Authors Virtual Conference

February 3, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Author- Frederica Holton

About the author:

My life’s mission has always been to help with personal development in others to become secure in who they really are. My passion is building and elevating women and women of color by helping them with personal development to embrace self love, creativity, uniqueness, and entrepreneurship.

Being me + Loving me, has built a foundation of a Secure Creative, Unique, Entrepreneur = Better Me. Thank you for allowing me to help you Build a Better You!

Overview of the book:

Dear Miss Insecurity is a short piece that is written to reveal the act of insecurity predominant among women. It vividly depicts the ways women express insecurity and how their expression of insecurity affect their relationships. Engaging yourself with an insecure friend has a lot of negative impacts on your Life. It is very possible for you to have an insecure friend around you, and yet, you will not know. This book will reveal to you who a real friend is, and who an insecure woman that you need to stay from is. This is a piece you will always be glad you read. Open this book and start exploring the lifestyle of insecure women

For more information about our podcast please visit: A Touch of Elegance Podcast

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“Becoming” The Virtual Authors Conference

December 12, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Host: Dr. Verna Caddie

A Touch Of Elegance Podcast Launches The Authors Virtual Conference “Becoming”

December 12, 2020: A Touch Of Elegance Podcast announced the launching of The Authors Virtual Conference “Becoming” on December 13, 2020, 11 Am to 1 PM.

The current COVID-19 situation is impacted everything from the economy to people’s lives and social meetings. People are now forced to keep safe physical distance from others because of this deadly coronavirus. Only, a virtual conference can connect a person with others, across the world, soul to soul, no matter in which part of the world they are present.  This made virtual conferences a call of the day now.

“A Touch of Elegance Podcast” was founded on September 21, 2020. Since its inception it keeps the audience posted on everything about etiquette, charm, self-esteem, confidence building, self-care, and many more.

As a result, this has earned great popularity for its excellent episodes that coverage a wide range of subjects. The discussions held are elaborate, informative, and are perfect for motivating people to bring substantial changes in their lives.

“My only objective of having this podcast is to enlighten women, especially those who are doing things in excellence. I love to do things with excellence. I believe that presentation is very important.  We should do wonderful things in this world. I want to help people around the world to succeed through elegance, this is a podcast where class and elegance happens simultaneously for moving one ahead in everything he or she does,” said Dr. Verna Caddie, the Founder of the A Touch of Elegance Podcast. “I have a firm belief that good grooming and good manners are very intimately related. You can only feel good by looking good,” she further added.

Dr. Verna Caddie is an expert in etiquette coach. She trains ladies to attain the very best self-image through etiquette and the right skills to succeed in their lives. She has had the privilege to work with over a thousand young ladies. She gave them the right training that encouraged the young ladies to be what they could be. She received her honorary doctorate in humanity from Grace International Bible University. 

The Authors Virtual Conference will be a Facebook live program. This virtual conference is expected to reveal in-depth insights about elegance, posture and poise, life coaching, counseling, and a lot more related matters.

The virtual conference will feature the following guest speakers:

  • Jamila D. Smith
  • Chatiela Underwood
  • Lynaia Jordan and  Tammie Lilly

Please contact etiquettebrunch@gmail.com  for more information on being a guest.

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2020 BLACK MUSIC HONORS TO CELEBRATE LEGENDARY MUSIC ICONS EN VOGUE, DEBORAH COX, FRED HAMMOND AND MORE ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 AT 12 P.M. EST/11C ON BOUNCE TV

November 20, 2020 by Leave a Comment
2020 BLACK MUSIC HONORS TOCELEBRATE LEGENDARY MUSIC ICONS ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 AT 12 P.M. EST/11CON BOUNCE TV
EN VOGUE, DEBORAH COX, FRED HAMMOND AND THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC TO RECEIVE AWARDS AND RECOGNITION; RICKEY SMILEY TO HOST
SHOW TO AIR IN NATIONAL SYNDICATION FROM NOVEMBER 21 THRU DECEMBER 13
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kANOUk2R5Zc&feature=youtu.be
2020 Black Music Honors Trailer
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BLACK MUSIC HONORS GOSPEL

