Richey Workforce Inspires

09/04/2026

Still reflecting on the connections and conversations from Moving Forward With Purpose 2026.

One of the things I value most about opportunities like this is the community. Being in a room with women who are building businesses, leading organizations, creating opportunities, and supporting one another is always meaningful.

I’m grateful for the new connections, the familiar faces, and the conversations that continue long after the event is over.

There is so much value in being intentional about the rooms we enter and the relationships we build along the journey.

Grateful for the Women’s Business Center community and another opportunity to connect with incredible women in business across North Carolina.

Women’s Business Center of North Carolina - WBCNC
Jessica Booker

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

Washington, D.C. 🇺🇸

One of the highlights of my professional journey has been the opportunity to travel to our nation’s capital for government contracting training, professional development, and meaningful connection with an incredible GovCon community.

There is something powerful about being in rooms with business owners, industry professionals, government leaders, and experts who are committed to strengthening the small business and government contracting ecosystem.

The knowledge gained, relationships built, and conversations shared have continued to contribute to my growth as an entrepreneur and government contractor.

As I reflect on the journey, I’m grateful for the community, grateful for the growth, and grateful for every opportunity to continue learning, building, and expanding our impact.

Looking forward to returning to Washington, D.C. next year. 🇺🇸

Minority GovCon Summit
Latasha Brooks

09/01/2026

I DID IT!!! 😭📚🙌🏽

8.31.26 — MY BOOK IS OFFICIALLY PUBLISHED!

I set a goal to get this manuscript across the finish line by August 31st, and with just a few hours left on the clock… DONE! ✅

Not still writing it.
Not still planning it.
Not still talking about it.

PUBLISHED. 🎉

Whew! The edits, rewrites, formatting, late nights, second thoughts, and plenty of “let me look at this ONE more time.” 😂 But I kept going.

And now I’m sitting here looking at the words:

“Congratulations! Your Book was successfully published!”

God, THANK YOU. 🙌🏽❤️

Now comes the moment I’ve been waiting for…

Holding MY BOOK in my hands. 😭📖

AUTHOR has officially been added to the résumé! ✍🏽🔥

More details coming soon… 👀📚✨

08/31/2026

It is truly an honor to do this work and pour into the next generation. 💙💚

People often ask me, “Jessica, what exactly do you do?” Well… I get to take the work I do every day in business, workforce development, entrepreneurship, and marketing and bring it directly into the classroom.
This fall semester, I have the privilege of teaching more than 160 students, and we are already off to an awesome start!

Today, we’re talking about the 4 Ps of Marketing: Product, Price, Place, and Promotion but not just from a textbook. We’re connecting those concepts to real businesses, real customers, and real-world decisions.
That’s one of my favorite parts of teaching: helping students see how what they’re learning in the classroom shows up in the marketplace every single day.

It’s an honor to teach. It’s an honor to pour. And it’s an honor to help prepare the next generation for what’s ahead. ❤️

08/31/2026

It was an honor to serve as a panelist for the “Profit Outside the Box” panel at the Moving Forward with Purpose Conference hosted by Women’s Business Center of North Carolina - WBCNC.

From the conversations on the panel to the connections made throughout the day, the entire experience was a reminder of the power of being in the right rooms, sharing what you know, and being open to learning from those around you.

I’m grateful for the opportunity to share a little of my journey, the lessons I’ve learned along the way, and the wisdom that has come from simply doing the work.
Through it all, I give God the glory. When I look at the opportunities, relationships, and doors that continue to open, I don’t take any of it for granted.

Grateful for the opportunity, the connections, and the journey. Excited about what’s ahead. ❤️

08/21/2026

We’re officially ONE WEEK away from the Moving Forward With Purpose Conference!

On August 28th, we’re coming together in Raleigh for conversations around business, wealth, investing, growth, and what it really looks like to move forward with intention.

I’m honored to be joining the panel for Profit Outside the Box: Invest Smarter. Build Stronger. Live Wealthier.
Whether you’re building a business, growing your career, thinking differently about your money, or simply ready for your next level there’s something in the room for you.

📍 Raleigh, NC
📅 August 28th
Get your ticket and come join us! I’ll see you there. ❤️

https://theinstitutenc.org/mfwp26?utm_source

Women’s Business Center of North Carolina - WBCNC
National Institute of Minority Economic Development

08/19/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the NC Spotless Pros Powerwashing team! 🎉

We are excited to share that we have been awarded a contract to provide pressure washing services for more than 80 public schools in North Carolina.
This milestone is a testament to hard work, perseverance, and our commitment to delivering quality service with excellence.

A special thank you to our dedicated team, our clients, and everyone who has supported us throughout this journey. I'm especially grateful for my husband, Eric, who leads our field operations and works behind the scenes to ensure every project reflects our commitment to excellence.

We are honored by this opportunity and look forward to serving our communities with integrity, and excellence.

08/19/2026

This past weekend at the Stellar Gospel Music Awards was absolutely amazing, and I’m still taking it all in. Having the honor of watching my sister Kim Person experience this moment was truly special. So proud of her and all that she continues to accomplish. ❤️

08/05/2026

RFP Submitted.

There was a time when government contracting felt like a different world.

The language was unfamiliar. The process felt overwhelming.

Today, I submitted another proposal.

Not because it's easy, but because I stayed committed to learning the process.

One of the things I'm most grateful for in this season is that I get to teach from experience. Whether I'm in the classroom with college students or working with entrepreneurs, I'm not teaching theory I'm teaching what I'm actively doing.

Government contracting has taught me that success isn't about one proposal. It's about building systems, staying disciplined, and continuing to show up.

Will every proposal win?

No.

But every proposal builds capacity.
Every proposal strengthens your systems.
Every proposal prepares you for the next opportunity.

Today, I'm celebrating the submission not because I know the outcome, but because every submission is another step forward.

The work continues. On to the next opportunity. 💙