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BOSS2BOSS MAGAZINE FOR FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS SUMMER 2023 ShMaroomnan Candidate for State VOTE Representative District 56 It's your right! Meet the Candidates Better Healthcare Better Mississippi BEAUTY AND WELLNESS

table of contents 0 2 EWDelcIoTmOeRto-oIuNr S-uCmHmeI rEIsFsue 05 ASK THE HR PROFESSIONAL Get answers to your HR questions by Monica Stewart Wilson. SHRM-CP 07 HILLMAN FRAZIER MS Senate District 27 08 TYREE JONES Re-Elect Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones 10 SHARON MOMAN Candidate for House District 56 11 MONIQUE MONTGOMERY Candidate for Justice Court Judge District 2 13 MARCUS WALLACE Candidate for Mayor of Hinds County, MS ERIC STROTHERS 1 5 Coach of the Year 17 MARY WILLIAMS Prep4Success 18 BRENDA B. MYERS Failing Forward 19 DR. TIMOTHY QUINN; MELISSA QUINN, MBA Beauty and Wellness 2 1 WOMEN FOR PROGRESS OF MS, INC. Boss2Boss Magazine Page 2

Editor-in- Chief SummerIssue Brenda B. Myers I am Brenda Myers, creator and editor-in-chief of Boss2Boss Magazine. This magazine was created for female entrepreneurs to have a platform to advertise their businesses, services, successes and achievements. It celebrates amazing women who continue to lead and make a difference in their community. I welcome you to our summer Issue. If you would like to advertise in this magazine, please email me at [email protected]. www.boss2bossmagazine.com Boss2Boss Magazine Page 3

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Monica Stewart Wilson Ask the HR ProfessionalBoss2Boss Magazine Page 3 How to Avoid a Workplace Retaliation Claim By Monica Stewart Wilson, SHRM-CP Part 3 of 3 Establish a Process for Handling Complaints In our last issue, we discussed the importance of knowing how to avoid common pitfalls that could lead to a retaliation claim and training to look for common pitfalls. As an entrepreneur, you may wear many hats, but if you have employees, it is important to recognize and establish a process for handling complaints. Employers should consider assigning a designated management official, or in-house counsel to review proposed employment actions and ensure they are based on legitimate nondiscriminatory and nonretaliatory reasons. Also ask clarifying questions and seek additional information to ensure you fully understand the employee’s concern but being proactive when employees raise concerns about potential EEO violations is key. In summary, consistency is key. Failing to apply policies evenly can lead to perceptions that certain workers are being singled out for filing a complaint or participating in a workplace investigation. Employers should ensure they have a strongly written anti-retaliation policy that is communicated to all staff and you should also clearly inform employees that retaliation is prohibited and that they should report any perceived retaliatory behavior immediately. Your policy should be written in plain language and should include the following: examples of retaliatory actions, proactive steps to avoid actual or perceived retaliation, a reporting mechanism for raising concerns about retaliation and a clear explanation that employees may be disciplined or fired for engaging in retaliatory behavior. “Ask the HR Professional” articles do not necessarily represent the views of the magazine or Monica Wilson. This article is designed to provide accurate information with regard to the subject matter covered. It is published with the understanding that the author is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting, or other professional services. If legal advice or other expert assistance is required, the services of a competent professional person should be sought. Boss2Boss Magazine Page 5

