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The Beyond Woman Podcast, a space for Caribbean women to connect, learn, and grow. Hosted by Jacqueline Walker-Johnson, we bring inspiring conversations with women who are breaking barriers, building successful lifestyle businesses, and redefining success. We provide hands on advice and practical strategies on entrepreneurship, empowerment, and personal growth, empowering Caribbean women to live their best lives.”
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In this soul-shifting solo episode, we’re led by Jacqueline Johnson — entrepreneur, author, speaker, and visionary founder of TheBeyondWoman, a platform dedicated to amplifying the stories, strengths, and silent struggles of Caribbean women.
With nearly a decade of experience curating meaningful conversations, Jacqueline turns the mic inward to unpack the real meaning of resilience after 45.
This isn’t the polished, hustle-harder version we’ve been sold.
This is the version steeped in grace, grit, and growing pains.
💬 In this episode, 𝙅𝙖𝙘𝙦𝙪𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 dives into:
▪️ Why what used to feel easy now feels impossibly heavy
▪️ How your nervous system and spirit are calling you into a slower, more sacred rhythm
▪️ The unspoken exhaustion of always being “the strong one”
▪️ Why you’re not broken — you’re just being rebuilt for a new season
▪️ And how to start honoring the woman you’re becoming
This is not just a podcast episode — it’s a reclamation.
So if you’ve been silently wondering, “Why can’t I do this anymore?”
This conversation is for you.
Let’s unpack it—together.
If this spoke to your soul, leave a review, share it with a sister-friend, and make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss what’s coming next.
Want more? Join our community at TheBeyondWoman.com and be part of the movement that’s rewriting the story for Caribbean women — one truth at a time.
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Sis, what if your freedom wasn’t found in more hustle, but in healing?
The Freedom Formula isn’t just a program — it’s a movement. A sacred space for women ready to stop striving and start thriving.
Social media gives you the highlights — but if you want the depth, the soul work, and the actual steps to get free? You need to be in the room. That room is our private community.
If you’re ready to get free — financially, emotionally, and spiritually — tap the link in the show notes and come join us inside The Freedom Formula. We’re waiting for you.
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Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
In this power-packed episode, we’re joined by the phenomenal Shelly-Ann Aqui Solomon — a distinguished business and life success coach based in Trinidad and Tobago.
With over 25 years of entrepreneurial and coaching experience, Shelly-Ann has helped countless Caribbean women turn vision into profitable, purpose-led businesses.
As Executive Director and Lead Consultant of the Positioned to Propel Success Academy, she brings together proven business strategies, digital marketing insight, and powerful personal development tools to help women thrive.
She's also the visionary behind transformational events like the ELITE Mastermind, PWP Marketing & Branding Brunch, and thePicture of Possibility Women’s Conference
- 💬 In this episode, 𝙎𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙮-𝘼𝙣𝙣 𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩:
What sparked her passion for legacy building
The difference between financial survival and sustainability
How culture and upbringing shape our money mindset
Small but powerful steps Caribbean women can take today
Why passing down wisdom matters as much as wealth
And how faith must meet action when it comes to finances
This is not just a business conversation — it’s a divine appointment.
Follow Shelly-Ann at:
Website: www.shellyaqui.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shellyaqui
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcXSeQhOGmw3YAX_xafE36Q
Email: info@shellyaqui.com
Book a complimentary Clarity call with Shelly-Ann: https://tinyurl.com/consultwithCoachShelly
Today's episode is brought to you by The Freedom Formula
Sis, what if your freedom wasn’t found in more hustle, but in healing?
The Freedom Formula isn’t just a program — it’s a movement. A sacred space for women ready to stop striving and start thriving.
Social media gives you the highlights — but if you want the depth, the soul work, and the actual steps to get free? You need to be in the room. That room is our private community.
If you’re ready to get free — financially, emotionally, and spiritually — tap the link in the show notes and come join us inside The Freedom Formula. We’re waiting for you.
🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to:
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Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
"Today's conversation takes us into the arena of Starting a Caribbean-Based Fashion Brand as we chat with Jamaican-born Fashion Stylist and Creative Director, the dynamic LaToya McLeary sharing her insights and inviting you to explore the following:
- What it really takes to launch a fashion brand in the Caribbean — and the first step that sets the tone.
- Those who succeed usually find creative ways to solve problems, build local partnerships, and tell stories that resonate deeply.
- How Caribbean heritage shapes fashion brands, and why culture is your most powerful branding weapon.
- Building a Brand on a Budget, Proven methods for starting lean
- One crucial piece of advice for the aspiring fashion founder ready to take the leap.
