Monique Webber is the visionary founder of MLWPR Fashion and Beauty PR Agency. Her story isn't just about the sparkle of dressing celebrities in Herve Leger's iconic ensembles; it's a story about ambition, resilience, and a commitment to lifting up minority, local, and women-owned brands. Monique started out as a teen model and progressed to publicity. She worked with A-listers and learned a lot during her two decade plus career. In 2020 she stepped out on her own and she talks about all the things that gave her courage to strike out and pursue a dream she visualized during an encounter with Oprah Winfrey.... In our conversation, we discuss the relentless drive it takes to flourish in public relations as well as the importance of diversifying your income streams to run a successful agency. We get into the merits of mentorship and how applying for grants can support you in your entrepreneurial journey. Monique also recently underwent treatment for cancer and she talks about how keeping a positive attitude got her through this difficult period. Finally, Monique shares the best advise she has ever received, it was from her late father and it simply says: "Believe In Yourself." LINKS AND MENTIONS MLWPR Agency IG Profile and Website Contact Monique: [email protected] BeyGOOD Foundation Unsun Cosmetics Shea Radiance Support the show NEWSLETTER, stay in the loop and subscribe to our newsletter LISTEN ON Apple and Spotify FOLLOW US ON Instagram and Facebook SUPPORT this work so that we can keep it free. Become a MONTHLY SUPPORTER