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About Michellene As a shining representative for the betterment of others, Michellene Davis is one of life s specially gifted trailblazers. Her multi-faceted skill set includes a plethora of tools that she has strategically used to advance lives. A noted trial attorney, she spent her earliest years in public service representing disenfranchised members of the most vulnerable populations. An effective advocate and researcher, her name later became synonymous with a perfect balance of policy and politics as she became the first African American ever to serve as chief policy counsel within the New Jersey Governor s office. Prior to making history in the governor s office, Michellene blazed a trail within the New Jersey Department of the Treasury when, as the first African American woman State Treasurer, she created the Department of the Treasury s Office of Supplier Diversity and Division of Minority and Women-owned Businesses to forge new revenue generating opportunities avenues for women and minority owned businesses. She became the youngest New Jersey lottery CEO, producing record-setting revenue numbers enhancing the state s General Fund contribution to education and state run veteran s homes. Michellene was also the first woman and first person of any color to be named to the senior-most level of the State of New Jersey s largest healthcare system. An internationally requested speaker, she is a coveted orator with an innate ability to connect as well as communicate while challenging audiences to reach higher heights of humanity. Michellene s exemplary abilities are surpassed only by her personal narrative. Beyond being a woman of numerous career firsts, she has persevered through the difficulties of her surroundings to display a brilliant pathway of achievement. She has proven to be her own woman and consistently refuses to be bound by the expectations of others or the deterrents of bias. Michellene Davis is an inspirational speaker, motivating storyteller and powerful public advocate who ignites and delights audiences to: Churn Adversity: Turn Challenge and Adversity into a New Direction for Your Life Stop Going to Work and Start Going to Ministry : Find the Gift of Purpose in Your Career Maintain Your Core Authenticity : Succeed in the Workplace and Remain True to Yourself Create Legacy: Make Choices for a Career and a Lifetime
Career Highlights Michellene was the first woman and first person of any color to be named to the senior-most level of the State of New Jersey s largest healthcare system. Youngest New Jersey lottery CEO, producing recordsetting revenue numbers enhancing the state s General Fund contribution to education and state run veteran s homes. First African American ever to serve as chief policy counsel within the New Jersey Governor s office. An internationally requested speaker. New Jersey Department of the Treasury s first African American woman State Treasurer. Michellene Davis is a noted trial attorney. An effective advocate and researcher. Creator of the Department of the Treasury s Office of Supplier Diversity and Division of Minority and Women-owned Businesses.
Speaking Michellene Davis is uniquely skilled to reach a variety of diverse audiences. Whether your event involves women, college students or faith based programs, Michellene s gifted delivery effortlessly adapts to any environment. Her words of wisdom and timely truths will deliver invaluable inspiration to people of all ages. Below is a sampling of the types of groups which have invited Michellene to present: General Audiences Women! Women! Women! Women in Transition Changing Careers, Changing Families, Changing Lives Career Program Conferences and Seminars Lifestyle Program Conferences and Seminars Women interested in Running for Office Women interested in Board Service Faith Program Conferences and Seminar Ecumenical and Inter-faith Conferences, Seminars and Workshops Christian Youth Conferences, Teen Girls Forums, Ready to Wait Workshops Commencement and Collegiate Audiences Student Leadership Conferences Black History Month Celebrations Women s History Month Celebrations Collegiate Faith Conferences and Celebrations Health Awareness Month Conventions, Conferences, and Seminars Political Organizations Campaign Training Seminars Grassroots Campaign Training Workshops Community and Non-Profit Organizations Youth and Young Adult Organizations Faith-based, Community Development and Redevelopment Corporations, Economic Empowerment Entities Criminal Justice Workshops and Legal Seminars Executive Strategy Sessions and Retreats Strategic Planning Sessions Management Workshops Leadership Development Seminars Diversity and Inclusion Seminars, Lectures and Training Symposiums
Training Michellene Davis believes deeply in board, civic, community and advocacy engagement. As an active member of boards and commissions, Michellene utilizes her knowledge to enhance the service leadership experience of others. Michellene applies the wisdom gained over years of service to assist organizations with myriad issues including, but not limited to the following: Staff Development Service Leadership Grassroots Lobbying Public Advocacy Community Integration Strategy Public Policy Creation Michellene customizes her presentation to fit the needs of your organization. She traditionally begins with a dialogue about your current challenges, institutional history, organizational strategy and future vision in order to ensure that her time with your board members is set to propel you forward.