Dr. Felicia Phillips is a serial entrepreneur, international TEDx speaker, passionate advocate and philanthropist dedicated to advancing small business development and driving economic empowerment in underrepresented communities. With over three decades of experience, she has cemented her reputation as a thought leader, helping individuals and organizations achieve their goals while creating lasting social and economic impact.
Dr. Phillips is the Master Business Strategist at PPICW, Incorporated, a two-time award-winning organization specializing in program management and supplier development and is President & CEO of Heartland Solution Inc, a full-service construction firm with a proven track record of delivering complex projects in mission-critical environments. Through her businesses, she has forged innovative corporate partnerships that bridge representation gaps, connecting small and diverse-owned businesses with organizations focused on economic empowerment and equity.
As the Founder of The One Million Dreams Foundation for Entrepreneurship, Inc. and visionary behind MogulCon, Dr. Phillips has created a nationally renowned platform that educates, connects, and elevates black business owners. This annual event brings together influential speakers, corporate leaders, government agencies and entrepreneurs, equipping participants with access to opportunities, resources, strategies, and a supportive community for success. In 2020, the organization received a multi-state strategic alliance agreement from the Small Business Administration (SBA) to assist with continuing their work with small business owners.
Dr. Phillips has guided over 6,000 entrepreneurs to build sustainable, impactful enterprises. Her customized growth strategies and expertise in leadership make her a sought-after advisor across all stages of business development. She has been featured in The Huffington Post, Atlanta Journal & Constitution, Black Enterprise, Rolling Out and Upscale Magazines, Sheen, CBS, FOX, BET, and TLC networks, and many other media outlets. Dr. Phillips has had the pleasure of working with Southern Company (Georgia Power Company & Alabama Power Company), Burns & McDonnell, Pathward, Grady Health System, Wells Fargo, AARP, Delta AirLines, McDonald’s, Atlanta Falcons, Papa John’s International, Mastercard, Live Oak Bank and more.
Beyond her business ventures, Dr. Phillips is a champion for women and marginalized communities. She serves on multiple boards to include Girls Inc. of Greater Atlanta, The National Coalition of 100 Black Women and BorderLight Cleveland. She is intentional about collaborating with organizations prioritizing equity, and advocates for diversity through her speaking engagements and media presence. Her unwavering commitment to amplifying the voices of diverse entrepreneurs and promoting inclusive policies underscores her dedication to making a difference.
Dr. Phillips has been celebrated as one of the Top 100 Women of Influence in Business, 2023 Business Woman of the Year for the Atlanta Business League, the National Women’s Empowerment Ministry Award, 2018 Supplier of the Year for GMSDC and 2019 NMSDC Supplier of the Year and is a recipient of the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award from President Joe Biden These accolades highlight her exceptional contributions to business, innovation, and service. Dr. Phillips lives by the principle that success is not just about individual achievement but about lifting others as you climb. Her legacy as a builder of businesses and communities reflects her vision, resilience, and unyielding purpose. By merging business with purpose, Dr. Felicia Phillips continues to inspire transformation, proving that the possibilities are truly limitless.
Her motto is “True success is when you use your gifts and talents to make other people successful.”
