Success Stories

Fantastic and very resourceful Professor. So much knowledge that indeed needs to be spread to the mass. She knows how to bring out the best of you. I still think of her words of wisdom when I am writing a paper. It has not failed me. Follow her instructions, you will definitely succeed in all your classes. Thank you Professor, you are truly an inspiration.

Houleye Sy,

Senior Interpreter @NYS Unified Court

Minister Nefera is an innovator and master facilitator who produces results with every endeavor. One such example was her group mentoring, women empowerment, and community building workshop "This Sister Talks" Paula engaged her audience from personalized pre-event media and communication, to the hand made refreshments and detailed agenda. Her range of leadership, compassion, organization, and public speaking skills were all in effect resulting in a larger audience each month and high praise reviews from participants. Paula can take on any challenge because she brings poise, professionalism, confidence, and charisma to the space.

Sapphire Howard,

Finance Procurement Manager @CUNY Graduate School

Mrs. Lawton is one of the most accomplished, open, and giving individuals I have ever had the pleasure to work with. Endeavoring together through an incredibly challenging course of personal and professional growth, she was always a reliable source of information, comfort, and compassion. I have no doubt in my mind that she would be successful in any environment.

Eric Seader,

Technical Client Manager @Thomson Rueters

Minister Nefera, as a coach, has proven a brilliant sounding board and support for me in managing my team, while working to launch an event for my organization, Shades of Pink. Her insights into the business world as well as her coaching techniques are second to none, and I have enjoyed her capacity to suggest the right approach at the right time. I asked Paula to join the panel and share her insights as it pertains to sisterhood and collaboration, when I received the post-event surveys, Paula's talk was one of the most favored highlights of the event. I would definitely recommend her for senior executives who would want to win the "hearts and minds" of their staff, as well as steer their style in a more collaborative and inclusive focused environment.

Helene Sanoussi,

Senior Executive Assistant

Coordinator and Certified Life Coach

As a student who had the honor to experience Career Development with Paula Sow, I was awarded with her guidance as I sought advancement in my career or possibly exploring a new one. Her multidisciplinary curriculum, practical hands-on experience, and trainings done through workshops and internship placement allowed me to develop the skills I needed to achieve my career objectives.

Courtney Cox,

C.B.O. Program Director

Business/Corporate Clients

I had the great opportunity to work with Paula this spring, while participating in a leadership program and again this fall while launching my organization, Shades of Pink. From day one, I noticed Paula’s distinct listening, keen observation, vast knowledge, care and attention. She is one who respects and holds pristine space for one’s individual development, while providing authentic coaching and advice that moves you forward. Paula’ approach is pure and straight. Not one to shy away from the difficult conversations, she is committed to her clients’ breakthroughs, providing success tools they can utilize in their everyday life. Her versatility working intimately with clients 1:1 or in a group setting is unrivaled, making her an asset to various organizations. She is committed to the objective and efficiently executes the desired outcome, bringing compassion and wholeness to any space.

Helene Sanoussi,

Senior Executive Assistant

Coordinator and Certified Life Coach

This Sister Talks, Innova Life

Facilitator/Content Consultant

FairyGodMother Foundation

Marie Dee

Success Strategist/Business Consultant

Happy Elephant Spa

Angelique St.

Success Strategist/Business Consultant

WordUp Cafe

Sharron F.

Social Media Content Contributor

Ian's Coffee Shop

Odessa P.

Business Consultant

Shades Of Pink

Speaker/ Panelist

Mizz P

Amber P.

Success Strategist/Business Consultant

Charles Barron (Caroline Walker-Diallo, Municipal Court Judge)

Campaign, Media and Image Consultant

Mayetha Johnson

Style and Image Consultant

Contracted Freelance

Help I Family Shelter

Conducted Professional Development Workshops for developing professional.

New York Foundling

Provided Youth in foster care with Independent Living Skills Workshop and one on one coaching support.

Padel, Nadel, Fine and Weinberger

Independent Auditor.

Palladium Family Services

Delivered Empowerment Workshop to Domestic Violence Survivors.

Visiting Nurse Services of New York

Conducted Customer Service and Sales trainings.

GreenHope

Provided workshop for survivor community living within this temporary residents.

Graham Windham (Sub-Contractor Hey There Beautiful/Deus Fortis)

Provided health and wellness workshop In-service training for foster parents.

Restoration Corporation, Jobs Plus

Start up site launch, new hire orientation, program and outreach coordination, business development, relationship and community partner database, workshop and info session launch.

Volunteer, Affiliates and Community Partnerships

Office of the Mayor, International Relations & Diasporic Affairs

Sworn African Commissioner

Sacred Woman Global Village (Queen Afua Wellness University)

Sacred Woman Practitioner In the Making Mentor

Metropolitan College of New York

Business Alumni Board-Treasurer

Community Board #5

Former Board Member

Activate Worldwide, INC

WeNation Ambassador