Meet the Women Behind the Scenes

ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER

Lauren P. Winston, a native of Lansing, MI, is not your average Business Strategy Manager. She's a professional with deep roots, having been born and raised in the heart of Michigan. Her upbringing instilled in her the values of hard work, dedication, and a strong sense of community.

Beyond her professional life, Lauren plays multiple roles with ease. She's a devoted wife and a loving mother, skillfully balancing her career ambitions with her cherished family life. Her ability to excel in both arenas speaks volumes about her exceptional organizational skills and commitment to success.

Lauren's academic journey includes earning an MBA from Cornerstone University, setting a solid foundation for her career. Her commitment to excellence shines through her certification as a Certified Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP). Currently, she's on a mission to further broaden her skill set by pursuing Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Within the business world, Lauren is a master of her craft. She excels in process development, fine-tuning workflows to optimize operational efficiency. Her expertise also extends to implementing effective communication strategies, fostering collaboration across diverse professional settings. Her track record in streamlining operations, reducing costs, and nurturing key relationships positions her as a forward-thinking leader, ready to make a significant impact in any project, organization, or cause she takes on.

Lauren P. Winston's story is one of dedication, both in her professional pursuits and in her personal life. With a Midwestern work ethic, strong values, and a passion for excellence, she's poised to drive success wherever she goes.

ADVISORY COUNCIL CHAIR and MEMBER-AT-LARGE

Dr. Natohya Mallory is a clinical pharmacist working with chronic care patients in an adult clinic in Jacksonville, FL. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from The University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy in Memphis, TN. Dr. Mallory completed her undergraduate studies at Alabama State University in Montgomery, AL, where she received her Bachelors of Science degree majoring in Chemistry and minoring in Mathematics.

She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and takes pride in mentoring young women and encouraging them to aim high and reach their full potential.

As an associate professor with The University of Florida, Dr. Mallory precepts students from multiple pharmacy schools. She has a passion to serve the underserved and strives to make her community healthier.

Although she stays busy, she loves to travel and to give others the opportunities to explore the world. To flame this passion, she is an independent travel agent. She offers opportunities for domestic and international travel for groups, singles, and weddings.

Dr. Mallory grew up in the Metropolitan Atlanta Area and currently resides in Jacksonville, FL. Being able to experience various cities and backgrounds, she prides herself in being more open minded and recognizing the ever-changing challenges facing the black community.

Her goal is to empower women to strive for greatness, travel the world and build up a healthy community that will continue to knock down barriers. With an enthusiastic attitude, Dr. Mallory looks forward to lifting Black sisterhood, networking.

As a previous BGSC Tribe Founding President of the Jacksonville Chapter, Natohya looks forward to bringing a better membership experience to BGSC by service as the current Board Member and Advisory Council Member.

MERCHANDISE SPECIALIST

As a mother of three and a full-time supervisor at a local law firm, she proudly wears many hats. With a deep passion for style and design, she embarked on an entrepreneurial journey that led to the creation of Mytrendventure.com, an online boutique offering trendy accessories and clothing nationwide. Transitioning from designing for her own brand to assisting a friend with a workout brand, she co-founded YourDesignVenture, specializing in advertisement design for workout brands and beyond.

Active in her community, she serves on the Advisory Board and as Experience Director for Leading Ladies RVA, a group dedicated to empowering women in the business community through events and networking opportunities. She also collaborated with the SCL Global Policy Initiative on a Lupus Nephritis Task Force, playing a pivotal role in planning and hosting the event "Let’s Talk About Lupus Nephritis."

A firm believer in lifelong learning, she lives by the motto, "Always walk through life as if you have something to learn, and you will." Recently, she obtained certification as an AutoScript Certified Editor from The Court Reporting Academy.

Outside of her entrepreneurial, community, and professional pursuits, she enjoys socializing and has a particular fondness for historical fiction. Despite being a homebody, she rarely turns down an invitation to try new experiences.