We had the good fortune of connecting with Karine Melissa and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Karine, career-wise, where do you want to be in the end?
The goal for me is to master it; master everything that my hands were purposed to touch. Not to boast in it – but I’ve learned that the better I am at something, the more people I can impact. That’s the end goal – to impact lives. I want to inspire and empower others to live their lives on purpose. I believe that if more people shared their God-given gifts with the world, we’d be doing better as a people.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
All of my projects invest in the spiritual, social, creative, and professional power of women, youth, and urban creatives (@BossBabesofMiami, @YNGLGCYmag, @WeThinkLoud, and @LoveOfUrbanDesign). I am a College Professor and a Social Entrepreneur. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Organizational Leadership from Trinity International University, a Fashion Merchandising Diploma from Ashworth University, a Master of Business Management from University of Phoenix, a Biblical Counseling Diploma from Light University, and a Doctorate in Management and Organizational Leadership (DM) from the University of Phoenix.

Some of my accomplishments and honors include: Recipient of the NAACP & Beyonce’s BeyGood Foundation Business Grant, South Florida’s Top 50 Black Business Leaders and Influencers from Legacy Magazine, Top 20 under 40 South Florida Professionals by Brickell Key Magazine, 3x recognition by the City of Miami for philanthropic efforts, Women’s Chamber of Commerce Miami-Dade County – Board of Directors, Marketing Chair, South Florida Fashion Academy – Advisory Board, and World Fashion Organization – President for U.S.A World Global Creative Leader.
For over twenty-five years and counting, I pour my heart into women, youth, and urban creatives through events, programs, and ministries that serve my community. This includes youth mentorship, event productions, women empowerment workshops, church leadership, leadership trainings, summer camp development, after-school program development, peer mentorship, mastermind meetings, and social entrepreneurship. The goal is to impact lives and point them towards greatness.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I love living in Miami! On Sunday, I’d take her for brunch at @HoneyUninhibited because they have one of the best brunch menus in Miami and it’s a total vibe. Monday, we’d head over to @TopGolf Miami Gardens for some golf play time. Tuesday, we’d meet up with my queens at @PoshPalmaStyles to shop the latest trends. On Wednesday, I’d take her to @NatalieGailBeauty for the ultimate self-care facial and then meet up with @WCCmiami for their Wine and Unwind Happy Hour. Thursday would be picture day – we’d take pics all over Miami Beach and Wynwood with @SandraMariePhotography. Friday, we’d book an appointment with @SoldByNandy to find some great real estate investment opportunities in the city and then hit up @Tap42Bar Aventura for Happy Hour. Then on Saturday, we’d connect with the team at @YNGLGCYMag to create content about young entrepreneurship and generational wealth.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I dedicate this Shoutout to the Boss Babes of Miami. From the executive team to all of the boss babes that continue to support the movement @bossbabesofmiami. The executives (Kelsey, Nandy, Tamara, Tarelle, Sandra, and Natalie) hold me down! They don’t miss a beat when it comes to supporting me in all my madness and crazy ideas. I’m better with them by my side.

Website: https://www.iamkarinemelissa.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karinemelissa/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinemelissa/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/karine_melissa

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karinemelissallc

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEJsseZ8-mvCKp_idm6aeuQ

Image Credits
Photography by @_ThruJensEyes and @SandraMariePhotography

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