Who We  Are

For as long as I can remember, my mother never missed a day of work. She was fiercely dedicated, yet year after year, she fell short of advancing in title or pay. At her peak, she earned just $23,000 annually to support my sister, my brother, and me.

​

When the pandemic hit and her health declined after a decade of stress, I realized she wouldn't live to reach the average life expectancy. This harsh reality led me to reflect deeply on the systemic barriers that contributed to her struggles.

​

After founding OPUA Agency, focusing on behavioral change marketing, I uncovered a wealth of research on fair work practices—or the glaring lack of them. I found that Black women, in particular, feel misaligned with employers' DEI policies and programs. Even more troubling, Black women earn just $0.58 for every dollar white men make.* Through my work and personal experience, it became clear that Black women are underrepresented in leadership, and these inequities significantly impact their health. My mother’s story was a painful example.

​

As a mother of two daughters, these facts hit home even harder. Witnessing my mother's battle with chronic stress and preventable diseases fueled by systemic inequities showed me the unique health hazards we face. Her story, and mine, are unfortunately part of a much larger narrative.

​

Today, I’m sharing my journey, coaching emerging professionals, and creating behavioral change marketing campaigns to inspire others to prioritize their #FutureHealthNow. My hope is to leave a legacy where at least one million people are heart-centered in their professional and personal lives, achieving health, happiness, and harmony. ❤️

​

*Source: Black Women's Health Imperative Fair Work Initiative.

The Future Health NOW Foundation envisions a world where women, families, and underserved communities thrive by prioritizing their health, happiness, and well-being. Our mission is to empower individuals—especially professional BIPOC women, student parents, and marginalized populations—to:

1. Lead Heart-Centered Lives
   Equip women and families with tools to balance careers, caregiving, and self-care, fostering healthier, more fulfilling lives.

2. Prevent Chronic Disease
   Advance health equity by providing access to preventive education, wellness programs, and culturally relevant resources that empower early action and lifelong health.

3. Inspire Generational Transformation
   Break cycles of poor health by nurturing a culture of wellness, encouraging families to embrace healthy habits and overcome systemic barriers to success.

4. Foster Economic and Educational Mobility
   Support student parents and underserved women with resources that improve their well-being, educational opportunities, and economic stability to build brighter futures.

5. Create Resilient Communities
   Partner with local leaders, nonprofits, and institutions to drive awareness, implement solutions, and build sustainable support systems that prioritize whole-person wellness.

​