As the CEO and Founder of Drastic Results Marketing & Sales Coaching, Toni Harris Taylor helps entrepreneurs and franchise professionals grow their businesses by building authentic relationships. Her mission? To inspire, connect, and equip business owners with the right strategies to Show Up, Be Up, and Follow Up to Blow Up!
Based in Houston, TX, but working nationally and internationally, Toni’s impact stretches far and wide. Through business coaching, networking training, and franchising consulting, she empowers entrepreneurs to develop strong marketing strategies, build valuable community connections, and create revenue-generating opportunities. She’s not just a coach—she’s known as The Coach that Connects™, opening doors for her clients through her global network of business leaders and decision-makers.
One of her most significant milestones was purchasing a franchise herself. This experience opened her eyes to the power of franchising as a path to business ownership and generational wealth. Seeing the lack of women and people of color in the space, Toni launched Drastic Franchise Matchmakers and Multicultural Franchise Connectors to educate and connect underrepresented communities with franchise opportunities.
Toni’s advice? “Your network is your net worth. Success isn’t about what you know—it’s about who you know and who knows you. Be intentional about building relationships, showing up in the right rooms, and following up with purpose.”
Ready to take drastic moves in your business? Connect with Toni at DrasticResults.com to learn more about the first step toward getting the drastic results your business deserves!
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At Occasions On Main, every event is more than just a celebration—it’s a story brought to life. Founded by Maxine Baptiste, this Black Woman Owned event venue and planning business in Lithonia, GA, is redefining customer service, personalization, and community impact.
Maxine’s journey began with resilience. Becoming a mother at 15, she defied the odds, channeling her challenges into a passion for curating unforgettable experiences. With an eye for detail and a heart for service, she built a business that transforms dreams into reality, whether it’s a milestone birthday, an executive gathering, or a lavish wedding.
But Occasions On Main is more than a venue. Maxine is committed to giving back, hosting coat drives, gifting spa days to single mothers, and relaunching her nonprofit for teen girls in 2025. Her biggest achievement? Her mother witnessing her success before passing from cancer. Now, with plans to expand into Canada and open a Breakfast Bar, she’s just getting started. Her advice? Never compare your journey—your success is your own.
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Instant Imprints, led by Mimi Wright, is a Black Woman Owned business providing branding and marketing solutions in Clear Lake and Sugarland, Texas. Since taking over the business in June 2024, Mimi has brought her 30 years of event planning and fundraising expertise to help small businesses, organizations, and individuals stand out with high-quality custom apparel, promotional products, signage, and print marketing solutions.
Mimi shares that Instant Imprints is more than a business, it’s a community-driven platform dedicated to empowering minority- and women-owned businesses. From custom t-shirts to eye-catching banners and cutting-edge Direct-to-Garment (DTG) printing, Mimi ensures that every product is tailored to reflect her clients’ unique visions and goals.
A proud recipient of MWBE and HUB certifications from the City of Houston, Mimi’s commitment to excellent service and genuine relationships has opened doors to exciting opportunities with school districts and corporate sectors. Her advice to aspiring entrepreneurs? “Invest in relationships and show up authentically. Your network and authenticity will set you apart.”
Looking ahead, Mimi is focused on expanding Instant Imprints’ services, growing digital outreach, and continuing to make a lasting impact on the community. She is also celebrating Instant Imprints being named one of Houston’s Best Printing Services by HTOWN’s Best, an honor that reflects the team’s dedication to delivering exceptional products and services to their community.
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Founded by Nia Weeks and Damien D. Smith, Detangled is platform integrating storytelling, legal education, and social activism through immersive travel and community-driven experiences. They empower attorneys, advocates, and policymakers to engage in Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs that deepen cultural competency, social justice advocacy, and economic development. These programs equip legal professionals with critical skills in financial equity, business law, movement lawyering, and international trade. From flexible virtual courses to in-depth workshops, Detangled ensures participants gain practical knowledge applicable to real-world advocacy.
In 2020, Detangled launched “The Road to 300K: Detangling the Vote,” a civic engagement initiative mobilizing Black women across Louisiana, increasing voter registration, and amplifying political power. The campaign reached over 270,000 Black women voters, engaged more than 50,000 Black women and 5,000 allies, and built a coalition of 120 Black-women-led organizations.
Since then, Detangled has expanded globally, executing over 280 projects in four countries. They’ve supported political campaigns, produced award-winning films and television shows, developed education programs, and consulted with governments and institutions on advocacy and policy. As Nia Weeks says, “Don’t move outside the box, move as if there is no box!” To learn more, visit dtangling.com.
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The Purposeful Girl is an organization dedicated to providing mentorship to young girls between the ages of 8 and 19. They specialize in helping young girls grow in self-confidence and self-love. They offer a safe and supportive environment where girls can receive guidance and connect with like-minded peers.
They do this by hosting workshops and providing one-on-one mentorship. Their vision is to reach young girls beyond the DFW area and see their program implemented in schools and centers. The Purposeful Girl is dedicated to building a safe place and community for girls to be transparent, confident, and grow.
Wilson Marshall PR + Special Events is a New York City based boutique communications company performing influencer relations, public relations, strategic partnerships, social media and special event services. The company was established in 2012 by award-winning Founder and Director Kim Marshall.
