Marci BatisteMarci is CEO/Founder of Sweat Equity transformations, she is a professional speaker, published author and advocate for women. With nearly 30 years of corporate leadership experience in Retail Bank Operations and Executive Management Marci has a passin for service and helping others reach their maximum potential. She is the mother of two daughters, and currently resides in Chandler, AZ. Marci's first book Journey to find your Butterfly Potential and blogs, 'Live Life On Marz' and Be BRaaV use the transparency of her personal truths to stimulate thought provoking dialogue. She removes the mask from taboo topics such as self-esteem building, boundary setting and education / awareness about the epidemic of domestic violence. Her teachings cross socio-economic and racial boundaries to connect multi-cultural audiences spanning all seven continents. She is also the Founding President of the BRaaV Foundation which provides companies with the education and resources necessary to develop a proactive corporate protocol for response and reporting of incidences domestic violence experienced by their employees. She insists that every Work Place becomes a Safe Space. As a survivor herself, she knows it all starts with a conversation and a lot of education. Through access to her developmental programs Marci's committed to being a vessel for change and source of inspiration for young ladies as well. Infusing them with knowledge, self-esteem and financial tools to grow, develop and prosper through her youth programs. Athena Rising is a self-discovery program designed specifically for young ladies ages 14-18. Set for Success is a financial literacy platform for students grades K -12. Read More Read Less