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Dr. GiTonya L. Parker, commonly known as Dr. Gi, is a seasoned grants management expert, educator, and nonprofit capacity-building strategist with nearly 30 years of experience working with federal, state, and local government funding. She currently serves as a municipal Grants Coordinator, managing millions in annual grant funding, and leads Granted, a consulting brand focused on assisting small businesses, nonprofit groups, and small-to-midsize HBCUs in enhancing their grant readiness, funding strategies, and compliance systems. Dr. Gi combines technical expertise with heartfelt leadership. Her approach is based on servant and transformational leadership, focusing on identifying organizational gaps, developing sustainable funding solutions, and empowering mission-driven teams to succeed beyond just a single award. She has supported organizations through every stage of the grant lifecycle, from identifying opportunities and creating proposals to managing, monitoring, and closing grants. She holds a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, with research focused on mentors' perceptions of self-connectedness, reflecting her long-standing dedication to mentoring, youth development, and community impact. Alongside her consulting work, Dr. Gi is an adjunct professor, public speaker, and trusted technical assistance provider, often leading workshops on grant management, financial sustainability, and organizational capacity building. Dr. Gi is a member of the National Grants Management Association, a certified technical writer, a DOJ-trained grants professional, and a peer reviewer for state and federal agencies. Through her business, Granted, she continues to promote equity, preparedness, and sustainability—helping organizations transition from seeking funding to managing impact. Dr. Gi is a proud Mom of two young men, Jabari and Jaedon, and serves the community as a member of Faith Community Baptist Church and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

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Episode 789 Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 6:00pm EST | The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show

Academically, Dr. Wilkins is a two-time alumnus of Virginia Union University, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies on May 9, 2011, and his Master of Divinity from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology on May 9, 2015. Continuing his commitment to spiritual and intellectual growth, Dr. Wilkins earned his Doctorate in Biblical Counseling with a focus on Pastoral Suicide and Burnout from North Carolina Theological Seminary. He is also a Board-Certified Christian Counselor through the National Association of Christian Counselors, equipping him to minister to the mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of leaders and congregations alike.

Dr. Wilkins is the CEO and Founder of The Bridge Household, a purpose-driven empowerment organization designed to provide safe, stable, and nurturing support for high school students facing housing insecurity. Through this platform, he mentors, trains, and equips individuals to live purposefully and lead with conviction. Dr. Travis Wilkins is the author of 3 books; The Pastors’ Sabbath, Dear Young King, and Stay Sharp.

Dr. Travis D. Wilkins is a passionate preacher, prophetic voice, and transformational leader committed to glorifying God through service, integrity, and excellence. He was licensed to preach the Gospel and affirmed into the office of Prophet in March 2011. Since that pivotal moment, Dr. Wilkins has faithfully embraced the call of God in his life with unwavering dedication. He is a proud member of Words of Deliverance Worldwide Ministries, where he serves faithfully and willingly under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Nikita Watson and Bishop James Watson. Under their covering, he has been deeply developed in the disciplines of integrity, spiritual maturity, and operational excellence—principles that shape both his ministry and his daily walk.

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Marketing is shifting—and 2026 will reward small business owners who are intentional, human, and strategic with how they show up.

In this episode, I break down six key marketing trends shaping 2026, specifically for small businesses, solopreneurs, and entrepreneurs with lean teams (0–15 employees). These are not buzzwords or big-brand strategies—they’re practical shifts you can actually implement without a massive budget or staff.

We talk about how AI and human creativity work together to differentiate your brand, why collaborations and shared audiences are becoming one of the fastest paths to growth, and how smaller, intentional events are outperforming large conferences when it comes to trust and conversions.

I also cover why short-form video still matters—but long-form content is making a comeback, how search is evolving beyond keywords into conversational, multi-format discovery, and why turning your brand into an experience (not just content) is essential for standing out in today’s crowded digital space.

If you’re planning your 2026 marketing strategy, feeling overwhelmed by trends, or trying to grow your visibility without burning out, this episode will help you focus on what actually works—and what to stop chasing.

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👉 Listen in and choose one trend to start implementing now—because momentum beats perfection every time.

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