Crowned Christian Women
Executive Table at Regent University 
April 9, 2026

Ambassador Michelle Boone-Thornton, Ph.D., is a certified mental health provider, educator, and Regent University leader with 25+ years in counseling, child welfare, and academic leadership.

Cari Bordley is a strategist and business architect helping high-capacity women leaders overcome burnout, align vision and execution, and build impactful, purpose-driven businesses and teams.

Annetta Caldwell is a speaker, author, and ministry leader helping others overcome trauma, addiction, and past wounds through faith, healing, and the transformative power of Jesus.

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Reverend Michelle Ellis Young leads YWCA South Hampton Roads, championing equity, civic engagement, and community impact while supporting pastors through intentional rest and leadership care.

Dr. Karen Hills Pruden is a leadership and organizational strategist, Norfolk State University executive, and founder of Sister Leaders Conference, advancing women’s leadership, strategic influence, and high-performance organizational cultures.

Nikki Curry is a transformational speaker and visibility strategist empowering leaders to rise above underestimation, lead with God given authority, and expand influence through authentic, strategic communication.​

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Destiny Cochran is a worship leader, former youth leader, and a student at Regent University.

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Maishia Johnson is a seasoned HR leader and strategic partner with over two decades of experience advancing employee development, strengthening teams, and driving organizational growth through coaching, training, and aligned leadership execution, and CEO of MaiDLynn's Chic Boutique.

LaShawna Epps equips individuals to break free from the pressures of chronic stress, empowering them to build self-awareness, strengthen self-regulation, and apply proven strategies to lead with clarity, resilience, and control in life and leadership.

Lemika Early is a faith-driven author, advocate, and founder of Poetic Angels LLC, using the power of written word to uplift individuals with disabilities, build confidence, and inspire transformation through her 6 Pillars™ framework that turns adversity into purpose.