Dr. Kathy Yorkshire is the author of Secrets of Becoming a Virtuous Woman and the Founder of Bara’ Beauty, a skin and hair care company focusing on natural solutions. In addition to her entrepreneurial responsibilities, Kathy has worked in higher education advocating on behalf of students for over twenty years in various roles such as advisor, program coordinator, and faculty. Kathy loves God and humbly uses her gifts of intercessory prayer and administration for His glory. Her passion for human development, both intellectually and spiritually, has led to various keynote speaking engagements within the post-secondary arena and the Christian community.

Kathy, one of the founding members of the Bulldog Empowerment Alumni Chapter (BEAC) at Bowie State University, serves on the scholarship committee, and she previously served as secretary on the executive board. She is the secretary of the Unstoppable You Ministries board of directors. Kathy has earned a doctorate in Higher Education from Morgan State University, as well as her master’s and an undergraduate degree from Bowie State University. She resides in Maryland with her loving husband, Ted, and her beautiful daughters, Jasmyn and Briana, along with their amazing rescue dogs, Kirby and Bean. When she is not working, Kathy loves to cook, go thrifting, and try new restaurants.