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SENATOR HILLMAN T. FRAZIER RE-ELECT HILLMAN FRAZIER SENATE DISTRICT 27 Senator Hillman Terome Frazier represents District 27 in Hinds County. He is chairman of the Senate Interstate and Federal Cooperation Committee and Vice Chairman of the Labor Committee. He is also a member of the Appropriations, Constitution, Elections, Insurance, Investigate State Offices, Joint Legislative Code Compilation, Judiciary Division A, Public Health and Welfare, Rules and Universities and Colleges Committees. He has also served as a member of the Special Committee for the Election Contest of House and Senate Seats. Before beginning his Senate Service in 1993, he was a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives for 13 years. Senator Frazier was born in Jackson, Mississippi. He is a graduate of Jackson State University and George Washington University’s University National Law Center. He successfully completed the “Program for Emerging Political Leaders” at the Darden Graduate School of Business Administration at the University of Virginia in 1999. In 2000 he was nominated and selected to participate in the “Executive Seminar for Southern Legislators” at the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In 2001 he was selected to participate in the “Governing in the Global Age Seminar” at the George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs. He also studied as a Fannie Mae Foundation Fellow at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government in 2001. A life-long learner, Senator Frazier graduated Summa Cum Laude from Hinds Community College December 14, 2012 with a degree in “Automobile Collision Repair Technology.” Senator Frazier’s legislative accomplishments are quite extensive. In 1995, he led the Mississippi Legislature in ratifying the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution which abolished slavery in the United States of America. The State of Mississippi refused to ratify the Amendment in 1865. He also did the research and authored the Compulsory School Attendance and Public Kindergarten Bills, which became the cornerstone of the Education Reform Act of 1982. Senator Frazier authored the bill, which made Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday an official state holiday in Mississippi. As Chairman of the House Judiciary “A” Subcommittee, he successfully fought for the passage of the Mississippi Crime Victims Compensation Act, which compensates the victim of violent crimes up to $15,000. He also authored and secured passage of the Landlord Tenant Act, which governs housing standards and rental agreements in Mississippi. During the 2006 Legislative Session he fought for the passage of a law that removed breast-feeding from the indecent exposure and the disturbance the peace sections of the Mississippi Code. In 2006 Senator also authored Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 627 which created a Study Committee for the purpose of studying the feasibility of establishing a Civil Rights Museum in the City of Jackson, Mississippi. He co-chaired the committee that made the recommendation to establish the Two Mississippi Museums that opened in December 2017. Senator Frazier has been the recipient of many awards including the “Justice for Animals Award” by the Mississippi Citizens Against Animal Cruelty in March, 2022; the “Lifetime Achievement Award” by the Community Health Center Association of Mississippi on January 29, 2019; the “Lifetime Achievement Award” by the National Black Caucus of State Legislators in December, 2019; the “Breast man of the Year Award” by the North Mississippi Breastfeeding Coalition and the Mississippi Breastfeeding Coalition in 2016; the “2016 Day at the Capitol Appreciation Award” by the State and Capitol Area Chapters of AARP in 2016; the “Global Understanding and Cultural Advocate Award” by the Mississippi World Trade Center in 2014, just to name a few. He and his wife Jean Maria reside in Jackson and have two children, Julian and Gabrielle Jones, daughter-in-law Erica, grandson Kristopher Julian and granddaughter Kawaii Joi and son-in-law Jimmy Jones.

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RE-ELECT HINDS COUNTY SHERIFF TYREE JONES \"Leadership is not a position or a At the age of 43, Jones was the youngest elected Sheriff in title, it is action and example.\" the history of Hinds County. Jones is an esteemed member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Gamma Rho Chapter, - Sheriff Tyree Jones Tougaloo College. He and his wife Monya are the proud parents of Chandler, Morgan, and Adyson, and reside in the City of Jackson, MS where they serve the community through various civic organizations to include Sheriff Jones being a member of the Boys and Girls Club of Central MS Board of Directors. He also mentors and speak to youth throughout the schools and communities. Sheriff Jones and his family are members of Cade Chapel MBC, Pastor Reginald Buckley. During his tenure, he has been responsible for leading the agency to receive a State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Accreditation for the first time in the history of the Hinds County Sheriff’s Office. He has also implemented the highest pay raise for operations deputies and detention officers, secured over one million dollars of ARPA funds to upgrade technology and fleet. Newly purchased body Sheriff Tyree Jones comes to the office of Sheriff for Hinds County, cameras and a new body camera policy has also been Mississippi as a seasoned and experienced law enforcement implemented under his leadership. For the first time in many administrator, with the knowledge and expertise to fulfill the years, Sheriff Jones has re-established programming in the obligations and responsibilities regarding the safety of Hinds Hinds County Detention Centers for a GED program with County. His uninterrupted consistent service and dedication to the Hinds Community College and a new partnership with Hinds community through public service distinguishes his qualifications County Re-Entry to reduce recidivism for detainees. and prepared Sheriff Jones for the task of leading Hinds County as Several task force positions with federal and state agencies the highest-ranking law enforcement officer for the county. Sheriff have been fulfilled and Sheriff Jones has increased both Jones graduated from St. Joseph Catholic High School in the spring state and federal training opportunities for his personnel. He of 1996 before going on to study at Tougaloo College and Belhaven is avid about having a diverse command staff and he is a firm University in Business Administration. He is currently studying believer in women serving in leadership positions and Criminal Justice-Corrections at Jackson State University. He began providing leadership training to his staff. A newly formed his career in law enforcement at the age of 22, as an Honor partnership with Jackson State University School of Liberal Graduate of the 28th Recruit Class of the City of Jackson Police Arts has created a first ever paid internship program for Academy. Jones served 20 consecutive years with the City of college students studying criminal justice to work at the Jackson Police Department from police recruit, through the ranks Hinds County Sheriff’s Office while also receiving a letter to the position of Commander prior to his departure. During his grade upon completion of the program. Lastly, Sheriff Jones tenure with JPD, he served in various divisions, including Patrol was invited to the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Operations, DEA Task Force, Robbery/ Homicide Detective, Patrol Leadership Development Program in Quantico, VA, a training Sergeant, Investigations Sergeant, Commander of Violent Crimes provided to law enforcement executives throughout the Division, Public Information Officer, and SWAT Logistics Officer. He country and other countries. He has recently completed also received numerous awards for excellent work and leadership phase one of the program in Woodbridge, VA and looks exemplified. In 2019, the late Sheriff Lee D. Vance appointed Jones forward to completing phase two in August 2023. to Captain of CID where he served until winning the special election in November 2021 following Vance’s death. Boss2Boss Magazine Page 9

