MEET THE HONOREES
The 100 Women to KNOW Across America Award, presented by JPMorgan Chase is a recognition that showcases the most influential, achieved, and honorable women in our society. Following a nomination and interview process, these women entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, and philanthropists have not only grown their dreams, but have created boundless opportunities for the next generation of female leaders. These women exemplify what it means to be high-achieving and ambitious on the next level and continue to pour into their communities as they do so.
Omenesa Oruma-Akomolafe | Pearls & Pauls International Foundation
Ambassador Dr Omenesa Oruma-Akomolafe (Aka Lady OMENESA means “My Own is Unique”. Omenesa has definitely lived a unique life. With a rod in her back from scoliosis, she hasn’t let the pain stop her. Upon losing 8 embryos, she doesn’t feel incomplete. She is known for her heavy content and consistency on social media for “Emotional Healing”. She recently became a Certified Resolution Therapist. Her 5 Week Soul Provider Healing Program is highly recommended. She is now a reigning Ambassador Queen of Woman Of Achievement Pageant in California, as she represents Mrs Nigeria. She was 5th runner up for Mrs New York America. She is the New York Director of Global Society of Female Entrepreneurs. She is a Member of the Erhuvwu Women Association. She is a Columnist for Rochester Woman Magazine. Her singing voice is that of an Angel. She is a recording artist with 4 albums. She’s published over 9 books, and runs her company effortlessly. She is the Proprietress of Emotional Healing University and she owns a mentoring program named THE ROCK COLLEGE. Her organization, Pearls and Pauls International hosts support groups globally and has ran for over 10 years. She is passionate for those who hurt emotionally. Her outreaches consists of Sex Workers, High School Tuition, Fertility Hopefuls, Prison Inmates, Hospice, Dementia, & Elderly Care.
What advice would you give your younger self?
Pray More. Talk Less.
What is your favorite quote?
“It’s not enough to wake up in the morning. You have to get out of bed.”