375 Millennium - Seventeenth Edition ENTREPRENEURS FOUNDER Blissful Investor Sacramento, CA FOUNDER, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER EverSmith Organics Manassas, VA MONEEKA SAWYER Moneeka Sawyer is a real estate investor, coach and speaker whose companies, Blissful Investor and Core Bliss Life, help spread her message of self-empowerment and wealth-building for women. Based on lessons learned during her time as a mortgage broker and real estate investor, she supports clients in clarifying their values, finding work-life balance, and pursuing bliss. Well-regarded for her creative output as well, Ms. Sawyer is noted for having authored her 2016 book, “Choose Bliss: The Power and Practice of Joy and Contentment.” Additionally, she is a TEDx speaker and a radio and podcast host, and she has appeared on national media outlets and talk shows sharing her platform. Ms. Sawyer’s work in promoting wellness and joy has earned her several noteworthy accolades, including a 2023 Positive Change Award, a Quill Award and a Pinnacle Book Achievement Award. She attributes her growth to her commitment to continuous learning and openness to changing her mindset. Furthermore, she is proud to mentor others in their pursuit of bliss and balance. Samantha Smith is an entrepreneur, executive, and natural wellness expert who has served as the founder and chief executive officer of EverSmith Organics since 2020. The company’s flagship product, a fruit-flavored sea moss gel, is the first FDA-registered product of its kind, and it pioneered a partnership with wildcrafted plant suppliers in St. Lucia. Ms. Smith’s interest in holistic health was sparked by her efforts to heal from COVID-19 and boost her immunity following her immediate recovery. She is proud to have guided the company to more than $4 million in sales in its second year, and she remains dedicated to increasing the visibility and availability of her products in the coming years. Prior to entering the wellness space, Ms. Smith found success as an IT asset and data manager for Microsoft before transitioning into human resources and quality assurance. She holds an associate degree in computer and information sciences and a bachelor’s degree in organizational management from Ashford University. In addition to her work with EverSmith Organics, Ms. Smith serves as chief executive officer of Anthem IT Solutions, a position she has held since 2010. SAMANTHA SMITH
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