\"Why elect another SMhoamroann man when you can elect a MoMAN.\" I KNOW what it is like to rush a child to the hospital who’s having an asthma attack. I KNOW what it is like to walk into a hospital room and see your mother laying in bed and the words spoken….”it’s cancer” I KNOW what it is like to say yes to the doctor to turn the life support system off and see your sister breathe her last breath. I KNOW what it is like to say “I’ll go next year to the specialist” because there are no extra monies for co- pay. I KNOW what it is like to take care of a veteran family member. I KNOW my fellow Mississippians. I will draft legislation to assure the viability of Mississippi has 174 legislatures. Only 15% are a safe, accessible and affordable healthcare women with a total number of 25. That’s not equal system that is available to all of the citizens of representation for a state whose population is the state. 51.4% women. I will not only fight for health equity, but I will fight for housing equity, criminal justice equity and employment equity. I’m on assignment from God as I take this journey and I’m bold and courageous enough to run for a seat never held by a woman. A seat currently held by the Speaker of House. District 56 encompasses three cities: Clinton, Flora and Madison and two counties Hinds and Madison General election will be held on November 7, 2023. Please visit www.sharonmoman.org to learn how you can volunteer and donate to this campaign. Boss2Boss Magazine Page 10

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Monique Montgomery CANDIDATE FOR JUSTICT COURT JUDGE HINDS COUNTY DISTRICT 2 Election day for Hinds County, MS is August 8, 2023. Exercise your right to vote! Boss2Boss Magazine Page 12

MARCUS WALLACE Candidate for Mayor 2025 Marcus L. Wallace is a former two term Mayor of Edwards, Mississippi, which is in the heart of Hinds County and located in the Central District. Wallace has been successful at garnering local, state, and national notoriety. He is one of the few mayors in the state of Mississippi who has received a Congressional Record by the U.S. House of Representatives. Wallace is not only well- liked and a favorable Democrat in Hinds County, but he is also very well-respected among African Americans with the Central District. In addition, former Mayor Wallace has developed relationships with local and state leaders within community and faith-based arenas. He has earned recognition over the years for being president of one of the fastest growing minority construction firms in the state, M.A.C. & Associates, LLC. He serves on the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Board and has been very active in the lives of several young men in schools, churches and communities through his AAU organization, Edwards Bulldogs. Wallace has earned several awards such as Phi Beta Sigma Image Award, Respect Our Black Dollars Businessman of the Year Award, and a host of others. He is a graduate of Southern University A & M, and he is the father of three children, Essence, Dejah and Marcus II. In addition to his vast array of accomplishments, Wallace is known for his passion towards working within the community of Hinds County. Wallace is the most likely primary contender to be reckoned with within the Hinds County Central District, which is the largest and most populated county. His vision to provide “New Energy and a New Era” is a message that will connect with the ever- growing democratic base of young professionals and young adults between the ages of 25 to 45. Wallace has strong community and historic ties of loyalty with voters 55 and older that will guarantee a grass roots voter participation outreach program that is second to none. Boss2Boss Magazine Page 13

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Mary L. Williams is a Transformational Speaker, Co- Author and Health and Wellness Lifestyle Coach that believes you have to first change your mental state, before you can change your physical state. Founder and CEO at Prep4Success, LLC, a meal prep and small events catering business; Perrls of Wellness, LLC a Health & Wellness Coaching business and Ladies Living Well, Inc., a faith-based nonprofit 501(c) 3 organization that is Inspiring, Encouraging and Uplifting young women from all walks of life. She has trained extensively in Whole Health Coaching. She is a Registered Nurse with a BSN from the University of South Carolina and an MSN from the University of Hawaii. She has over 25 years in the healthcare field and has worked in various areas of nursing with a vastly diverse population. We are spotlighting Prep4Success in this article. This is a meal prep and small event catering service business, where she provides low-carb, diabetic-friendly, high protein, and properly proportioned meals that support a healthy lifestyle. She offers a variety of menus based on seasons, trends, and customer preferences. Our Mission Mary L. Williams at Prep4Success is to help move you from Dieting to CEO & Founder at Prep4Success Meal Prep Deciding to Live a Happier, Healthier, More Fulfilled Life, one meal at a time! BossB2oBsoss2sBMosasgMazaignaezPinaegePa1g7e 9

