To celebrate Black History Month, Shaniequa L. Washington is joining Creative Mornings to explore the theme of “layers” — how our experiences, identities, and passions shape the fabric of our lives. Shaniequa will share her unique path from corporate executive to fashion designer, discussing how the many layers of her journey have woven together a powerful connection to community, purpose, and business.

Shaniequa is a Charleston-based content creator, wearable art and earring designer, mental wellness advocate, and cultural awareness speaker. With 24 years of senior leadership experience at a Fortune 500 company, she is also a certified diversity and inclusion trainer, Life and Leadership coach, and the lead curriculum writer for Atiras International Coaching Academy. As the founder and CEO of Zuriel Kingdom Collections LLC and Blue Penguin Logistics, LLC, Shaniequa uses fashion as a tool for community impact, encouraging self-love and authenticity. She is the author of Leading From The Front (2015) and an international speaker. Her work has been featured at the Avery Research Center at the College of Charleston, The Gibbes Museum, Meyer Vogel Gallery, Charleston Women Mag, Fox News, Charleston Magazine, and more.