CHICAGO, IL. – November 20, 2020 – Chicago-based television production company Central City Productions will premiere the 2020 Black Music Honors on Saturday, November 21 at 12 P.M. EST on Bounce TV. The show will air in national broadcast syndication starting November 21 thru December 13, 2020. Television and radio personality Rickey Smiley returns as host of the star-studded two-hour special which will honor artists and musicians who have influenced and made significant contributions to American music. 
The honorees for this year’s Black Music Honors include Grammy® Award-nominated R&B legends En Vogue, recognized as one of the top 5 highest selling American female music groups in history, who will receive the Urban Music Icon Award for their three decades in the industry. Grammy® Award-winner, actress and Broadway star Deborah Cox will receive the Entertainer Icon Award. Multiple Stellar Awards and Grammy® Award-winner and producer Fred Hammond will receive the Gospel Music Icon Award. The National Museum of African American Music will be honored with the Legacy Award.
Founder and Executive Producer Don Jackson stated, “I am extremely excited about our 5th Annual 2020 Black Music Honors television special and our legendary awardees. Even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important for us to stay committed to producing The Black Music Honors as a means of celebrating music icons who are often overlooked in receiving their much-deserved recognition.”
Performers of the evening include Musiq Soulchild, Tweet, MAJOR., June’s Diary, Brian Courtney Wilson, D Smoke, Evvie McKinney, Marvin Sapp, RL, and Sheléa. 
Click here to see the national broadcast syndication markets for the 2020 Black Music Honors.
State Farm returns as the show’s title sponsor. Other sponsors include AT&T, Walmart and Johnson & Johnson. For more information on Black Music Honors, please visit www.blackmusichonors.com and connect on social media @blackmusichonors.
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ABOUT BLACK MUSIC HONORSBlack Music Honors is an annual two-hour event that acknowledges the legendary African American artists who have influenced and made significant musical contributions to African American culture and American music worldwide. Produced by Chicago-based production company Central City Productions (CCP) and hosted by Rickey Smiley. For more information visit www.blackmusichonors.com 
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Women Thou Art Loosed Virtual Experience

November 1, 2020 by Leave a Comment

As always Bishop T.D. Jakes has done it again. The Woman Thou Art Loosed Virtual Experience was amazing.

Since 1996, Woman Thou Art Loosed has been at the epicenter of women’s empowerment. We’ve had the honor of welcoming legends to grace our platform and inculcate our perspectives with invaluable insights culled from history’s classroom.

This event was created to speak to every woman in the room, to elevate your influence in spheres that were once seemingly unattainable. You’ve partaken in conversations powerful enough to shift a society, and you’ve created a sisterly bond strong enough to withstand the limitations of time and distance. From one generation to another, your mantle of excellence is a reflection of God’s promises.

Bishop T.D. Jakes, the chief architect behind it all, has witnessed the indelible impact that Woman Thou Art Loosed has afforded women the world over. Your faith, your accomplishments, your character, and your aspirations continue to make him proud.

Before we say our farewells to Woman Thou Art Loosed, let’s celebrate our journey across more than two decades of terrain at homecoming! Meet us from August 5-7, 2021, at the Georgia World Congress Center for our final conference in Atlanta, Georgia!