And more....
LaToya’s journey is one of bold moves, global education, and creative evolution.
Her fashion journey began at the Style Institute in NYC, where she trained under celebrity stylist Anita Patrickson and later assisted her on major productions in LA. From there, her commitment to excellence took her across the globe, studying at top institutions including FIT in New York, Condé Nast College in London, the University of Madrid, and the School of Style where she was mentored by none other than image architect Law Roach. She has turned her passion for fashion and travel into a luxury eyewear brand, HauteLife World — featured in Vogue, Elle, Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar and seen on international runways in Milan and Paris.
In this conversation, we explore her roots, her rise, and her vision to impact the fashion world. Latoya continues to evolve with purpose, using her platform to create impact through global partnerships—especially in her beloved Jamaica.
Follow Latoya on IG @latoyamcinc & @hautelifeworld | website: https://www.latoyamc.com/ https://www.hautelifeworld.com/
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Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
"Today, we lead the conversation on Love & Standards: What Caribbean Women Shouldn’t Settle For, sharing our insights and inviting you to explore the following:"
Understanding Self-Worth – How do you define your value in relationships? Are cultural beliefs shaping what you tolerate?
The Standards Caribbean Women Should Never Compromise On – Emotional safety, financial partnership, and non-negotiables in love.
How to Elevate Your Love Standards – The fine line between high standards & unrealistic expectations + how to stop settling out of fear or loneliness.
We are talking with Dawn Petgrave Smith, a dedicated Jamaican Psychological Society (JAMPSYCH) member with an impressive academic background. She holds a Master of Arts in Christian Counseling Psychology, a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology, and degrees in Education and Theology. As a licensed Associate Psychologist and certified Trauma Specialist, she specializes in various counseling therapies, including grief, trauma, domestic violence, depression, and anxiety.
In addition to her clinical work, Dawn serves on the Board of Visitors for the St. Catherine Correctional Centre, where she empowers inmates and hopes to influence rehabilitation policies. As a talented entrepreneur, she is the CEO and founder of D’Marie Institute Ltd., the founder of Dawn Marie Therapy, and the visionary behind L.I.F.E. Care Centre and MenTell Foundation for men.
Combining her extensive training and professional experience with a warm, engaging personality, Dawn is a reliable, detail-oriented, and multi-talented professional committed to enhancing the success of her clients and projects.
Follow Dawn Petgrave Smith on IG| linkedin|Fb @dawnmarietherapy | website: https://dawnmarietherapy.com/
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Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
In this episode, we speak with Rese Carter, MS, LDN, CNS, a Board-Certified Nutritionist, author, speaker, and competitive bodybuilder specializing in perimenopause, metabolic health, and functional nutrition. With over a decade of experience in the health and wellness space, she began her training in 2011 at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, later earning a Master of Science in Nutrition & Integrative Health from Maryland University of Integrative Health.
Rese has held leadership roles in the wellness industry, including serving as VP in a clean medicine company and SVP at a Food-as-Medicine startup, where she helped shape innovative approaches to personalized health. She also worked with the Army Wellness Center in Landstuhl, Germany, coaching soldiers and their families on nutrition and performance optimization.
Now, as the Founder, CEO, and Chief Clinical Officer of Rese Carter Lifestyles, she is redefining women’s health by blending science-backed nutrition with holistic strategies. As the author of Perimenopause Unlocked, Rese is passionate about educating and empowering women to navigate midlife with strength, resilience, and confidence. Through her clinical work, speaking engagements, and writing, she is on a mission to transform the way women approach hormonal health and metabolic well-being.
Today, we add our voices to the Perimenopuse Space to create further awareness of the topic.
Follow Rese Carter on IG @coachrese | website: www.resecarter.com
Get a copy of Perimenopause Unlocked → https://a.co/d/6jMMGwo
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Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
In this episode we speak with Suzette Buchanan, a visionary leader with a distinguished career spanning corporate, governmental, and media sectors. With over 14 years of experience in local representation, she has consistently driven transformative initiatives and fostered meaningful change.
As the CEO of Bellevue Hospital, Jamaica’s leading psychiatric institution, Suzette is deeply committed to enhancing mental health care. Her leadership ensures that Bellevue remains a crucial pillar of support for the community.
She has also served as CEO of Caymanas Track Ltd. and the Universal Service Fund, and contributed her expertise to boards such as JPS, JCDC, and Aeronautical Telecommunications of Jamaica. Currently, she is a commissioner for the Local Government Services Commission.
