Day: July 24, 2021

Each year, more and more women are making phenomenal achievements in various industries, dispelling the traditional beliefs of many cultures that they are only limited to the expectations set by male-dominated groups. NY Weekly’s Top Ten Females of 2021 is a celebration of the remarkable inner strength that women display as they confidently climb to success. It is a way of recognizing the extraordinary efforts of women who have made an incredible impact in their field, community, and scope of influence. It hopes to empower other women to fearlessly pursue their dreams, to never apologize for their successes, and to never be afraid to express their opinions, showcase their artistry, and uphold their voice. After all, what would become of a world without the tenacity, persistence, and hard work of women?

1. Oprah 

Oprah Winfrey is a billionaire media executive and philanthropist who became extremely popular through her show The Oprah Winfrey Show, which aired on television from 1986 to 2011. In the show’s first year, it appeared on 120 channels with an audience of ten million people worldwide. By the end of its first year, it grossed $125 million, $30 million of which was given to Oprah. In 2011, she launched her own TV network called the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). 

Oprah is also an actress and starred in several films, including The Color Purple (1985), There are No Children Here (1993), Beloved (1998), The Butler (2013), and A Wrinkle in Time (2018), to mention a few. 

She was born in Kosciusko, Mississippi, on January 29, 1954. She entered Tennessee State University in 1971 and began her work on radio and television in Nashville. 

Instagram: @oprah 

Website: www.oprah.com/app/own-tv.html 

2. Cardi B

Cardi B is an American rapper who was born Belcalis Almanzarin New York City. She was born on October 11, 1992, to a Dominican father and a Trinidadian mother. She attended Renaissance High School for Musical Theatre and Technology, a small speciality school found on the Herbert H. Lehman campus. 

She started becoming famous in 2013 when her content went viral on Vine and Instagram. In November 2015, she made her musical debut with the single Boom Boom featuring Jamaican dancehall singer Popcaan. She released several mixtapes, including Gangsta Bitch Music, Vol. 1 and Gangsta Bitch Music, Vol. 2. She became popular with the songs “Bodak Yellow,” “WAP,” “Money,” and “Get Up 10,” among others. 

She is married to rapper Offset, and they have a daughter named Kulture Kiari Cephus. 

Instagram: @iamcardib 

Website: www.cardibofficial.com

3. Billie Eillish

Billie Eilish is an American singer and songwriter who started gaining traction with the release of her single “Ocean Eyes” in 2015. She was born on December 18, 2001. In 2019, she was the American Music Award awardee for New Artist of the Year and won the MTV Europe Music Award for Best Song. The year 2020 become a phenomenal year for her career as she won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Record of the Year, Best Pop Vocal Album, and the Billboard Music Award for Top Female Artist. In 2021, she won the Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media and Record of the Year.

She is best known for her songs “When the Party’s Over,” “Everything I Wanted,” “bad Guy,” “You Should See Me in a Crown,” and “Bury a Friend,” among others. 

Instagram: @billieeilish 

4. Tamairo Moutry

Tamairo Moutry, is a Milwaukee, Wisconsin native, a CEO/Real Estate Broker who owns and operates 4 virtual real estate companies in Wisconsin, Illinois, Georgia, and Florida. Tamairo’s brokerages have one-stop-shop concierge services for out-of-state Real Estate Investors. She’s also the  proud owner of a popular Facebook Group called, Top Women in Real Estate. Tamairo teaches, coaches, trains and mentors Realtors and Real Estate Investors. Tamairo specializes in many different aspects of real estate, which include residential/commercial sales and listings, real estate investing, private mortgage lending, luxury real estate, new construction, and real estate development.

Facebook: Top Women in Real Estate; Tamairo Moutry

Website:  www.georgiasbestrealestate.com; www.showingnew.com/tamairomoutrysellshomes 

5. Jaclyn Milford

Jaclyn Milford is the woman behind Women of Wall Street, the leading financial society for women across the United States. A force to be reckoned with, Jaclyn Milford has re-defined the look of Wall Street by opening the doors up for executive women to be more expressive and less apologetic about it. These days, Jaclyn Milford is not only the President of a power club, she is a 2x business owner, published writer for a digital business authority magazine as well as a public speaker. Can we say WOW?!

Website: www.wowwomenofwallstreet.com

 

6. Grace Beverley

The mind behind an at-home fitness empire, Grace Beverly has transformed from being one of the UK’s most prominent fitness YouTubers and into a highly successful female entrepreneur shaking up the archaic world of business. Grace, who graduated from St. Peter’s College and began watering the seeds of what would grow into acclaimed ventures when she was still in university, is the founder of TALA, an ethical style brand known for its affordable approach to sustainable fashion. She also serves at the helm of SHREDDY, which is a fitness app designed to present tailored workout and meal plans based on the user’s preferences and goals. Widely considered one of today’s must-watch forces, Grace Beverly has received nods from numerous powerhouse institutions, including Forbes, The Sunday Times, and BBC.

