Speakers. Coaches. Authors.
It all started with a vision to transform one’s view of how they can intentionally impact others knowing what already exists within. We believe that your desires, experiences, talents and unique story play a huge part in your ability to influence others. The key is how you will leverage that value.
We believe that navigating a meaningful life develops from the inside-out. Each of us has to dig deep within to mine, sculpt, and refine ourselves to reach our fullest potential. It’s this ongoing effort that shapes our capacity to be better individuals and lead others.
- Darnell & Sharnell
What We Do
We offer coaching and community for individuals and couples that lead others. We also speak and hold workshops for organizations to develop and strengthen their capacity to lead others.
Who We Are
Darnell Weathersby, M.ED.
A respected educator, speaker, and author who is transforming the lives of individuals with life-changing leadership principles. Recognized for his influence on youth and the development of men at varying life stages, Weathersby brings a fresh and new approach to character-building. His philosophy is simple: buildup individuals and they will transform the world around them.
Weathersby is a graduate of Trinity International University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education and Temple University with a Masters in Educational Leadership. He has been an educator for over 17 years, assuming the roles of teacher, assistant principal and acting principal in both urban and suburban school districts across the country. Weathersby currently serves as a high school Administrator.
Being reared by a single mother and the second oldest of eight on the west side of Chicago, Weathersby knows the pressures that come along with adversities from drugs, gangs, and violence. Weathersby believes that empowered individuals, with access to education and resources, have the power to transform the world. It is this philosophy that inspires him as an educator on the scene today. Weathersby is living proof that a quality education can be the vehicle that levels the playing field.
Darnell is the proud husband of 15 years to Sharnell Weathersby and father to their two children.
“Who are you intentionally pouring in to? We have more to offer than we realize.”
Sharnell Weathersby, MBA
Sharnell Weathersby, MBA is a speaker, business strategist, and coach with over 15 years of experience in corporate branding and marketing leadership, behind the mic, and working with women. She empowers leading women to know their unique value and realize their full potential.
Sharnell is the Founder and CEO of SOMEI (so-me) where she coaches on brand strategy and personal wellbeing for women entrepreneurs and leaders.
She is a marketer with experience working with corporate brands in the consumer packaged goods industry and small business marketplace. In her tenure she has led brand strategy for consumer brands in the CPG industry for Fortune 500 companies.
At SOMEI and LEADONE, Sharnell leverages her corporate and life experience to help significant women, those that have a leadership platform and are influencing others, to grow their business and develop themselves personally.
She is a graduate of the University of Illinois Gies College of Business and holds an MBA from Eastern University. She resides in the Greater Chicago area.
As a mom, a wife, and business leader, Sharnell knows what it means to want more from career and life with a deep desire to walk out your unique God-given calling and make an impact in this world.
What We Care About
Education
Your spiritual and intellectual growth
Leadership
Your influence as a leader and impact on others
Your unique story and the value it has to your leadership
Manhood
Your relationship with family and friends
Your role as a father and father-figure in the community
Your development and self-care
Your legacy and responsibility to the next generation
Women’s Empowerment
Your value and unique ability to transform lives of others
Your development and self-care
Your influence in business and growth ambitions
Adversity
Your ability to overcome significant barriers and realize your full potential