Failing Forward By Brenda B. Myers The concept of failure is often associated with negativity and disappointment, yet one cannot deny that it is an inevitable aspect of life. However, what if I tell you that failure can lead to success? Yes, failing forward is a concept that revolves around seeing failures as opportunities for growth and learning rather than setbacks. It is about embracing the challenges that come with failing, analyzing the mistakes and shortcomings, and applying the lessons learnt to future goals and tasks. The truth is, every successful person in history has faced failure at some point in their journey, but what sets them apart from the rest is how they viewed and dealt with this failure. They took ownership of their failures and turned them into stepping stones towards success. Failing forward requires us to shift our perspective and see failure not as a roadblock, but as a tool that can help us become better versions of ourselves. It is through failures that we discover what works and what doesn't, and we use this knowledge to improve our strategies and approaches. The path to achieving our goals is not always smooth, and we should embrace this fact. Failing forward allows us to build resilience and perseverance, making us better equipped to overcome future obstacles. In conclusion, failing forward is not a weakness, but a strength. It is an attitude that allows us to grow and learn from our mistakes, and take calculated risks in the pursuit of our objectives. I encourage you all to adopt this mindset and turn your failures into opportunities for success. Remember, it's not about how many times we fall, but how many times we get back up. Boss2Boss Magazine Page 18

BEAUTY AND WELLNESS AS AN ADDITION TO TRADITIONAL FAMILY MEDICINE by Dr. Timothy Quinn; Melissa Quinn, MBA There is a connection between feeling good and looking good. In many instances, looking good can lead to feelings of confidence, power, and a greater state of health. As someone who had the privilege to work in retail for over a decade before obtaining my master's in business and healthcare administration, I can confidently give a first-hand report that this is true. Some may perceive it as shallow if you want to look good with what you're wearing or if you’ve enhanced your appearance with makeup or minor cosmetic procedures. I want to ask, “What’s wrong with wanting to be the best version of yourself as you truly deserve?” Through most of high school and college, I helped so many customers that were going through a difficult time in life rediscover their “beauty” and helped them regain their confidence, happiness, and remind them that they are the special person that they never stopped being. While helping our patients reach a more excellent state of health is vital, providing aesthetic services to help them look and feel like the best version of themselves, as they deserve, is equally as important! Feeling beautiful gives, us confidence in who we are, who we want to be, and our relationships and interactions with others. Boss2Boss Magazine Page 19

PAMECLA oJUnNgIOraRt,uDliraetcitoonr osfeTwo Mississippi Museums BOSS2BOSS Magazine Congratulates you on your retirement and on a job well done. Boss2Boss Magazine Page 20

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Women for Progress of MS, Inc. Women for Progress of MS celebrates 45 Years of Community Service: We uplift the work of our 2023 Women Leading Change Honorees. Woman in Arts- Sharricka Evans Woman in Business - Dorothy Thompson Community Champion - Keisha Coleman Woman in Education- Dr. Jennifer Young Wallace Woman in Healthcare- Loretta Jackson-Williams, MD, PhD, FACEP Woman in Law - Judge Toni Walker Terrett Woman in Politics and Government- Zakiya Summers Woman in Nonprofit - Ellen Collins Woman in Technology- Dr. Amber Johnson Avery Women on the Rise: Shequite Johnson Angela Grayson Arielle Hudson Maisie Brown Boss2Boss Magazine Page 22

Women for Progress of MS, Inc. Women for Progress of MS, Inc. celebrates 45 Years of Community Service: We uplift the work of the 2023 Women Leading Change Honoree Organizations. Thanks for your service to our communities. Foot Print Farms – Cindy Ayers Lighthouse for Black Girls – Natalie Collier The Bean Path – Dr. Nashlie Sephus Junior League of Jackson Girl Scouts of MS MS BWR, Cassandra Welchlin One Voice, Nsombi Lambright Hayes RECH Foundation, Pauline Rogers Magnolia Medical Foundation, Dr. Erica Thompson Women’s Foundation of MS, Tracie DeVries Southern Poverty Law Center, Waikinya Clanton Oxfam America, Theresa G. Kennedy Boss2Boss Magazine Page 23

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