Our Team

Barbara Wescott | WW  Founder & Program Development

Barbara Wescott, Founder & CEO, Women Wednesdays

Barbara Wescott is a woman on a mission. As  Founder of  Women Wednesdays, Barbara is living the Lean In philosophy to create, and foster additional creativity, for programming and community campaigns that improve economic opportunity for women and minorities. Through Women Wednesdays, Barbara hopes to “Increase opportunity for Women in Spaces and Places” through collaboration, knowledge and increased visibility.  Become a member / individual sponsor, or supercharge your involvement and visibility by accepting a role as a team leader or team member – because when women unite in an effort to see each otHER succeed, there isn’t anything we can’t do! Please join us today as best suits you, because we know we are stronger togetHER!

Tamara Smith | Media Director

Tamara G. Smith  is a multimedia host, educator, non-profit professional and creator of @Lifetothe9s, a platform sharing “Everyday ways to thrive through Self-care & Style.” You’ll often find her on-camera leading conversations, as well as behind the screen consulting on brand strategy, digital content creation and events for various organizations and companies such as LOUD (loveofurbandesign.com). Even after serving as Ms. Black Florida USA 2019, her platform of “Empowering Women to Make Self-Care a Priority” continues to drive her passionate work to bring awareness to women’s reproductive health issues such as endometriosis and PCOS. You can find out more at tamgsmith.com.  Whether I can support you through our WW Speakers Series,  or through my consulting, please reach out at speakers@womenwednesdays.com or tamgsmith@gmail.com.

Robin Yeatman | Membership Coordinator at Women Wednesdays

Julia Holly | Creative Business & Partnership Developer

Tamara Smith | Speakers Series Program Coordinator

In addition to our WW Media Director, Tamara G. Smith is our Speakers Series Program Coordinator at Women Wednesdays – both in front of and behind the camera. Tamara  curates, schedules and develops our weekly speakers for both in-person and virtual broadcast, helping women raise awareness about themselves while sharing their knowledge with otHERs.  Any Women Wednesdays’ member can request an opportunity to speak or help co-host our programming, or join our media team as a volunteer to help with the speakers series, our weekly events, or the live-stream broadcast.  Doing so can help you build powerful relationships, skills and visibility. If you are interested, please contact Tamara at speakers@womenwednesdays.com.

Jackie Brown | Education Program Coordinator

Hi. I’m Jackie Karr Brown, Founder of I.N.I.T.I.A.L. Social Media. I have always loved teaching and helping entrepreneurs and business owners retain focus on whatever they love while we spread the good word about their business and services. With Initial Social Media, I strive to provide a great source of marketing for any business. Each account is tailored to their social media needs and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Promoting comes naturally to me and I welcome taking some time to share with you how Initial Social Media can increase your online community. In leading WW Education, I work to provide a forum for women to teach and learn from each other in ensure greater success for women across Tallahassee, Leon County and the region.

L. Michelle Salvant | Tech Squad Program Coordinator

L.Michelle Salvant is Founder of LMichelleMedia. Whether helping churches improve their Media/overall Digital presence, Web design and Social Media Management, to consulting on finding your place in the Metaverse,  being creative and culturally conscious is a part of L.Michelle’s DNA.  You’ll know when she’s in a room, because the energy will be electric and new ideas will start flowing.  L.Michelle leads WW Tech Squad, where free support for common tech tools is just a click away. If you’re tech savvy with skills to share, volunteer for and be highlighted as part of the Tech Squad team where you’ll not only help fellow women, but also connect to new potential customers / lead generation.

Gina Hogan Edwards | Women’s Words Program Coordinator

Gina Hogan Edwards supports women in claiming the power of their voices – on the page, from a stage, in the workplace, and in their everyday lives. She provides safe spaces that empower women to share their truth and create a legacy of positive change in the world. After more than two decades as an editor, Gina founded the Facebook community Women Writing for CHANGE. She is also a Licensed WomanSpeak Circle Leader, writing retreat host, co-facilitator of the On Purpose Woman-Tallahassee Chapter, and co-host of the podcast Around the Writer’s Table. With Women’s Words, Gina seeks to highlight and expand local women’s voices in the written form. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or experienced writer, Gina encourages you to submit your written work for approval and publication to our website blog, and the Women’s Wednesday’s community. We don’t require perfection, just your best effort. For further information,  contact Gina at: words@womenwednesdays.com.

Kara Holbert | CoWorking Program Coordinator

Kara Holbert is our CoWorking Coordinator, Founder of The Pink Pinafore, and Executive Administrative Asst. of Domi Station.

Dacia Williams | CoWorking Program Co-Coordinator

Dacia Williams is our CoWorking Ci-Coordinator, Founder and Community Manager of Domi Station.

Lanisha Thornton | Going Places Program Co-Coordinator

Lanisha Thornton is our Going Places Coordinator, Founder of Runnin’ Buzz Bartending.

Mary Rouis | Going Places Program Co-Coordinator

Mary Rouis is our Going Places Co-Coordinator, Founder of It’s Your Season, Events by Mary.

Stacey Turknett | CoWALKing Program Coordinator

Meditation & Mindfullness Coach, stacey.turknett@gmail.com, www.staceyturknett.com, 

Stacey Turknett is a certified Meditation & Mindfulness teacher located here in Tallahassee. You can often find her teaching classes around town. Stacey believes that spiritual, mental, emotional and physical health are interconnected.

This Role is Available | IntHERnship Program Coordinator

Volunteer Position is available for IntHERnship Program Coordinator.

To apply email hello@womenwednesdays.com.

Kerwyn Jones Wilson | TradeswHERk Campaign Coordinator

Kerwyn Jones Wilson is the TradeswHERk Campaign Coordinator.

Kerwyn Jones Wilson is the owner and CEO of Jones Construction and Design, LLC located in Quincy, Florida. Kerwyn is passionate about the construction industry and is also an active Realtor with EXP Realty. When she isn’t on the job site, in her pink steel-toed boots, she serves as President of the National Association of Women in Construction Tallahassee Chapter, the Charter Founder of the Gadsden Chapter of the Future Builders of America, and Treasurer for the Community Economic and Development Corporation, just to list a few. In her role as Campaign Coordinator for TradeswHERk, she is excited to expand encouragement, training and job opportunities for women, minorities and youth in construction and the skilled trades.

Justine Spells | Women Owned Business Campaign Coordinator

Justine is our Women Owned Business Campaign Coordinator.

As CEO of Railroad Square Craft House and That’s What She Said Consulting, Justine has been a champion to supporting and driving success for fellow area businesses through collaborative engagement. As a woman-owned business herself, Justine worked from Railroad Square surrounded by a majority of women-owned businesses.  Justine brings her immense marketing and business experience, along with a heart for collaborative engagement, to foster greater success for area women owned businesses, and the business community as a whole.  

Jackie Brown | Google Drive ForwHERd Campaign Coordinator

Hi. I’m Jackie Karr Brown, Founder of I.N.I.T.I.A.L. Social Media. I have always loved helping entrepreneurs and business owners retain focus on whatever they love while we spread the good word about their business and services. With Initial Social Media, I strive to provide a great source of marketing for any business. Each account is tailored to their social media needs and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Promoting comes naturally to me and I welcome taking some time to share with you how Initial Social Media can increase your online community. In leading WW “Her Business is Blooming” I work to be a champion for Women-Owned and Women-Run businesses across Tallahassee, Leon County and the region.