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Marie J. Smith, J.D. posted a blog postIn January 2010, we began a monthly spotlight on Individuals Who DARE to LEAD. We are excited to provide you with a listing of our past honorees.
January 2010
Dr. Trudie Kibbie Reed
President
The GREAT Bethune-Cookman University
Daytona Beach, Florida
February 2010
Leon R. Williams
Former President & CEO
Bahamas Telecommunications Company, Ltd.
March 2010
Darryl R. Matthews, Sr.
Immediate Past International President
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
April 2010
Lincoln R. Deal, II
President, Achievers Association /
Graduating Senior, St. John’s College (High School)
May 2010
Gina Mortimer-Storr
A Leader in the Virtual Field
Cultural Activist
July 2010
Minister Ricardo Miller
Minister, Trainer, Speaker & Coach
August 2010
Yvette Register
Entrepreneur, Speaker and Freelance Writer
September 2010
Pastor Christopher Roberts
Visionary Leader, Talented Musician, Outstanding Guidance Counselor, Motivational Speaker, Man of God
October 2010
Dr. Patrick M. Sapini, DPM
Doctor, entrepreneur, and community servant
November 2010
Nadine McMillon
Education and Fraternal Leader and Community Activist
December 2010
Dr. Gwendoline Alpha Young Fortune
Educational Leader, Author, Community Activist
January 2011
Youth Leader Extraordaire, Human Resource Trainer, Business Consultant, Motivational Speaker, Man of God
February 2011
Educator, Sorority Sister, Student Affairs personnel, Leader, Scholar, friend
March 2011
Business Executive, Fraternal Leader, Community Activist, Man of God
April 2011
A tertiary-level educator and former college professor of Management Studies, a management trainer and consultant, an entrepreneur, a transformational leader and a motivational speaker.
May 2011
National Chair of the National Congress of Black Women and former Counsel to the U.S. Congress.
June 2011
Musician, Entrepreneur, Community Activist
July 2011
Motivational Speaker, Educational Consultant, Author, Granddaughter of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune and CEO of the Mary McLeod Bethune Legacy Preservation Institute, Inc.
August 2011
Author, Cancer Survivor, Single Mother,Community Activist, Scholar, Sorority Sister, Woman of God
September 2011
Fraternity Leader, Community Activist, Scholar, Gentleman, Technology Manager, Man of God
October 2011
Educator, Administrator, Civic Leader, Community Activist, Sorority Sister and Renowned Public Speaker
November 2011
Pastor, Author, Trainer, Teacher, Community Activist and Motivational Speaker
December 2011
Scholar, Survivor, Concern Citizen, Motivational Speaker
January 2012
Kingdom Ambassador, Motivational speaker, Teacher, Trainer, Mentor, Certified Public Accountant, Make-up artist, and Entrepreneur.
February 2012
Business and Sports Executive, Motivational Speaker, Community Activist, College Lecturer and Mentor
Individuals Who DARE to LEAD would like to say.........
Welcome to Individuals Who DARE to LEAD, an online community of international leaders who are making a difference in their respective communities. This is the perfect gathering for individuals who are committed to becoming better equipped leaders through this leadership network. Leadership is essential to personal & professional success. Therefore it is extremely important that we are prepared for each level of leadership that we called to serve. There’s a reason that leadership is such a prized commodity: great leaders help pave the way for the world to walk a path of excellence.
You are encouraged to fully participate in this online community through your involvement in the various discussions and blogs, designing of your personal page by posting your photograph, listing your leadership positions and networking with fellow members.
It is my hope that this community will inspire you in becoming an EXTRAORDINARY leader. Extraordinary leaders seem to generate synergy and inspire collaboration. They seem to make a difference in the lives of those whom they serve.
EXTRAORDINARY leaders have often been discovered during periods of great personal, spiritual, social, political and economic struggles or conflict. Leadership just seems to be born whenever there is a great need for an individual to bring a particular situation or group together towards a common goal.
As we are INSPIRED to LEAD, Let us seek the path that GOD has mapped for our life and pursue our goals with POWER, PURPOSE AND PRAY.
DARE to LEAD.......
Ricardo P. Deveaux, D.H.L
Creator
Vision2Lead.ning.com
Individuals Who DARE to LEAD