With a decade in radio and a graduate degree in International Business with Law, Suzette is known for building high-performing teams and achieving impactful results. Above all, she is a proud mother of two, Toniann and Tahj, and remains dedicated to service and community.
Today we add our voice to the Mental Health Space as we seek to create further awareness on the topic and encourage a different perspective regarding the stigmas associated with mental health.
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Friday Feb 10, 2023
Friday Feb 10, 2023
In this episode, we speak with Dawn about instances where her life has been interrupted.
- Divorce after 12 years
- Misappropriation of her funds by a trusted employee
- Having to close her business after 20 years during the pandemic and lost her livelihood.
We also talk about letting go and forgiveness, identifying opportunities in challenging times, using what God has equipped you with to turn your situation around and so much more.
About Dawn
Dawn Marie Petgrave Licensed Associate Psychologist |Motivational Speaker |Author Dawn is a member of the Jamaican Psychological Society (JAMPSYCH) who holds a Masters degree in Christian Counseling Psychology and degrees in Education & Theology. Dawn is a trained teacher and has been an educator for over fifteen years and a Beauty Mogul for more than 2 decades. She is currently pursuing studies in Forensic Psychology. Dawn is also a talented Entrepreneur and Motivational Speaker who is the CEO and founder of D’Marie Institute Ltd. and L.I.F.E. Care Centre. She has done extensive workshops in mental health; psychological first aid; trauma and grief and much more. She also facilitates corporate workshops in Customer Service, Professionalism, Corporate Grooming, and Balancing Mental Health and Work Life. Her training, education, and professional experience combined with her winning personality expose her clients to a dependable, detail-oriented, and multi-talented professional who enhances the success of all her projects.
Follow Dawn at https://www.facebook.com/DMarieInstitute on Facebook https://www.instagram.com/dmarieinstitute on IG
Visit them at 14-16, 8 West Ave, Kingston, Jamaica, or telephone - 1 876-672-4303
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Monday Feb 21, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
Join us for this podcast with Dr. Maxine Wilson Of Wilson's Way For Winning as she shares on The Power Of Asking. This is in presentation format and was extracted from our Increase 2022 Conference held earlier in January of this year.
Dr. Maxine Wilson is a consultant, coach, writer, and speaker with over 30 years of experience with public, private, and non-profit sector entities. Maxine is a reliable and resourceful visionary who resists status quos and limitations, pushing to find solutions to whatever challenges and obstacles stand in the way of opportunity. With a desire to help individuals, women-owned and minority-owned businesses grow, compete and thrive, Maxine is the founder of Wilson’s Way for Winning, providing leadership coaching, consultation on strategic management, professional development, and competitive positioning. Maxine is also a driven community activist and impassioned advocate, who builds alliances with everyone, fights for issues that affect our quality of life, and makes communities stronger.
We hope you will enjoy.
Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
In this episode we speak with Michelle T. Fanger is the founder of The Fanger Law Firm, PLLC. Michelle is a member of the
Florida Bar and is also licensed to practice before the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, and the United States Tax Court. She actively practices before Executive Office for Immigration Review (the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals).
Michelle has defended both corporations and individuals in numerous complex tax cases involving the Internal Revenue Service (IRS.) She has extensive experience in Immigration matters. She has represented clients on matters, including family-based petitions, such as green card, US citizenship, Violence Against Women’s Act (VAWA), and deportation. Her passion for assisting clients with their immigration matters was born out of her being an immigrant herself. Before starting her private practice, Michelle’s experience in immigration work began in the Immigrant Rights Clinic while she was still a student at Florida Coastal School of Law. She worked on asylum/refugee and deportation cases and successfully accomplished relief for clients in removal proceedings.
Michelle serves on the Voluntary Bar Liaison Committee of The Florida Bar and is a co-founder of Jamaicans United, Inc.
Michelle is the host of Legal Talk with Michelle Fanger on 99 Jams WUJM and she serves as Chair of the Jamaica Diaspora Legal Support and Immigration Taskforce.
Today we talk about all things Legal and much more. Tune in.
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Monday May 10, 2021
Monday May 10, 2021
In this episode we speak with Carla Williams Johnson, an award winning Media Marketing Specialist based in Trinidad & Tobago. Her company Carli Communications, offers marketing advice to entrepreneurs and business owners who are interested in building a business in the ‘real world’. She's been featured in many global publications including Forbes, Huffington Post, Thrive Global, Business Digest Magazine and many others. Today we talk all things marketing and the ways in which business owners can leverage marketing for growth. Join Us.
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Watch as Carla shares on 4 Pillars of Building a Brand Successfully https://youtu.be/vLdgu5Y2HdA.