A native of Washington, D.C., Andrée overcame many obstacles, including drug and alcohol abuse and disability. Growing up, she witnessed domestic violence firsthand.  Andrée touches lives through various mediums that include, but are not limited to workshops, seminars, books, and films. She uses the arts as a way of healing. All of which are used to help people overcome difficult challenges and to promote inner peace.   As a Transition Motivator, Andrée continuously assists people in mending broken spaces and spearheading their lives upward, thus resulting in transformed lives. “We are either going in, sitting in, or coming out of situations.” Says Andrée. Her candid nature and transparency have been the window through which people see she is relatable and genuinely cares. Because of Andrée’s desire to help others, she positively impacts as many people as possible, within the US and abroad.

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Andrée received the Women of Honors Award in 2019, Hats & Pearls Award in 2021, and BAM Awards in 2022.  In addition to her two major annual events: ‘Worthy Women of God and Keep it Real & Deal so Our Sisters Can Heal,’ the former radio show host, provides support to non-profit organizations, and assists in any philanthropic ventures that aim to help others. She has a passion for helping children and adults with special needs and at-risk youth. She advocates for underprivileged children as she feels they are vital to making a difference in the world. Andrée has ten children, of which eight are adopted and/or relatives.

 

 Aside from her love for children, she is passionate about foster care/adoption, domestic violence, mental health, and persons with special needs.  When she is not filming, writing, or speaking, she is spending time with her children and grandchildren. Her favorite motto is ‘God can do anything but fail.’