The final test of a leader is he leaves behind him in other men the conviction and will to carry on. — Walter Lippmann, journalist, author (1889-1974)
Posted by Joane theodule, M.P.A. on October 26, 2011 at 1:25am 7 Comments 3 Likes
From the time I was six until I was fourteen years old I was mentally, physically and sexually abused by my mothers’ husband and found myself with nowhere to live my junior/senior year during high school. Even at a very young age, necessity forced me to realize it was imperative to isolate myself from my family. Though deeply hurt and feeling emotionally distressed I wanted to die but I decided not to give up on me. And trust me, I have tried countless times to commit suicide. The…
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The Individuals Who DARE to LEAD, Online Leadership Group is pleased to introduce you to…
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Pictured above: Honorary Doctorate Degree Recipients Ricardo P. Deveaux - Class of 1990 and Lee Rhyant - Class of 1972 with The President of The GREAT Bethune-Cookman University - Dr. Trudie Kibbie Reed.
Bethune-Cookman University National Alumni Association - Legacy Magazine - Fall 2009
Inaugural Edition - Page 29 & 30
BY KARSCEAL TURNER…
Posted by Pernell Hill on February 24, 2010 at 9:22am 6 Comments 0 Likes
Reggie Bush was quoted as saying "I've always envisioned myself playing in big games, I've gotten chances to play in the big games, so I would say this feels like home, I know its the Superbowl; its fun and its amazing, but it feels like home, it feels like this where I am suppose to be"
I was inspired by Reggie's statement I decided to write something so to inspire you. The Superbowl, from an earthly perspective; there is no other event that can compare to it. It's ability to…
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In 1993, I was invited by the Guidance Department of H. O. Nash Secondary School to speak to a group of students who the school felt needed some encouragement. I must be honest, I was not feeling this assignment because I was afraid to speak to some young men whom I felt would not appreciate what I had to say. I remember arriving on campus still wishing to cancel the…
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There is a need for us to learn to praise the Lord as much for a closed door as we do an open door. The reason God closes doors is because He has not prepared anything over there for us. If HE…Continue
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In my morning devotion, I came away asking myself the following questions: Am I living a disciplined lifestyle? Am I careful about areas of sexual purity (my eyes, ears, heart & mouth)? Am I…Continue
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There have been many discussion in this group on leadership but today this is a question that is being asked for each member to consider and to answer. We want to see active participation on this…Continue
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Blue Ocean Strategy has been used world wide by marketing experts to demonstrate how to succeed despite your competition. This powerpoint presentation summarizes the Blue Ocean Strategy, which is a…Continue
Individuals Who DARE to LEAD
Recommended Readings
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Three of the recommended readings for the month are written by members of this Group. Please support them in their efforts.
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HE CHOSE ME
By: Katherine Kikivarakis-Laster
In her inspirational book, "He Chose Me," author Katherine Kikivarakis-Laster shares how God has worked in her life-and how He can work in your life as well.
The book goes on to share her two failed marriages, and her ordeal with breast cancer. In the midst of all her storms, she was confident God was present and making no mistakes about her life. She never lost Hope or Faith in God despite her many trials. She gives God praise for taking her through these various tribulations triumphantly and conquering the enemy.
The author provides a wonderful example for others as to how they, too, can achieve and be victorious against many odds-with God's help.
To place your order:
http://www.xulonpress.com/bookstore/bookdetail.php?PB_ISBN=9781612151229
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My Journey To Spiritual Restoration
by Ms. Gurmay Darlington; MSW,LCSW

