In celebration of Women's History Month and to also acknowledge our 4th Annual "The Woman Spotlight 2018", we are selecting all Boss Ladies, Mompreneurs, Female Doctors, Lawyers, Singers, and etc to highlight for the month of March. Today we are highlighting Phyllis Burton, Momager and Executive Director of 501(c)3, Sock Out Poverty Inc. 

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Q. State Your name and Where You Are From.

Phyllis Burton from Houston, TX

Q. What's the Name of Your Business?

The name of the business I'm the Executive Director for is Sock Out Poverty, Inc.I'm also the momager of actress, model, and founder of Sock Out Poverty Inc, Princess Jackson

Q. Who or What Inspired You to Create Your Business?

My 14 year old daughter, Princess Jackson inspired me to lead, managed, and execute Sock Out Poverty mission which is to reduce poverty and restore lives. She is the founder of Sock Out Poverty, Inc and I oversee all operations of the business.

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Q. Who Benefits From Your Product or Service?

The less fortunate, homeless, and displaced families benefit from our product services. I'm the "mind" behind the business. My compassion for the community is what motivates me during the daily operations of "Sock Out Poverty, Inc." I have secured donations from national business including Walmart, Sam's Club, and The Floyd Mayweather Jr. Foundation.

Q.What Advice Can You Give to Aspiring Young Women Who Would Like to Become Successful in Your Given Field?

The advice I have to inspire women is pursue your dreams even when the way is not clear. Stay the course. Don't think outside the box...Demolish the box! Set trends, break barriers, work hard, and remain teachable.

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Stay Connected with Phyllis!

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Website: www.sockoutpoverty.org 
Instagram: @classiep

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Published March 6, 2018