Instagram: @gracebeverley 

7. Angelina Tereshchenko

Angelina Tereshchenko is an artist and a musician. She is a poet who likes to express herself through different mediums whether it’s a painting, a musical composition, or a written poem. Angelina is inspired by the Renaissance polymath, Leonardo da Vinci, who was not only a painter, but also an engineer, scientist, theorist, sculptor, and an architect. 

“I want my paintings, my music, and my writing to speak a message, whether that is to bring in awareness, bring healing and hope, or to inspire people,” shares Angelina. 

Instagram: @agt_arts

8. Tiana Woods

From Tiana Woods’ desolation came the resolution to treat her struggles as stepping stones to success. Ensconced in the love of her 11 children, this goal-oriented inspirational icon had her life in order, but 2020 arrived and ushered a long string of challenges, including COVID-19. She did not only see her dad succumb to the virus but also had to deal with the blow of losing her 23-year old daughter and grandchild. Setting an example for others to follow, she is now harnessing divine strength from her downfalls and is currently building a career in the entertainment industry. On top of working on a TV series and the pre-production of a horror film, Woods is making bold moves toward the forefront of the music scene, as well. Bringing determination, resilience, and an arsenal of skills to the table, this remarkable woman plans to serve as a beacon of hope. 

Facebook: Tiana Ford Woods

9. Katia Stern

Katia, known as “The Wow woman”, is the author of an international bestselling book, “You were born Wow” and the co-author of the bestselling book “Success” with Jack Canfield, America’s #1 Success Coach, Founder of the billion-dollar Chicken Soup for the Soul™ publishing empire.

Katia is a speaker, consultant, and empowerment coach, who helped hundreds of women in 25 countries. Among other accolades, Katia is a Psychology major and has a Masters Degree in International Law, LLM, she is a certified Jack Canfield Success Principles Coach and a certified health coach, IIN. She is also Canada’s National level fitness bikini competitor and Mrs. Canada Classique, 2020.

Katia has been featured on Fox, CBS, NBC, ABC, Authority magazine, Thrive Global Magazine, BRAINZ magazine.

Instagram: @katia_stern_

Facebook: Katia Stern – Business ; Katia Stern – Personal

LinkedIn: Katia Stern

Website: wwwkatiastern.com  

 

10. Patricia Baronowski-Schneider

With over three decades of experience in the financial communications and media relations industry, Patricia Baronowski-Schneider is now a successful, multi-award-winning marketing and communications professional. She is the Founder and CEO of IR/PR/Media Relations/Marketing firm, Pristine Advisers. Patricia and her team assists companies of all shapes and sizes in improving awareness and increasing shareholder value.

“My expertise lies in helping clients to decrease discounts, ward off activist shareholders, increase share price, build relationships with current and potential investors, be featured in top-tier financial publications, appear on financial televisions and radio and help position clients in a variety of ways to the media,” Patricia said.

Website: www.pristineadvisers.com 

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Started by budding entrepreneur Kenya Tripp, Disrespectfully Drunk is a fast-rising brand that’s taking the party and entertainment scene by storm. It has entered into various liquor stores and has been spotted in the hands of multiple influencers, including Jaquae, Maino, Mr. Commodore, Mr. Cheeks, Jack Thriller, Lynn Hobson, Roxanne Shante, Marc John J, Capone, Fred Da Godson, Vado, Sway In The Morning, Kidd Kidd, Mysonne, and Comedian Godfrey, to name a few. In addition, Disrespectfully Drunk has also turned into a mainstay in many hip-hop and R&B circles as the brand has received sponsorship spots from brands like Ciroc and Plus Vodka. 

The whole idea for the brand started with a podcast of the same name. Kenya began with a vision to start a company that would reignite Black Wall Street and empower women and minorities by showing what could be done with the right mindset and drive to create something for themselves.

“My eyes have been opened as I see that we as a minority community struggle badly, having to ‘find a way,’” shares the business owner and Disrespectfully Drunk founder. “I want the brand to create job opportunities and entrepreneurial opportunities for business-minded individuals who may come on as franchise owners.”

True enough, the liquor company has now employed a total of twelve people in a short period and has empowered many other retailers and resellers across the tri-state area. Disrespectfully Drunk is now a brand that many people in New York and New Jersey have become either aware of or accustomed to at some level. Apart from penetrating influencers in the music space, the liquor brand has also become a presence in fashion. It got its first break after a partnership with Get Money Kicks, a top-tier sneaker trade show that has garnered a considerable following. The Disrespectfully Drunk brand also got some publicity in New York Fashion week, catching the attention of many influencers in the world of fashion and into the hands of the general consuming population of the tri-state area.

As a woman entrepreneur who’s also a member of the minority population, Kenya Tripp hopes to be an inspiration to people who have been told that they couldn’t amount to much. She is also a survivor of an abusive relationship and hopes to spark ambition in women who feel trapped by social toxicities. She hopes that her story will fuel those who feel stuck and show them that they can dream about bigger things and achieve them just as she has in the past. 

Kenya dreams of the day that Disrespectfully Drunk will become a household name all across America and even worldwide. To learn more about the brand, visit Disrespectfully Drunk’s Instagram profile.