About DeShelia Spann

ABOUT DESHELIA

Award-winning marketing strategist, professional coach, speaker and photographer


“Three things bring me joy – growing my relationship with God, spending time with family and friends, and a good plate of southern fried seafood.”

— DeShelia Spann

It all begins with an idea

When I launched my first business (a photography studio), it was early in my career. At the time, I worked in advertising and was exposed to some of the best creative minds around who helped me hone my photographic skills. However, I quickly realized that establishing and growing a business takes more than talent. You need a strong brand presence, a compelling marketing strategy, and a roadmap to create demand for your products and services. More importantly, you must tell your story compellingly and make people stop, listen, and react.

For more than 15 years, I’ve worked as a marketing strategist, helping companies and marketing agencies build global awareness and demand for their products and services. Friends and colleagues would often ask for marketing and strategy guidance to grow and scale their personal, professional, and entrepreneurial efforts – and in helping them, I discovered my passion and joy as a professional coach and consultant.

I became a coach because I love helping people overcome challenges to fulfill their goals. Often, it takes the right coaching to uncover what’s holding you back and what’s needed to move you forward. I’m here to help you build a brand that is authentically you, grounded in what makes you stand out, attracts the right audience, and creates a path to success.

The Fine Print: You’ll hear many folks call themselves coaches, but you can rest assured that I’ve done my due diligence thanks to my certified professional coach credentials.

GROWING YOUR PERSONAL GARDEN

Helping you cultivate and grow your brand


Leveraging my years in the tech industry and experience as a serial entrepreneur, I help clients cultivate and grow their brands. My approach is rooted in a partnership with my clients that allows them to curate the life and career they desire.

Fueled by my passion for seeing others win, I bring forth my expertise in building brands –big and small. As a certified professional coach, I’ve combined her entrepreneurial, leadership, and servant-led passions to help clients grow and scale.

Fun facts about me


The Book That Changed Your Life

Hand down, I’d have to say the Bible, especially as my relationship with God grows. As a young teen, “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.” by Judy Blume.

Favorite quote

My favorite quote is, "Treat people as if they were what they ought to be and you help them to become what they are capable of being." - Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe.

Favorite movie and why

My favorite movie is a trilogy - The Godfather (especially Part I & Part II). As a visual artist, I’m in awe of the lighting used to change the mood and set the tone of a scene.

The person I most admire

I most admire my Dad. He was the first in the family to go to college and built a remarkable career. He encourages me to never put limits on what I can accomplish.

Feel-good food

My healthy, feel-good treat is Wasabi Peas, but If I’m in the mood for something chocolate, Mr. Goodbar. And my Netflix and chill delight, Talento Raspberry Gelato.

Album I could listen to on repeat

The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill and Sade’s Love Deluxe are my favs. But if I need a little inspiration, James Cleveland’s complication albums on Apple iTunes.