March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor the incredible achievements of women who are shaping their communities and industries. Houston is home to some extraordinary women who are breaking barriers, inspiring others, and leaving lasting legacies. Here are five phenomenal Houston women you should know about:
Aiyesha Minott
Owner of Polished Occasions Wedding Planning
A Houston native, Aiyesha Minott is a College Professor and the founder of Polished Occasions, an event planning firm that specializes in opulent weddings and luxury events. Beyond running her successful business, she is also a business coach for aspiring event planners, an author, a wife, and a mother.
Polished Occasions is known for its regal flair, ensuring that every event is elegant, refined, and executed with top-tier customer service. The company has received multiple prestigious awards, including the WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award (2017-2019) and The Knot Best of Weddings (2018-2022) and more, signifying its status as a highly-rated wedding planning service.
Learn more about Aiyesha: Polished Occasions | Instagram: @polishedamarie
Soraya Orelien
Content Creator & Blogger
Soraya Orelien is a content creator, woman in Faith and blogger who shares her experiences as a NICU mama while also focusing on travel, beauty, wellness, and encouragement. Through her platform, she inspires women to reconnect with themselves and take charge of their personal growth.
Her blog, The Solo Tribe, serves as a space for women who are ready to move past fear and insecurity and fully embrace the life they’ve been praying for. She also offers valuable tips on content creation, helping others batch-create like professionals.
Learn more about Soraya: Solo Raya Creates | Instagram: @sheissoloraya
Chelsea Edwards
Host of Chattin’ with Chelsea on Fox 26
Chelsea Edwards is a Houston-born journalist and host of Chattin’ with Chelsea, a segment on Fox 26 that covers culture, encouragement, food, lifestyle tips, and more.
She discovered her passion for broadcasting at Hightower High School’s Media Academy, later earning her Telecommunications degree from Texas Southern University. Chelsea worked behind the scenes for years before transitioning into an on-camera role as a journalist. After covering stories in Waco and Bell County, she returned home to Houston, where she now shares stories that impact her community.
Learn more about Chelsea: Chattin’ with Chelsea | Instagram: @chelseafox26 | @chelseashowfox
Ashley Lazarre
Creative, Model & Global Inclusion Advocate
Ashley Lazarre is a Houston-based storyteller, content creator, and advocate for global inclusion and Black women’s empowerment. Ashley fuses activism, academia, and fashion to inspire others. Ashley is also getting her doctorate in Black Women's Studies and digital activism.
Through her platform, she is known for her bold storytelling, particularly through natural hair and braid hairstyles. She is a powerful voice in both creative and advocacy spaces, using her work to push for social change and representation.
Shalainna Ogunbiyi
Digital Marketing Strategist & Founder of Social Boss Empire
Shalainna Ogunbiyi is the founder of Social Boss Empire and Women & Wine Houston, providing women with networking opportunities, digital marketing resources, and business growth strategies.
Her platform, Social Boss Empire, empowers women entrepreneurs to leverage their unique talents and passions in order to succeed in business. SBE serves as a sisterhood where women can support and uplift one another while pursuing their entrepreneurial goals.
Follow Shalainna: Instagram: @socialbossempire
These five women are just a few of the many incredible leaders in Houston who are paving the way for others.
Their dedication to their crafts and communities is truly inspiring.
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, let’s continue to uplift and support women who are making a difference!
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