LaShaundra McCarty helps individuals and organizations clarify their vision and amplify their impact. With expertise in television production, digital media, marketing, and community engagement, she has worked as a creative director, social media manager, coalition builder, and pastor. As the founder of StraightForward, she empowers brands through storytelling and audience engagement. A sought-after speaker and consultant, she partners with the MS Small Business Development Center, Gulf Coast Woman magazine, and Constant Contact. She also serves on the American Advertising Federation MS Gulf Coast, Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestra boards and past-president of the National Speakers Association New Orleans Chapter.