GET TO KNOW OUR FOUNDERS

RAFEAL

HENDERSON

CEO / CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF

CHERISHED MOMENTS

Planning, Design, & Coordination

FOUNDER / RLH CONSULTING

HOST / DIARY OF AN INNOVATOR

Rafeal Henderson has never been a woman of labels, but her most proudest titles are, Wife, teacher, podcast host, visionary leader, and woman of God. As the owner and founder of Cherished Moments Planning, Design, & Coordination, those titles drive her to be the best business voice she was created to be. She graduated from California State University of Fullerton with a major in Sociology, with a minor in Gerontology, which doesn't make her a stranger to hard work. She is dedicated to seeing things through, loving of people, and understands that tomorrow is not promised. Her experience has fueled her why. She vows to celebrate what's important, and she has made it her mission to create memories that last a lifetime, one event at a time.

Rafeal has been in the business of producing and designing luxurious weddings, corporate events, and social events, for the last 5 years. Taking someone's vision and bringing it to life is not only humbling, but it brings joy to her heart knowing that she was a part of creating unforgettable memories. Through Cherished Moments, she discovered her purpose in this life. It gave her the confidence she needed to know that she is capable and gifted enough to produce a gorgeous setting for any priceless moment.

She has expanded her brand with two new entities, RLH Consulting Firm, and the Dairy of An Innovator Podcast, which is the beginning of her creative empire, that will help entrepreneurs and business owners bring their visions to life. She truly believes that her purpose in life is to Empower, Educate, Inspire, and Encourage a generation to become who God has called them to be.

ASHLEY

BYRD

CELEBRITY / PUBLISHED PHOTOGRAPHER OF

A.N.S. PHOTOGRAPHY

CEO / THE BYRDS NEST

CO-OWNER / ON POINT SOLUTIONS

Ashley Byrd, mother of 4, brings new meaning to the term “Mom-preneur”. A woman of “many hats”; Ashley is a photographer, multi-business owner and most importantly; mother. She specializes in weddings, fashion photography & brand development.

When Ashley was 11, her parents enrolled her in entrepreneurship classes that taught her how the importance of having a successful business plan when starting a business. She was taught how to write it out, pitch it and make it happen. With art being her passion from birth she then started her first company ANS Photo. Ashley has since founded several business A.N.S Photography LLC, The Byrds Nests, and her newest business, On Point Solutions LLC. Her passion is to help people understand that no business idea is too small and with the proper planning and focus it can easily be accomplished.

Ashley is now working towards opening a space where other creatives will be able to bring their ideas to life, expand their talents, and even learn photography under ANS Photo. She understands that her calling is so much bigger than herself and her family, and her goal is to help others like herself to walk in their purpose.

Ashley Byrd is a true “Mom Boss”.

OPHELIA

JESSICA

CEO / LEAD BRAND DEVELOPER OF

CLAYHOUSE BRANDING FIRM

OWNER / THE PLUSH PARTY

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER OF

THE MELODIC ROSE SPEAKEASY EXPERIENCE &

BEACH FASHION WEEK LA

Since the conception of ClayHouse Branding Firm, Ophelia Jessica has been fully aware of the building of a brand through cutting edge marketing, an unconventional approach, and the ultimate goal of development on various platforms. She has worked with clients in Fashion, Film, Beauty, Music, Business and everything in between. With her leadership, the ClayHouse Production Team has provided support to her patrons through photography, graphic design, PR prep, Brand / Merchandise development, strategic planning, event production, and so much more.

In her former life, Ophelia has taken the stage as a vocalist with legends like, Stevie Wonder, Patti LaBelle, Jamie Foxx, Deitrick Haddon, and Kim Burrell, just to name a few. She is a Stellar Award Winning Vocalist, has also been featured in a national commercial, has brought characters to life through stage plays and films, and is a certified fashion designer, who has designed for television, runway and print. Her marketing and cultural experience crosses global lines, as she gleans from her overseas travels to places like Hong Kong, China, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, the Carribbeans and Venezuela.

As a creative chameleon, her experience brings a deeper insight to any marketing approach and production, from various perspective. Since then, her passion has led her to create and develop Beach Fashion Week LA, The Melodic Rose Speakeasy (Live Music) Experience, and The Plush Party (luxe dinner party decor service). Her "conversations" will leave you inspired, equipped and motivated to pursue your vision. Her mantra is, "Every great thing requires a leap!"