Darlington had a rough start in life. At three months old, she was poisoned by her 12-year-old cousin. Burned and unable to swallow, she was in intensive care for several months, then discharged with a grim prognosis. But Darlington survived, only to grow up to face sexual abuse, rape, and domestic violence, plus a variety of serious medical conditions—cardiac problems, knee surgery, and the removal of a large and extremely rare tumor. Due to a medical condition, Darlington actually died and was brought back to life and began her spiritual restoration.
With the help of God, the Author and Finisher of her faith, Darlington was able to embrace the experiences that shaped her. Join Darlington on her journey to spiritual restoration, and experience the radiance that is neither electric nor sunlight but the healing light of the Lord.
About Ms. Gurmay Darlington; MSW,LCSW
Darlington was born in Guyana, South America; and grew up in Brooklyn, New York. She is a single parent and lives with her two children in North Carolina. She has been a Psychotherapist for 20 years; she is also a former Teacher; and CEO of her companies Global Internet Enterprises, LLC and Global International Counseling, LLC. She holds a Master’s of Social Work from Fordham University and a BS in Social Welfare from Adelphi University. She is also a certified special education teacher, a licensed therapist, a certified motivational speaker, and a best-selling author. Ms. Fraser-Darlington is featured in the book The Queens’ Legacy.
This book is available at the following:
http://www.outskirtspress.com/myjourney
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/books/product.aspx?r=1&ISBN=1432754602
http://www.amazon.com/dp/1432754602
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KEYS TO RELEASING THE POTENTIAL IN CHURCH WORKERS & VOLUNTEERS

In this one-of-a-kind book, you will learn how to stir-up, mobilize, excite and motivate church workers and volunteers to take a more active and committed role in their places of worship, in whatever country they are located.
Let’s face it—it is a major challenge today to keep church workers deployed, motivated, productive and fired up! High worker turnover is reportedly at unprecedented levels in many quarters.
The whole idea or concept of being a volunteer worker in a church has changed from bygone days! The motivation for giving church service out of a deep sense of love, devotion and gratitude to Christ and His Church is becoming increasingly difficult to find in today’s church workers. In serving, many workers are mentally processing the question, “What’s In It For Me (WIIFM)? This book gathers into one manual the essential information, tools, techniques and knowledge needed for effectively recruiting and energizing today’s church workers and volunteers and for moving them toward greater productivity and world-class performance.
Dr. Albert Ferguson combined his corporate management experience and background with his vast church leadership experience, gained both at home and abroad, to produce this work. Managers and supervisors in the business sector and supervisors in volunteer, non-profit organizations will find this book to be a god-send.
Secure a copy at the cost of $15 from The College of The Bahamas COPYRRIGHT Bookstore, BFM’s Faith Life Bookstore or ALBANIA ACADEMY located at East Street & Palm Tree Avenue, Telephone 242-325-4827.
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Gurmay Fraser-DarlingtonNew York, North Carolina, Guyana |
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Marie J. Smith, J.D.United States |
This group is designed for individuals who have been inspired to lead a business, community, civic, fraternal, religious or political group.
This section will be used to highlight a fellow member who DARE to LEAD.
Our 3rd Recipient for (March 2012) is
Foundation Chairman, Business Executive, Sorority Sister, Quiet Community Activist
Cyndi Williams- Rahming is a Diamond Life Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She is an active member of the Nassau, Bahamas Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. She is the former Chairman of the Fundraising Committee and served as Chairperson of the Arts & Letters Committee from 1998-2004. She has played an active role in Greekdom serving in several positions in the Nassau, Bahamas Council of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. She was Financial Secretary 2000-2002, Vice-President 2002-2004 and Council President 2004 - 2006. She was the 2nd female to head the Nassau, Bahamas Pan-Hellenic Council.
Since 2002, Mrs. Williams-Rahming has served as a member of the Planning Committee for the annual Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year Awards Program. In 2004, she was one of the individuals who were instrumental in the establishment of the Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year Foundation. She was the Founding President of the Foundation and currently serves as the Chairman of The Board of Directors of The Foundation. She has demonstrated a personal commitment to the Awards Program by donating on an annual basis, several scholarships to deserving students.
She is a former member of several Government Appointed Boards: Films & Cinemas Control Board, Co-Chair of the Immigration Committee of the Financial Services Consultative Forum, and a member of the Labour Review Commission. She is a Director of the PACE Foundation Board, as well as a Director at Caribbean Bottling Company Bahamas Ltd., Director of Mideci Investments Ltd., Director of Pickett Foods Limited, President of Pisari Investments Ltd., and President/Owner of Eunique Grafix Limited Advertising Agency. Although. Mrs. Williams-Rahming serve on numerous Board and Committee, she declines offers to be recognize for any work she does.
Mrs. Williams-Rahming is a Graduate of Fisk University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics and Business Management and Nova Southeastern University with a Master of Business Administration. She is the third child of Mr. & Mrs. Carleton W. Williams. Cyndi and her husband are members of Christian Life Church. She also attends St. Agnes Anglican Church. She is married to Rayford Rahming, Sr.
If you have any comments, concerns or suggestions for Individuals Who DARE to LEAD, kindly use the addresses below to contact us:
Individuals Who DARE to LEAD Group
P.O.Box N-4511
Nassau, Bahamas
Email: vision2lead2010@gmail.com
Telephone: 954-703-4592
Please visit:
http://www.ricardopdeveaux.com

