Meeting Latorie was a blessing. I applied for a position working for her with very little experience in the field and right from the beginning she saw something in me and gave me a chance. As time went by I often wondered why she would always give me tougher assignments or added more responsibilities to my job, but then I later realized that was just her way of bringing out what she saw in me from the beginning. I never saw myself as a much of a leader but somehow she did and gave me an opportunity to be such. I returned to school just for a certification because she made it a job requirement. I graduated in 2015 with a degree in Early Childhood all because of Latorie’s ongoing support and encouragement. I cannot tell her thank you enough for the encouragement to better myself and seeing something in me that I didn’t even see in myself. Latorie will always be someone I look up to and truly admire for her strength, courage, and determination. I feel like I could never say thank you to her enough.
I met Latorie when she joined the American Business Woman’s Association. I could tell right away that she was going to bring a higher level of awareness to the association. She began by sharing ideas on how we can get our chapter to grow. She always shares her valuable entrepreneurial business strength with the group. Latorie was so impressive her first year with ABWA, she was elected to serve as the Chapter’s president the following year. Latorie is always genuine, transparent, and honest. She would be an asset to any business venture. She is truly a first class business woman.
Latorie is a dedicated professional with a vast array of experience in her area of expertise. She completely turned around the operations of our child development center and she was constantly thinking of new and creative ideas to take us to the next level. She strives for Excellency in all she does and she does not settle for anything less. Nothing is impossible to this young lady. She is definitely one to watch.
Latorie Walker is a phenomenal woman and role model. Almost immediately upon meeting me, she began encouraging me in my roll as a small business owner. She always has a listening ear whenever I have a question, need practical advice or if I’m just discourage about something concerning my business. Her past experiences, her current success and her approachable and genuine personality makes her an amazing “big sister” mentor. The success I have experienced in my business just from knowing Latorie and taking her wisdom to heart has been immeasurable.
There are some people that you meet and immediately they have a lasting impact on your spirit. There is no pretense, no agendas but a strong sense of relation. Every leader must maintain strong relational value in order to lead themselves and others. Latorie is that person. A great sense of introspection, friendship, and leadership!!!
As members of the American Business Women’s Association Midlands Chapter, I have known Latorie for several years. Without reservation I can say that she acts with integrity and professionalism at all times. She is dependable, honest, and has the tenacity to successfully accomplish whatever she undertakes.