b.Marcell Williams
A renaissance woman for the new millennium – b.Marcell McClure Williams represents a new era of womanhood; achievement in the pursuit of professional, personal and spiritual success. As a role model, b.Marcell demonstrates beauty, youth, class, and intelligence.
Mrs. Williams, founder of Jewels, Inc., is a social entrepreneur who united her passions and talents to create platforms that serve youth and the community-at-large. The purpose of Jewels, Inc., is to empower young urban girls, called Jewels, as future leaders through, education, training, and social activism. The organization currently consists of Enrichment Programs for both the female and male population, including: Jewels (female college student mentors), Gentlemen for Jewels (male college student mentors), Junior Jewels (middle and high school mentees), Junior Gentlemen (middle and high school mentees), TenderSTONES (elementary mentees) and Gents (elementary mentees). The mission is to provide venues where urban young girls can acquire understanding of technical as well as social skills necessary to assume leadership roles through actual practice. The Jewels serve as community role models for other urban youth. b. Marcell was honored for founding Jewels, Inc., and the work she has done in the community by the Lady Diva Corporation June of 2009; Worldwide Who’s Who in 2012; The Top Ladies of Distinction May of 2014; and was awarded the Pursue Your Purpose Social Entrepreneurs/Humanitarian Award in April 2015. She has been recognized by organizations such as the YWCA Metro St. Louis and The Universal African Peoples Organization. b.Marcell has been featured in various media outlets for her support of the communities in which she serves.
As an advocate for media equality, b.Marcell is also growing a career in television, radio, and film production. At the young age of 16, b. Marcell made a courageous move to attend the School for Film and Television in New York City. There she was introduced to the “behind the scenes” aspect of television that sparked a new found love for the field. Two years later, she moved to New York to acquire an internship with the music department of Black Entertainment Television (BET). Launching her fledgling career, b. Marcell was paired with “Super Producer”, Genevieve Nixon to produce a show called “The Next”. Within a few short days, Mrs. Williams was promoted from intern to Assistant Associate Producer. In more recent years, her work with BET has included Production Assistant duties with “Sunday’s Best” & Associate Producer duties for “Bobby Jones Gospel”. In 2005, she served as an Intern for XM Satellite Radio, 67 “The City”. In 2006, she formatted and produced “Real Talk with Jeanne” (a daytime magazine talk show) for UPN 46 (St. Louis, MO affiliate station). b. Marcell’s ultimate goal is to provide quality television programming for people of color.
While attending Howard University, Mrs. Williams experienced significant personal life events. During these years, she lost her beloved best friend and father; but also welcomed the birth of her son, Peter James. The tragedy and miracle, combined with the pressures of school and career led to a few bouts of depression. As b.Marcell found her path to recovery; she also found herself equipped with a new perspective and a broader way to serve others. In late 2008, b.Marcell added Motivational Speaker to her repertoire. Mrs. Williams speaks for non-profit organizations, conferences, and social groups on issue of depression, single parenting, self-esteem, and relationships.
b.Marcell is currently working on a variety of projects to help youth across the nation and around the world. Her biggest charter is that of the Jewels, Inc., Mentor Movement, which was sparked from the August 2014 events of teenager Mike Brown, Jr. b.Marcell is heading the charge to recruit mentors for Ferguson, St. Louis and other communities with the Jewels, Inc., #SendInTheTroops Million Mentors March ™.
b.Marcell Youth Ministries was launched on December 17, 2014, with an unconventional 5 min-MIN (5 minute-Ministry) in which b.Marcell inspires her audience with a simple message inspired by a powerful God. She has also founded a successful women’s ministry known as brunch & Bible ™ where dozens of women meet to be fed in the Natural and the Spiritual.
b.Marcell continues to build an exemplary career, characterized by her personal tagline I Am…b.Me ™. She hopes to inspire others to achieve at all levels through appreciation of self, maximization of personal talents and giving back to the community.
b.Marcell is The Youth Cheerleader ™ …. Cheering on the youth through life!!!
Link:
bMarcell.com
Workshop: • “Winning: The Youth’s Guide to Winning Over Life’s Challenges ” This workshop will provide participants with key tools on how to constantly play the winning card in every aspect life. b.Marcell will walk you through overcoming challenges and discovering your purpose and other elements in living a successful life.