Which countries are represented in Individuals Who DARE to LEAD?
The Bahamas

The United States of America

Barbados

Bermuda

Canada

Dominica

The Republic of Haiti
Israel

Jamaica

Kenya

Netherlands, Antilles

Nigeria

The Republic of Senegal

South Africa

St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands

Togo

Turks and Caicos Islands

"Our Destiny is not written for us but by us"
Barack H. Obama
44th President
United States of America

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“A great leader's courage to fulfill his vision comes from passion, not position.”
John Maxwell
American Author and motivational speaker

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You become a leader when you decide to be an original and not a copy.
~ Dr Myles E Munroe ~
Founder, President and Senior Pastor of Bahamas Faith Ministries International

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A leader takes people where they want to go. A great leader takes people where they don’t want to go but ought to be. —
Rosalynn Carter,
Former First Lady
United States of America

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"Excellence HAS NO LIMITS, we seek to impose
limits on Excellence"
George Zonicle
2006 Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year

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"A genuine leader is not a searcher for consensus but a molder of consensus."
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Civil Rights Leader
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“We have a powerful potential in our youth, and we must have the courage to change old ideas and practices so that we may direct their power toward good ends.”
Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune
Founder, Bethune-Cookman University, First Black US Presidential Advisor, Community Activist
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“Leaders, we must not forget, do not make themselves. They are made instead by
the people they lead, by the people who believe in them and by the people who are
prepared to follow them not out of fear, or because it may be the in-thing to do, or
because of some hypnotic spell, but because deep down there is a faith that moves them to lift us up to a height above their own in the hope that, from the lofty perch to which they have raised us, we can see what they cannot and, that having seen, we, as their leaders, can point the way forward into the tomorrows that await us all.
Sir Lynden Oscar Pindling
Prime Minister
The Commonwealth of The Bahamas
1967 – 1992
“Founding Father of The Bahamas”

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Everybody can be great... because anybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Civil Rights Leader
Daredevil Nik Wallenda says he's not happy about it but he'll probably be tethered to the tightrope that he plans to walk over Niagara Falls next month.
A soldier accused of planning to bomb Fort Hood troops in a restaurant last summer wore a mask in court for the first time Monday as a jury was selected in his federal trial.
CHICAGO (Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama urged Europe on Monday to strengthen its defenses against financial market turmoil and recapitalize its banks as part of a four-pronged strategy for tackling the euro zone crisis. European leaders have shown an increased resolve to address these issues, and there is a "consensus across the board" from France, Germany and other European countries, Obama said in remarks that suggest Europe is considering broadening its approach to resolving the euro zone's sovereign debt crisis. ...
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