Dr. Alonia Parks is an inspirational speaker, accomplished journalist and public relations professional, and spiritual leader who has been positively impacting lives for more than 30 years. She is CEO of Dream 2 Destiny Enterprises (D2DE, LLC), a full-service corporate communications and professional development company. She is also servant leader/pastor of Dream to Destiny Ministries, Inc., a Christ-centered, nondenominational church that helps people live victorious lives through the Word of God.

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A native of Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Alonia is a graduate of William A. Bass High School. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Spelman College, credits toward a master’s degree in Biblical Studies and Theology from Luther Rice Seminary, and in recognition of 30+ years of humanitarianism and philanthropy, she received the Doctor of Humane Letters degree from the Global International Alliance in May 2022.

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Dr. Alonia is a former magazine owner (IMANI and South Fulton Lifestyle) and the mastermind behind the BFLY℠ brand of inspiration, the Wise Women Prosper℠ movement, and The Dream Institute. In short, Dr. Alonia is a loving and doting mother and grandmother, supportive daughter, effective leader, compassionate friend, committed pastor, successful business owner, and challenging educator/trainer/coach. But most importantly, she is a child of God.