Will you join us for this triumphant last gathering

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Stellar Awards 35

August 30, 2020 by Leave a Comment

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GOSPEL ICON KIRK FRANKLIN TOPS WINNERS LIST WITH SIX TROPHIES AT HISTORIC 35TH ANNIVERSARY STELLAR GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS VIRTUAL SPECIAL ON BET & BET HER SUNDAY NIGHT
From Moving Tributes Honoring Rep. John Lewis and COVID-19 First Responders to Stirring Songs of Inspiration, Power and Praise, Tamela Mann, CeCe Winans, Anthony Brown, James Fortune, Travis Greene, Kierra Sheard, Marvin Sapp, Tye Tribbett and More Deliver Epic Performances
REPLAY THE HIGHLIGHTS AND BIGGEST MOMENTS WHEN STELLAR AWARDS AIRS IN SYNDICATION NATIONWIDE AUGUST 29 — SEPTEMBER 27
Top Winner Kirk Franklin Leads the Night with Six Stellar Awards
(Five as an Artist and One for his Project, Love Theory)
Photography by GIP III, Courtesy of CCP
(CHICAGO, IL) August 24, 2020 – Not even a global pandemic could diminish the powerful spirit of praise, worship and celebration during the historic virtual broadcast of the Stellar Gospel Music Awards Sunday night on BET and BET Her. Led by hosts Kirk Franklin, Jonathan McReynolds, and Koryn Hawthorne, the 35th Anniversary Stellar Gospel Music Awards awarded trophies in 28 categories for the year’s best performances in the genre — including six statues presented to the night’s big winner, host and Gospel icon Kirk Franklin.
From the first moments featuring welcome remarks by Stellar Awards Founder and Executive Producer Don Jackson and powerful show open by Tye Tribbett of his uplifting anthem “We Gon’ Be Alright,” through the final credit roll, the “Greatest Night in Gospel Music” lived up to its claim to fame. Virtually bringing together the nation’s Gospel community to offer hope and inspiration during these turbulent times, among the evening’s highlights are a moving tribute to the late Congressman John Lewis by CeCe Winans, who performed “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” and special recognition to COVID-19 first responder heroes.
Franklin’s work on Long Live Love earned him five Stellar Awards for Male Vocalist of the Year, Album of the Year, Producer of the Year, Contemporary Male Vocalist of the Year, and Contemporary Album of the Year. Franklin earned an additional Song of the Year trophy for his work on “Love Theory.” Gospel great Donald Lawrence presents the Tri-City Singers received four Stellar Awards for work on the Goshen project including Choir of the Year and Contemporary Choir of the Year, as well as Song of the Year and Urban/Inspirational Single or Performance of the Year for “Deliver Me (This is My Exodus).”  Gospel legend John P. Kee’s I Made It Out delivered three Stellar Awards for Traditional Male Vocalist, Traditional Album of the Year and Traditional Choir of the Year.
Singer/songwriter Tasha Cobbs Leonard garnered two trophies for Artist of the Year and Contemporary Female Vocalist of the Year for her project Heart, Passion, Pursuit, while Le’Andria Johnson earned two for her work on Donald Lawrence’s project, Goshen in the categories Albertina Walker Female Vocalist of the Year Award and the Traditional Female Vocalist of the Year. The Walls Group received two statues for Duo Group of the Year and Contemporary Duo Group of the Year for their album Friend in Me, along with newcomer Pastor Mike Jr. who took home a pair of Stellar Awards for New Artist of the Year and Rap/Hip Hop Gospel Album of the Year for his work on Live Free. Kurt Carr received two Stellar awards, one as an artist (Traditional Duo/Chorus Group of the Year) and another for Recorded Music Packaging of the Year for the Bless Somebody Else project.
Rounding out the night with one Stellar Award each were JJ Hairston (Praise and Worship Album of the Year), Ben Tankard (Instrumental Album of the Year), Gospel Kids (Youth Project of the Year), Keith Wonderboy Johnson (Quartet of the Year) and Greenleaf: Season 3 (Special Event Album of the Year).
Performers raised the bar with awe-inspiring renditions of their work calling attention to social justice and other challenges facing our society. Breathtaking and visually-stunning performances were delivered by Tamela Mann, Anthony Brown, James Fortune, Koryn Hawthorne, J.J. Hairston & Youthful Praise, Jonathan McReynolds, Travis Greene, Kierra Sheard, Marvin Sapp, Tye Tribbett, Tauren Wells, Zacardi Cortez, Pastor Mike Jr, DOE, and Rich Tolbert Jr. Emerging artists making their Stellar Awards debut, Group Fire, Keyla Richardson, Melvin Crispell III, and Titus Showers joined a rich legacy of 35 years of excellence in Gospel music.
The show’s hosts visited first responder heroes on the front lines of the Coronavirus pandemic in Dallas, Nashville and Chicago, expressing gratitude for their sacrifice and bestowing commemorative Stellar Awards lapel pins in honor of their service. In addition, several healthcare professionals and civic organizations were highlighted for their efforts to combat the deadly pandemic. The segments were made possible with the generous support of sponsors AT&T, State Farm, Toyota, Procter & Gamble, McDonalds, and AARP.
The Stellar Gospel Music Awards show is Executive Produced by Don Jackson, with Jennifer J. Jackson serving as Producer and Executive in Charge of Production. Michael A. Johnson serves as Producer and Director for this year’s award show. The Stellar Awards is presented by AT&T and recognizes the year’s best performances in the genre, honors Gospel music icons and acknowledges the accomplishments of individuals instrumental in advocating for the industry.
To relive all of the highlights, viewers can watch the Stellar Awards in national broadcast syndication in 210 markets starting August 29 – September 27 (check local listings). Follow @thestellars for the latest news and updates about the greatest night in Gospel music.
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35TH ANNIVERSARY STELLAR AWARDS TOP WINNERS 2020
Kirk Franklin – 6
Donald Lawrence presents The Tri-City Singers – 4
John P. Kee – 3
Kurt Carr – 3
Tasha Cobbs Leonard – 2
Le’Andria Johnson – 2
The Walls Group – 2
Pastor Mike Jr. – 2
35TH ANNIVERSARY STELLAR AWARDS PERFORMANCE CAPTURES
Photos Courtesy of Central City Productions
CECE WINANS
TAMELA MANN
KORYN HAWTHORNE
JONATHAN MCREYNOLDS
TRAVIS GREENE AND DOE
TRAVIS GREENE
JJ HAIRSTON
TAUREN WELLS
TYE TRIBBETT
TYE TRIBBETT
35TH ANNIVERSARY STELLAR GOSPEL MUSIC AWARD
WINNERS 2020
Kirk Franklin takes top honors, winning six Stellar Awards (five as an artist and one award for his project, Love Theory) as the show’s top winner for Male Vocalist of the Year, Album of the Year, Producer of the Year, Contemporary Male Vocalist of the Year, Contemporary Album of the Year,
and Music Video of the Year
Donald Lawrence presents the Tri-City Singers receives four Stellar Awards for Song of the Year, Choir of the Year, Urban/Inspirational Single or Performance of the Year, and
Contemporary Choir of the Year
John P. Kee was awarded three Stellar Awards for Traditional Male Vocalist, Traditional Album of the Year and Traditional Choir of the Year
Tasha Cobbs Leonard wins two Stellar Awards as Artist of the Year and Contemporary Female
Vocalist of the Year
Pastor Mike Jr. was awarded two Stellar Awards for New Artist of the Year and Rap/Hip Hop Gospel Album of the Year
The Walls Group receives two Stellar Awards for Duo Group of the Year and Contemporary Duo Group of the Year
Le’Andria Johnson wins the Albertina Walker Female Vocalist of the Year Award and the Traditional Female Vocalist of the Year
Kurt Carr received two Stellar awards, one as an artist (Traditional Duo/Chorus Group of the Year) and another for Recorded Music Packaging of the Year for the Bless Somebody Else project.
Ben Tankard (Instrumental Album of the Year)
JJ Hairston (Praise and Worship
Album of the Year)
Keith Wonderboy Johnson (Quartet of the Year)
Gospel Kids (Youth Project of the Year)
Greenleaf: Season 3 (Special Event Album of the Year)

