Empowering Nonprofit in Lansing

In the vibrant heart of Lansing, Transformation GEMS empowers women with coaching, workshops, and office spaces. Our initiatives are rich in resources and community spirit, fostering financial independence and personal growth. Ready to transform your entrepreneurial journey? Join us today. Contact us at [email protected] or call (805) 994-0822.  

Fostering Growth and Accountability

Transformation GEMS embodies authenticity and transparency, holding each woman accountable and providing a nurturing space for personal and professional growth. Our programs offer a holistic learning experience, combining business acumen with emotional intelligence. The journey here is about striving for excellence and building unshakable legacies.

Inspiring Journeys and Impactful Connections

The genesis of Transformation GEMS lies in leveraging powerful connections and unmatched expertise. Born from a desire to assist women in creating resilient businesses, the organization partners with driven women to weave dreams into reality, igniting economic empowerment and fostering profound community impact.

Guided by Purpose, Led With Vision

Our board members are dedicated leaders who bring wisdom, integrity, and passion to our mission. With diverse backgrounds in business, community development, education, and advocacy, they provide strategic direction and unwavering support as we empower women, strengthen communities, and create lasting impact.

Dr. Carmen Thomas

President Executive Board Member

Erkia Smith

Executive Board Member, Treasurer

Ward Beard

Executive Board Member

Destiny Williams

Executive Board Member

LaVerne D. Mickel

Executive Secretary

Building Communities Through Entrepreneurship

We are committed to creating lasting change by empowering women and strengthening communities through entrepreneurship, collaboration, and opportunity. Together, we are not just supporting businesses—we are planting the seeds for generational change and community revival.

What We Do

Our aim is to develop a partnership with businesses, churches, community resources, colleges; local and state governments to champion our cause in developing entrepreneurs in the community who gives back to the community. The funding for the program, training workshops, judges and facility for the event will all be donated. There is an application process for each candidate to complete to be considered for Transformation GEMS program.

What We'll Accomplish

By making a regular donation to sponsor and partner with us, we can change the life of women, families and our community for future generations to come. This initiative brings income to the community, job creations enhance positive growth and development within the community, which strategically engages a positive impact for the communities.

Benefits

The organization will benefit the transformation and the social justice inside the community it serves by providing income within the city, jobs which eliminates crime and poverty. The community begins to identify and optimize the gifts in the city for a place that is safe for children to play outside. The women have an opportunity to participate in free popups for new entrepreneurs to test out their business model and learn what works and what’s not working.

Integrity

Upholding honesty, truthfulness, courage and authenticity

Servant Leadership

Committed to the growth of the women and community

Listening

A commitment to give value to another’s words and ideas.

Gratitude

Embracing life’s gifts with a thankful heart.