MERARY SIMEON

I understand first-hand what it is like to combat societal pressures and know to defy your fears--a transformation must take place. Healing, Elevation, and Respect (HER) are essential ingredients for success. I have embarked on a journey to empower every woman to realize their divine purpose.  

I believe that women have unique gifts to contribute to society and, sometimes, do not realize their full potential because of fear, a limiting belief, or conformity. Cultural messaging and conditioning cause limiting beliefs to become so deeply rooted in us; they become a part of us. As the founder of the first-ever ACTivate Conference, I'm determined and ready to transform women's minds about themselves positively. In today's hyper-consumerist society, it is easy to spend your life in pursuit of material things and careers, only to find once we have achieved these things, we are miserable. We lack peace because we failed to heal and have compassion for both ourselves and others. I want women to re-evaluate their values, and it starts with valuing themselves and seeing themselves how God sees them—like the apple of His eye.  

I'm a wife, mother, co-founder of Color Forward podcast, founder of the ACTivate Conference, board member of the Women's Food Service Forum and advisory board member of Back on My Feet, ministry volunteer, and proven Human Resources Executive with more than 20 years of experience working for various Fortune 100 companies in North America and Latin America. I believe my diverse experiences have equipped me with a deep understanding of the needs and opportunities critical to leaders and associates alike at all levels. My leadership expertise includes Diversity & Inclusion, Talent Management, Leadership Consulting, Culture Change, Executive Coaching, and Public Speaking.

I'm currently pursuing a doctorate in strategic leadership at Regent University. I have a master's degree in Human Resources from Fordham University and a bachelor's degree from Saint Elizabeth University. I'm also certified as a Hogan Assessment Coach.

I'm a native of Puerto Rico and currently reside in Frisco, Texas, with my family. I credit my success to Jesus Christ. "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength" Philippians 4:13.