 

 
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Etiquette Coach Receives Honorary Doctorate Degree in (Humanity) From Grace International Bible University

August 11, 2020 by Leave a Comment

 

Bishop Professor Dr. Rudolph Q. Kwanue Sr. Founder Chancellor & International Director G.I.B.U

Bishop Professor Dr. Rudolph Q. Kwanue Sr. Founder Chancellor & International Director G.I.B.U

Expert Etiquette Coach Verna Caddie, Founder of Devine Creations     (Honorary Doctrine Degree in Humanity)

 

 

G.I.B.U

Etiquette Coach Receives Honorary Doctrine in (Humanity)

 

For Immediate Release

August 6,2020

Contact: (832) 606-2280

Email: Etiquettebrunch@gmail.com

www.devinecreations.org

 

Etiquette Coach Receives Honorary Doctrine in (Humanity)

“Congratulation is in order to the Founder and President of Devine Creations”

(Houston, TX) Devine Creations was founded in 2006. Devine Creations is a debutante program which teaches young ladies how to be a young lady. Devine Creations Mission Statement is to: “Empower Ladies Through Etiquette while Creating Beauty Inside & Out” Devine Creations Vision Statement is to: “Empower positive change in the lives of girls by allowing them to know that they can be the best that they can be, and that the opportunities do exist, not because of who they are, but because of whose they are in Christ Jesus.

Coach Caddie has had the privilege of working with well over 1000 young ladies. Coach Caddie believes that good manners and good grooming go hand in hand. She continues to say, “When you look good, that you feel good”. Training our young ladies to become successful young ladies and to encourage them to be all that they can be.

Several young ladies are presented to Houston’s society after completing several months of workshops such as:

  • Etiquette
  • Charm
  • Manners
  • Personal Development
  • Social Media Etiquette
  • Vision Boards
  • Self Esteem
  • Self Confidence
  • Interview Skills
  • Job Seeking Skills
  • Posture and Poise
  • Dance

 

 

 

The Founder of Devine Creations Debutante Coach Caddie, says “Debutante Balls are very important to a young ladies, young ladies are able to have the experience that will last a life time, they are able to build a sisterhood with other young ladies, learn etiquette as well as other empowering workshops that are needed in such a time as this”.

What is a debutante ball? A debutante ball is a formal presentation for young ladies, it also includes workshops in etiquette and dance. Where the young men wear a black tuxedo and the young ladies wear a beautiful white formal gown, white gloves and tiaras.

