Dr. Cheryl Cooper

Hood to Hooded is a powerful, memorable keynote that explores the unjust racial and gender bias in corporate America. It fills the growing desire for education and awareness that has sparked an increase in sales of books addressing these discriminatory issues in the United States. Here the author provides powerful lessons learned on her journey from hood to hooded.

In this inspirational keynote I use storytelling from my memoir, "Hood to Hooded". American Award-winning journalist Cynthia Newsome noted, "This book provides insight into the woman’s experience that will help generations of women who follow".

• How do I find my authentic voice?
• Have you ever felt invisible? People of color often face prejudice and bias that contribute to a sense of invisibility.
• Even when others don’t directly put you down, assumptions and harmful stereotypes can produce feelings of inferiority.
• The power to author your life through the power of choice.
• The power of mentorship in succeeding as a woman.
• How my confidence?"