Celebrating brilliant women whose vision, leadership, and legacy shine through the Rising Star PR Program
Radhaa Publishing House is proud to honor a constellation of Rising Stars — women of purpose, brilliance, and impact whose stories inspire and uplift. Through the Rising Star PR Program, this year’s honorees — Leslie Latimore-Lorfils, Dr. Collette Wayne, and Dr. Cynthia Williams — were celebrated for their leadership, healing, and transformational work. Each woman brought her gifts and radiant presence to the red carpet, embodying what it means to shine with legacy and soul.
Leslie Latimore-Lorfils — The BAWSE Lady Architect
Leslie Latimore-Lorfils was honored as a Rising Star for her extraordinary ability to combine discipline, heart, and vision. A retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and mother of twelve, she has built a life of service and transformation.
For nearly three decades, Leslie thrived in high-stakes military environments, where she cultivated clarity, resilience, and leadership. Her career shaped a unique perspective: that structure is not a burden but a path to freedom. After retiring from service, she transformed that wisdom into a new mission — empowering women to reclaim their energy, order, and confidence.
She founded Girl, Organize That Life! and created her signature GPS System (Grace. Purpose. Structure.). More than a productivity tool, the GPS System helps women navigate seasons of overwhelm with practical steps rooted in purpose. Leslie meets her clients where they are — often juggling careers, families, and personal aspirations — and helps them walk away with strategies to rise above chaos and design lives aligned with their deepest values.
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Her influence extends far beyond individual coaching. As a three-time #1 international bestselling author, Leslie has shared her voice with audiences around the world. Her TEDx talks and leadership trainings showcase her remarkable gift for clarity. She speaks with the authority of a commander, the wisdom of a mother, and the warmth of a mentor.
On the red carpet at the Rising Stars celebration, Leslie embodied both elegance and power. Dressed in crimson silk and commanding heels, she walked with presence and poise, sending a clear message: women can lead with authority and grace, and legacy is built one intentional step at a time.
Honored as The BAWSE Lady Architect, Leslie was celebrated not only for her achievements but for the blueprints she creates for women to rise. She designs structures not just for herself, but for others — and in doing so, she empowers women everywhere to claim their brilliance.
Connect with Leslie: leslielatimorelorfils.com.
Dr. Collette Wayne — The Oceanic Oracle
Dr. Collette Wayne was celebrated as a Rising Star for her devotion to ecological wellness, veteran advocacy, and the sacred balance between humans and nature. Her story is one of service, science, and soul — a life dedicated to protecting ecosystems and guiding communities toward harmony.
An Air Force veteran, Collette first devoted herself to serving her country before turning her focus to the planet. For over 20 years, she worked as an endangered species biologist, overseeing habitat restoration and championing animal well-being. Her work combined rigorous research with deep reverence, reminding us that every species — and every human — plays a vital role in the interconnected web of life.
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In 2019, Collette founded Oceans of Grace Consulting. Through this venture, she expanded her mission beyond traditional science, creating programs in eco-spiritual mentoring and trauma-informed ecological design. Her approach acknowledges that healing the Earth and healing ourselves are inseparable. She invites people to rediscover their connection to the natural world, to honor their place in the ecosystem, and to live in ways that nurture rather than deplete.
Collette’s work also speaks directly to veterans and those living with trauma. As a disabled veteran herself, she integrates her personal journey into her practice, advocating for holistic wellness and therapies that bridge the human-animal bond. Her voice is one of compassion, resilience, and wisdom — grounded in science but elevated by spirit.
At the Rising Stars celebration, Collette shined on the red carpet with quiet strength and luminous presence. Honored as The Oceanic Oracle, she stood as a reminder that brilliance is not only found in achievement, but in stewardship, service, and the courage to live in harmony with the Earth.
Connect with Collette: oceansofgrace.earth.
Dr. Cynthia Williams — The Divine Empowerer
Dr. Cynthia Williams was honored as a Rising Star for her lifelong dedication to empowering women and girls to rise from trauma into sovereignty. Her story is one of resilience, faith, and service — transforming personal pain into a mission that uplifts others.
Cynthia’s early life was marked by abandonment, domestic violence, and body-image struggles. These experiences, rather than breaking her, forged her into a woman determined to help others heal. She founded P.U.M.P.S. (Pushing Up My Precious Sister), a nonprofit dedicated to supporting women and girls in reclaiming their voice, worth, and power.
Through coaching, retreats, and mentorship, Cynthia guides women on the journey from survival to self-realization. Her approach blends scripture, healing, and empowerment, offering practical tools alongside spiritual encouragement. Her signature affirmation — “You are a diamond born to bling” — is more than words; it’s a declaration of truth for those who have been silenced or diminished.
Cynthia’s impact extends into addiction recovery, teen outreach, and prison ministry, where her presence brings hope and transformation. Alongside her husband, Dr. Charles Williams, she models sacred partnership and shared purpose, showing that empowerment is magnified in community.
At the Rising Stars celebration, Cynthia’s presence was bold and radiant. Honored as The Divine Empowerer, she lit up the red carpet as a beacon of resilience and faith. She embodies what it means to turn trials into triumph and to use personal transformation as a platform for collective healing.
Dr. Cynthia Williams reminds us that empowerment is not just an idea — it is a way of living. As a Rising Star, she shines as proof that diamonds are forged under pressure, and that every woman has the power to rise into her brilliance.
Connect with Cynthia: pumpscoaching.com.
The Rising Star PR Program celebrates women who embody vision, service, and empowerment. This year’s honorees — Leslie Latimore-Lorfils, Dr. Collette Wayne, and Dr. Cynthia Williams — lit up the red carpet with their brilliance, redefining what it means to shine. Their stories remind us that Rising Stars are not defined by roles or appearances but by the lives they touch and the legacies they create. When women step fully into their gifts, they illuminate the path for others to rise.
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