 

Expert Etiquette Coach Caddie has received her Honorary Doctrine in (Humanity) from Grace International Bible University.  Grace International Bible University has also appointed Coach Caddie as the Director of Woman of Grace (USA, TEXAS)  G.I.B.U Vision: is to help offer free tuition to Christians by establishing colleges in more than 150 nations, giving affiliations to about fifty thousand churches, and by giving (250) thousands scholarships  such as (Bachelor, Master, Doctor and PhD students. Expert Etiquette Coach Caddie is also a global leadership team member of the International Accreditation Commission for Education.

 

Debutante Coach Caddie says that she would like to personally thank the Bishop, Professor Dr.“Rodolph Q. Kwanue Sr. Who’s the Founder, Chancellor and International Director of G.I.B.U.

If you would like to have more information about the debutante registration, please contact: Debutante Coach Caddie (832) 606-2280

For more information on G.I.B.I

http://www.GIBU.education

 

 

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(832) 617-6441 (Business Number)

 

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The English Consulting Firm

August 7, 2020 by Leave a Comment

Welcome to the English Consulting Firm

What is a consulting firm? A consulting firms is a business of one or more experts which provides professional feedback to an individual or an business for a fee.

Services that we provide:

  • Press Release
  • Marketing
  • Image Consulting
  • Business Etiquette

Each program is designed to fit your company needs.

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“Black is King” A Film by “Beyonce”

August 1, 2020 by 1 Comment

A debutante ball is a formal ball that includes presenting debutantes during the season, meaning usually during the spring or summer. Debutante balls may require prior instruction of social etiquette, and appropriate morals.

Here, in Houston,Texas “Devine Creations” our Debutante Balls are held each year. Our main focus is to empower young ladies through etiquette. Allowing them to know who and whose they are. We are so happy to view the “Black is King” film and see that Beyonce brought attention to those beautiful debs.

“Black is King” A Film by “Beyonce was absolutely amazing! The 24 -time Grammy award winning , directed and executive produced the album., and as usually she did an amazing job. She seems to always do things with excellence.

As, a Debutante Coach I am so happy that the amazing Beyonce showcased the Debutante presentation.

We salute you Queen Beyonce!

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Devine Creations “Debutante” program is currently enrolling young ladies ages 8-18 years of age.

Each young lady will receive training in:

Charm

Manners

Etiquette

Self Esteem

How to be a young lady

Social Media

Personal Development

How to walk

Poise and Posture and much more:

For more information contact: (832) 606-2280

http://www.devinecreations.org

 

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Mother’s and Daughters Tea with a Purpose

June 9, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Today

Mother’s and Daughter’s around the world should have a strong bond, only a woman can teach a little girl how to be a woman. In most cases. Some mothers and daughters have great relationships and some mothers and daughters do not have strong relationships.

With so much going on in today’s society self esteem, peer pressure, social media ect, our children need to know that they have great relationships with their parents so that they can talk to about anything.

On September 15,2019… We are celebrating Mother’s and Daughter’s around the world. Expert Etiquette Coach Caddie, Founder of The Etiquette Professionals Network & Devine Creations Debutante/Cotillions will have a tea and etiquette workshop for mother’s and daughter’s to bond.

We will also award awesome mother’s and daughter’s with the Mom & Daughter Duo of the year!

Tickets for this event will be: $80.00

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Dress Attire: Sundays Best

Brunch, Gifts and a host of other games for moms and daughters to bond.

 

 

 

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International Pastors & Leaders Conference

June 5, 2019 by Leave a Comment

Bishop T.D. Jakes’ International Pastors & Leadership Conference Equips Leaders with Tools for Success

Tampa, Fla., April 23, 2019—Thousands of leaders across the globe are attending a three-day gathering for teaching and training across multiple fields and spheres of influence. This year’s International Pastors & Leadership Conference will be held in Tampa, April 25 – 27, and was inspired by Bishop T.D. Jakes’ best-selling book, SOAR!: Build Your Vision from the Ground Up.
Bishop T.D. Jakes, entrepreneur and senior pastor of The Potter’s House, has convened a team of thought leaders, speakers and executives to provide advanced training in relationships, processes, workflows, investments, marketing, advertising, communication and more. The conference will also address today’s cross-generational environments. Breakout session topics include cyber security, mental health, staff diversity, social justice, the art of preaching, artist development and how to handle change. Jakes will also be unveiling his latest book, Crushing: God Turns Pressure into Power.

 

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