Angela Simmonds Named One Of Atlantic Canada’s 25 Most Powerful Women in Business
Girls with a dream become women with a vision. On March 5th, I had the privilege of attending and receiving one of the Atlantic Business Magazine’s 25 Most Powerful Women in Business Awards. What made the evening even more meaningful was sharing it with my daughter, Angelina Simmonds (Founder of Black Girls Pillow Talk). Sitting […]
Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose, Power, Prosperity, and Progress
Each African Heritage Month invites reflection, but this year’s theme, Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose, Power, Prosperity, and Progress, feels especially grounding. It reminds me not only of where we have been, but of what has already been placed within us. The strength we stand on today was passed to us by our […]
Angelina Receives MSVU’s 2025 Alumni Community Service Award
Congratulations Angelina! We are proud of A Team consultant, Angelina Simmonds, and her recent recognition, as she received the 2025 Alumni Community Service Award from Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU) in October. Angelina completed her degree in Women and Gender Studies at Mount Saint Vincent University in 2022, fueling her commitment to addressing intersectional challenges […]
A Love Letter to Black Women Who Carry the Weight of the World
I’ve been thinking a lot about us lately, about how much we carry, how much we give, and how deeply we love even when the world forgets to love us back. This past weekend in New Glasgow–Guysborough, the culture connector advisory gathered not for a meeting, not for work, but for rest. For reflection. For […]
3 Realistic Tips for Getting Started as an Entrepeneur
Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the realities I see so many people experiencing as they start or sustain their entrepreneurial ventures. Realities that I fear are not always reflected in mainstream media. Entrepreneurship can be an incredible self-empowerment journey (the stuff of motivational videos and posters that I have been a part of myself), and […]
Why I Believe Sisterhood is Important in Business
Recently, I was invited by the Women in Business Association to share personal insights in the celebration of their 10th anniversary. I am grateful for this opportunity to share my voice as a Black woman in business. It inspired me to expand on my thoughts – in hopes that they inspire other young women to […]
Black Girls Pillow Talk Event: Makin’ Smart Money Moves
We are inviting all Black Girls, 12+ for a chill evening to break down budgeting, saving, and smart spending! We are all about making finances feel approachable (and fun!) with real-life tips and activities to help you feel confident about your money. We are excited to welcome guest facilitator, Takia Panza-Benjamin, a dedicated Financial Consultant, […]
Lessons Learned Running a Family Business
Having a family business is not unique. But what is unique for us, is how and why we do what we do. I come from generations of entrepreneurs and have watched my father build a business cleaning offices to provide for us. He also proved that ideas can become a reality that make a living. […]
A Team Awarded New Business of the Year 2025!
This year, we took home the Halifax Chamber of Commerce’s New Business of the Year Award. We are grateful to our peers, partners, friends, and business colleagues for believing in us and our vision. I want to extend immense gratitude and congratulations to all the other award finalists and winners. I believe success isn’t defined […]
2024 Wrapped: What’s Up Next For Us in 2025
At the end of another profound year in business with A Team Coaching, I am looking back to celebrate the moments that woven together continue to shape a legacy – a family business. Long-term systems change isn’t always readily visible or obvious, which is why I am grateful to slow down and take note of […]