Our People

Guided by our mission to equip young women as catalysts of advocacy and change, our team of experts bring their passion and expertise to develop programs that impact the next generation of female leaders.

our founder

Carlisha Williams Bradley

Carlisha Williams Bradley is an award-winning executive, best-selling author and high-performance women's leadership coach. Carlisha lends her spirit, expertise, and voice as an advocate for women and girls worldwide as the founder of Women Empowering Nations and Amplify for Women.

Under Carlisha’s direction, Women Empowering Nations has already had a transformative effect on the globe, having created measurable leadership development opportunities for over 9,000 girls in 23 countries. Carlisha’s groundbreaking work with Women Empowering Nations has made her one of the most sought-after social enterprise and international education programming experts in the country.

Meet Our Team

Garica Sanford, PsyD

GLOW R.I.S.E. Curriculum & Program Specialist
Dr. Sanford is a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience providing therapeutic services to children and families.

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Jeanne' Spencer

Tulsa Service Year Fellow & Program Coordinator
Before stepping into her current role, Jeanne' Spencer was a 2023 GLOW girl who received mentorship, exposure to different cultures, & personal/professional development.

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Destany Story

Program Director
Destany Story is an accomplished educator and women’s advocate who has taught over 300 students and led numerous transformational nonprofit projects.

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Wambui Gachunga

GLOW Global Ambassador
Wambui serves as a GLOW (Girls Leading Our World) Global Ambassador where she leverages her passion for healthcare and research to inspire, connect, and guide young women on their career journeys.

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