Dr. Crystal D Woods, Founder (Speaker, Author, Coach, Justice Advocate)

I am an award-winning author, certified transformational life coach, thought leader, and justice advocate with decades of experience empowering individuals to reconnect with their authentic selves, overcome limitations, and lead lives rooted in resilience, purpose, and personal growth. I was honored with a Doctorate in Humanities in recognition of my work in creating meaningful change through personal development, leadership, and social impact.

My bestselling book, Reclaim Your Power: The Journey Back to Self, received the Profound Impact Growth Mindset Award for its influence on individuals seeking to reclaim their inner strength and rise into wholeness.

As CEO of CDW Innovative Solutions, LLC, I’ve built a thriving coaching and consulting practice helping mid-career professionals realign their goals, unlock their potential, and step fully into purpose-led leadership. I developed the Ella Method—a unique, transformative framework centered on self-reflection, emotional awareness, and embodied empowerment—which has helped countless clients navigate life transitions and experience powerful breakthroughs.

My work has been featured on Closing the Wealth Gap with Tyrone French, WSB-TV’s House 2 Home, and the cover of Voyage Atlanta magazine, and Forbes Tips, where I’ve shared insights on mindset, empowerment, and personal asset protection. As an Executive Contributor for Brainz Magazine, I continue to inspire readers with strategies for growth, resilience, and mindset mastery.

My leadership also spans over three decades in the insurance industry, where I’ve earned top designations and hosted more than 300 seminars nationwide. These experiences have shaped my foundation in client advocacy, emotional intelligence, and transformational leadership.

Beyond personal development, I am a resolute advocate for justice—supporting movements that seek to build a more equitable and conscious society. My platform serves as a space for transformation, reflection, and truth-telling, fostering a growth mindset in every facet of life.

Through coaching, workshops, speaking engagements, media appearances, and advocacy, I remain deeply committed to helping others rise above limitations, reclaim their power, and create lasting change—not only in their own lives, but in their families, communities, and the world around them.

** Honorary Doctorate in Humanities