Hailing from Georgia, Dr. Octavia Conner is the southeastern region’s #1 go-to financial
strategist, but her mission is global. Her philosophy is direct and powerful: profit is the pathway
to financial freedom for women entrepreneurs. Dr. Conner believes every woman CEO deserves
more than just high revenue; she deserves a business that consistently produces profit, fuels
growth, and creates the freedom to lead boldly and build a lasting legacy. This conviction is the
driving force behind her company, Say Yes To Profits, and its latest visionary endeavor, a vibrant
networking space and headquarters in Forest Park, GA, created specifically to empower female
entrepreneurs.

Dr. Conner’s primary focus today is serving as a worldwide leader in business financial strategy
for 7- and 8-figure women-owned businesses. She is deeply committed to helping powerful
women CEOs finally feel in control of their money. Her passion is transforming that reality. She
steps in to guide industry leaders from the exhausting cycle of unpredictable cash flow and rising
taxes to a state of clarity, strategy, and lasting profit. This evolved mission is at the heart of her
“why”: to eliminate small business failure by equipping women CEOs with the financial
leadership they need to scale strategically, protect profitability, and achieve true financial
freedom.

A recent client success story perfectly illustrates her impact. A CEO was on the verge of burnout,
struggling to collect a nearly $90,000 payment that was more than three months overdue. Cash
flow was tightening, and stress was mounting. Dr. Conner stepped in as her CFO, implemented
financial visibility systems, and designed a structured collection process. Within weeks, the
missing $89,279.13 was recovered. But the real victory was the CEO’s renewed peace of mind
and the confidence that she now had the systems and support to prevent such a crisis from ever
happening again. Dr. Conner’s mastery of financial strategy was forged through both triumphant
victories and personal challenges. After a decade of fostering the growth of multimillion-dollar
enterprises in corporate America as the coveted “numbers girl,” she took a courageous leap in
2011. Armed with little more than a laptop and boundless passion, she founded her own
enterprise to bring advanced financial management to small businesses.

Facing potential foreclosure and repossessions, she confronted adversity head-on. This chapter
tested her resilience and ultimately fueled her resurgence. Within 14 months of recalibrating, she
reclaimed her status as a six-figure business owner, rebranding her firm to Say YES to
Profits—an entity that has since achieved growth rates as high as 90% in a single year for its
clients and even crossed the seven-figure revenue milestone during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Conner’s profound impact has earned her significant recognition. Her expertise has been
featured in Forbes, Rolling Out Magazine, Afro Tech, and Inuit, and she has appeared on
platforms like Streetz 94.5. She was also celebrated as one of the 50 Most Powerful Women in
her field. Her growing list of accolades includes being named one of the 2024 Top Influential
Speakers and receiving the prestigious 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.

A best-selling author and consummate professional speaker, she holds a Doctor of Philosophy and
a Business & Entrepreneurship Coach Certification, solidifying her authority with over two
decades of financial and business experience. She is a sought-after voice, gracing stages like The
Women In Business Expo and Symposium.

Never one to slow down, Dr. Conner is focused on an ambitious vision for the future. Her plan
for the next 3–5 years involves strategically growing Say Yes To Profits® into a
multi-million-dollar firm, empowering her to focus on global leadership and speaking
engagements. As she elevates her worldwide brand as the go-to strategist for turning cash flow
into overflow, she will also expand her signature events. The goal is to establish Say Yes To
Profits® Live as a nationally recognized, must-attend experience for women CEOs ready to lead
with confidence. Today, Dr. Octavia Conner continues to stand as a beacon of guidance,
illuminating the path for business owners to build profitable enterprises that create not just
wealth, but lasting freedom and legacy.