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Ep 16- How to Build Community Together with Dr. Alisha Wilkins
Darlene Hawley
Dr. Alisha Wilkins is an industrial-organizational psychologist. She has conducted extensive research on overcoming challenges experienced by individuals in business settings when they use technology (i.e., video conference, email) as their primary mode of communication.
Alisha just announced last week that she is running for City Counsel District 2 in Temecula, Ca.
Learn more about her campaign for at: wilkins2020.com
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She has over 17 years of public affairs and government relations experience in both the for-profit and non-profit sector.
She served as owner and political consultant for the Empire Consulting Group, a government relations firm which offered campaign strategies and messaging to candidates running for public office; as well as, public relations consulting to businesses and organizations on public outreach and engagement with key decision makers.
Prior to her work with the Empire Consulting Group, Dr. Wilkins led the public affairs department for Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest in Riverside County for ten years.
Notably, no public affairs department existed in Riverside County at the time she was selected for this leadership position. Therefore, her main task would include building a community presence and establishing the agencies first public affairs department in Riverside County.
Through her diligent and persistent efforts, she formed strategic partnerships with elected officials, key opinion leaders, grassroots organizations, and individuals throughout the entire county.
Dr. Wilkins was appointed by Governor Jerry Brown to the California Commission on the Status of Women & Girls in 2014. She was reappointed in September 2019 to another four-year term by Governor Gavin Newsom and is in her second year serving as chair. Her work as a Commissioner has focused on advocating for women’s pay equity and engaging girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) fields.
Dr. Wilkins has recently combined her knowledge as an industrial organizational psychologist, and 17-years of public affairs and government relations experience, with her dedication toward the empowerment of women to establish a new business in the Temecula Valley called Hera Hub.
Hera Hub is a co-working space and business accelerator for women owned businesses, aimed at decreasing financial inequities by helping women to build their business. Hera Hub offer women a communal workspace where they can get into the productivity zone, collaborate with other freelancers and entrepreneurs, and regain some work/home life balance. All while providing them with resources, they need to develop their business.
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Dr. Alisha Wilkins is committed to having more women represented on federal, state, and local boards and commissions. She is offering tips for women on things to consider before entering the appointment process. They can be accessed by visiting her website at www.herahub.com/temecula
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Darlene Hawley is a mother, wife, connector, storyteller and dream builder. She is also a Brand & Business Clarity Coach and the founder of www.DarleneHawley.com.
She helps ambitious, heart-centered online entrepreneurs who are struggling with building a successful personal brand and business. They’re afraid to share their unique life story but know they need to stand out if they want to build an authentic and profitable online business. She helps them build a solid brand foundation so they can share their message with the world, attract dream clients and have the impact, freedom, and flexibility they desire.
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I'm Darlene
As a mother, wife, connector, and dream builder, I’m Darlene Hawley, the founder of DarleneHawley.com and an Executive Leadership & Businesss Coach dedicated to empowering leaders like you.
My passion lies in helping ambitious professionals cultivate their unique leadership style while crafting an authentic and impactful personal brand. Through my coaching, we’ll work together to build a solid foundation that not only inspires your team but also drives results and growth within your organization.
Since 2007, I have been committed to guiding leaders and entrepreneurs in launching and scaling their businesses with confidence and clarity.
Today, I focus on supporting women in reaching their leadership goals and living their dream lives—all while balancing the joys of raising my family and creating meaningful memories each day.
Together, we’ll transform your challenges into opportunities, allowing you to lead with authenticity and inspire those around you.
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