and conversations, where flavor meets purpose and wellness begins at the table.

As a certified Personal Fitness Trainer and Nutrition & Weight Management Consultant, Chinara brings a holistic approach to health that honors both the body and the soul. She’s also a speaker and cooking class host who has been featured on both local and national television for her work in wellness and lifestyle. 

Chinara holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and a Master’s degree in Communications. Chinara is a proud wife and mom of her two greatest blessings. 

India McCleod is a minister, speaker, coach, and consultant who leads with authenticity and faith who empowers individuals to unleash their potential to live in their purpose. Through her work, she equips people with practical tools to break through barriers, build resilience, and walk boldly in their calling.

As the founder of I. McCleod Consulting, India blends her background in operations, communications, human resources, and project management to provide solutions to small businesses. Through consulting, she provides strategic guidance across industries by helping clients streamline operations, develop people first leadership, and execute mission driven events. 

India’s mission to Enlighten, Inspire, and Empower drives her speaking engagements, workshops, and pastoral counseling/coaching practice. She is the founder and host of the Enlighten, Inspire, Empower Women’s Summit, a gathering that nurtures the spiritual and personal growth of women through impactful teaching and connection with subject matter experts.

She is a licensed Minister at New Psalmist Baptist Church in Baltimore and serves as an associate minister, pastoral counselor, small group facilitator, and Village Ministry leader (ages 40-59). Her deep care for congregational wellness extends through her service to bereaved families and her commitment to local missions and community outreach.