Driven to Succeed LLC

28/05/2026

Thank you Fredrica Piphus Singletary, MBA, EdD and Keitiaunna Lowe, DSL for inviting me to keynote the Women's Business Enterprise Council Ohio River Valley Women of Distinction luncheon.

Congrats to the legendary women business owners for your accomplishments and well deserved recognition. ✨✨✨

One thing I know for sure is that sometimes life, business, and careers can be so consuming that we fail to:

• Remember what we’ve accomplished and the challenges we’ve overcome

• Celebrate from whence we’ve come, and

• Pivot joyfully when it’s time to start a new chapter.

That’s why my keynote was titled “Roots, Wings & Chapters.”

There are experiences that shape us (roots), possibilities made reality because of us (wings), and necessary endings with new beginnings that help us fulfill our destiny (chapters).

You’re not done dreaming new dreams, stepping into greater purpose, or (re)defining success on your terms.

Most flowers start as a seed.

Your plan doesn’t have to be fully flushed out. As my good friend Regina Carswell Russo once shared, all you need to decide is “what’s the best NEXT step?”

Shine on, friends! ✨

01/05/2026

Today is college decision day and it’s so exciting to see so many students choosing HBCUs. ✨

“HBCUs aren’t monolithic, and their students aren’t homogeneous.”

This is the key message I wanted the audience to take away during the The Marsh Black Leaders Symposium ‘HBCUs: Leading through legacy, innovation, and impact’ panel.

While the 100+ Historically Black Colleges and Universities share a similar ‘ethos,’ as my fellow panelist Dr. Johnson summarized, each are distinct in their mission, emphasis on teaching and/or research, admissions criteria, student composition, land grant status, academic programs, cost of attendance, graduation rates, and so much more.

And the demand is greater than ever. HBCUs aren’t a last resort, they’re a first choice. ✨

19/01/2026

Whatever you do and whatever your life’s work may be, do it with excellence.

In this rarely seen footage, Dr. King speaks to Barratt Junior High School students in Philadelphia on October 26, 1967, where he delivered his speech “What Is Your Life’s Blueprint?”

The leadership and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. continues to inspire.

🎥 Full video: https://youtu.be/ZmtOGXreTOU?si=AbN5yx8GJiD_PkEU

19/12/2025

I was tickled and humbled by the text message I received last Saturday, and 🧡💚🐍✨👏🏽
There’s one “U” to describe your Commencement speech last night - “Unmatched!”

What a wonderful presentation!

Keep Striking from the Top!

- Dr. Larry Robinson, FAMU’s 12th President

Here’s a highlight reel for context.

Thank you again, Mr. President!

16/12/2025

I couldn’t wait to shout out (and surprise) these amazing alumni in the “Mentorship” section of my commencement speech. 🧡💚🐍

When Rattlers say, “We Bragg Different,” here’s several reasons why.



Link to Full Speech: https://youtu.be/oXIN4HIPYuMentntnoking

11/12/2025

Grateful to Ron Burrage for the inviting me to speak in the P&G Alumni Network Enrichment Series.

What an energizing conversation—with attendees joining from Greece, Turkey, Mexico, Egypt, Canada, and across the U.S.

For those who couldn’t make it, here are the 5 P’s to Stay Rooted, Resilient & Ready in High-Stakes Moments:

🎯 Be clear about your Principles

⚖️ Understand the Power Dynamics

🎤 Manage your Presence (through EQ)

✨ Live Purposefully and Stay on your Personal Brand

⤴️ Pivot to Prosper

Here’s to navigating tough moments with clarity, courage, and grace under pressure.

23/09/2025

Rattlers, do you accept the charge?
🧡💚🐍

With faith, focus, and fortitude,

Kristin Harper
Bachelor’s and MBA, 2001
FAMU Board of Trustees Chair, 2023-2025

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23/09/2025

A heartfelt letter to FAMU students and alumni. 🧡💚🐍

With faith, focus, and fortitude,

Kristin Harper
Bachelor’s and MBA, 2001
FAMU Board of Trustees Chair, 2023-2025

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02/07/2025

Pamela Prince-Eason, your life was a gift.

Your legacy will be remembered.

Your impact will continue to be felt.

Thanks for your smile, optimism, and unwavering commitment to women business enterprises and corporations who support us in .

I am heartbroken.

Rest in power, my sister. 🙏🏼💔

22/10/2024