From the Block to the Boardroom, she knows a thing or two about facing adversity! An unwanted child born to a teenage mother who later become addicted to drugs and alcohol during the rise of the crack epidemic of the 80s-90s; she lived a less than pleasant childhood. Forced to care for herself and siblings at a young age, she became an entrepreneur at the age of 11 years old. It was then she realized that she was responsible for changing her circumstances. Hustler turned Hope Dealer and never looking back!

Jazmine Smith is an Award-Winning Advocate, Author, Speaker, Veteran, and Business Strategist with over 15 years of experience as a behavior and relationship professional! She has extensive training and experience in Emotional Intelligence, Trauma Informed Care, Engagement, and Advocacy.

She is an empathetic, engaging, knowledgeable and impactful Speaker who uses her ever growing platform, sharing her stories with humorous candor, transparency and perhaps the most admirable of all– no apologies.

Jazmine boldly addresses real issues and stigmas affecting Black Americans’ success and ability to thrive in today’s society. She gives an up-close and personal look at the effects of generational traumas and its impact on families today.

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Her passion for Diversity & Inclusion alongside Personal Development go hand in hand as she continues to support and empower others through her participation in Boards, Special projects, and Community-Based programs.

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Her Non-Profit, Operation BeHave seeks to empower youth by supporting their development of emotional, social, and economic skills to encourage the next generation of indubitably prepared leaders!