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Sharon Saffold began her career as a motivational speaker nearly 20 years ago
with just one story to tell, the story of beating the odds. One of eight children,
Sharon spent her early life being victimized through molestation, rape, violence,
kidnapping, and years spent in difficult foster environments. Giving herself a new
script, she decided to use those challenges to inspire those overcoming traumatic
experiences and educate those who serve them.Her commitment to not just raising awareness about commercial sex trafficking, but also helping victims reclaim their lives led to years of dedicated advocacy work with law enforcement, political, medical and service organizations. National media,
including New York Times Pulitzer Prize-winning author Nicholas Kristoff and PBS
Now‘s “Fighting Sex Trafficking” have shaped in-depth coverage of this issue through her experience and expertise. Broadening her message, Sharon now includes her path to professional success. Before climbing the corporate ladder, she had every job imaginable – often several at a time – including being a tax preparer, a legal secretary, and owning mobile detailing and house cleaning businesses. Her speaking toolkit also incorporates messages of encouragement around making the impossible possible: She received a jumpstart to her career through personal guidance from renowned speaker Les
Brown, whom she pursued after learning about him through a television appearance. In her seminars and workshops, Sharon relies on all of her life experiences in training audiences to rediscover their passions and reach their highest potential. Taking her own advice, she got her GED to encourage her daughter who was having a challenging high school career. She and her daughter are currently pursuing undergraduate degrees at Spelman College, after which Sharon plans to attend law school.
Sharon is the co-author the Cake and Combat Boots…Able Giant book series and
the creator of numerous transformative DVDs and CDs. She is regularly called upon by organizations like the Department of Justice, the National Labor Relations Board and Blacks in Government for workshops and keynote addresses. Through corporations, churches, schools and community groups, she has motivated thousands to take charge of their lives with her “If I can do it, you can do it” style of delivery. In appreciation of those opportunities and her path, Sharon has launched the Giant Movement, an initiative that honors those who exhibit ordinary behavior that has extraordinary impact. “Everyone can live their giant life,” says the Atlanta native, who is married and the mother of six children. “I help them by teaching perseverance and the importance of identifying patterns and people that support their achievements and have common goals. The goal is to become an independent authority on telling the story that creates your glory.”

I was born in Fairfield, AL., but raised in Buffalo, NY and Bessemer, AL. I attended Alabama State University, served as Freshman Class President, Simpson Hall dorm president, and worked with the SGA in the same year, while also being a part of the Miracle Band, “The Alabama State University Mighty Marching Hornets” where I marched for 2 years. During my junior year, I transferred to the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa and later went on to graduate from Faulkner University earning my Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.

I have been a resident of South Fulton for 12 years and a member of Crossroads Church South Fulton for 5 years. I have served as a teacher for our wonderful Children’s Ministry for 2 years and a member of Margie’s House. Margie’s house is a non-profit organization designed to make a positive difference in the crusade against hunger, homelessness, poverty, violence, domestic abuse and illiteracy in our community.

I served as leader for our Debt Freedom Team Ministry for over 3 years, also being a part of its conception. I currently still serve as a co-leader and team member. While employed with Citi Bank, I began to volunteer with the Community Initiatives project. This work sparked a passion in me to want to help my friends and family become debt-free homeowners with GREAT CREDIT! This project included building homes for Habitat for Humanity and visiting elementary, middle, and high schools near our job site providing financial education courses. I asked if this program could be shared in other communities, especially our Urban communities. Once I received the approval, I began to visit schools in the DeKalb County school system. While working with students from the 9th -12th grade, I was awarded the Ambassador’s Award from Ronald E. McNair High School. Through this experience and God’s Divine Intervention, it has opened so many doors for me, such as being invited to other churches and conferences to speak, educate, and empower people. I don’t know what the next chapter has in store for me, but I am giving God “Total Control”.

My motto: Financial Fitness is just as important as your Physical Fitness. If you are not financially fit, then you are still not your best “You”. We all get off track but just like exercising and eating healthy, you have to get right back on it. Financial Fitness is a Lifestyle.

“Money needs a manager, don’t let your money manage you!” –author unknown

Additional volunteer and community service initiatives:
Project Open Hand
Jessie’s Place
Habitat for Humanity
Atlanta Community Food Bank
Books for Africa

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Bridgitte Hatfield is a wife, mother, businesswoman, humanitarian and philanthropist. “I am constantly inspired by others and want to do my part by ‘Refusing To Do Nothing’ to honor my Biblical stewardship. I want my children to notice that random acts of kindness can be in our own zip code or 6,000 miles away. We do not have to be directly affected to do something. Each act of service that we make locally, nationally, or globally, makes a profound ripple effect toward the greater good.” Hatfield resides in Milton, GA with her husband Craig of 23 years, their six children, two foster children, and two furry babies.