Dr. Nicole Steele

For more than 30 years, Dr. Nicole Steele has dedicated her life to transforming lives through mentorship, leadership development, confidence coaching, and faith-centered empowerment. Whether speaking on global stages, coaching women through breakthrough moments, or mentoring girls through Diamond In The Rough, her mission remains the same: helping people recognize their value, embrace their purpose, and walk boldly in who they were created to be.

With 30 years of corporate and youth development experience, Steele has committed her life to empowering leaders, ladies & little girls around the world. Dr. Steele is a John Maxwell Certified coach, speaker and facilitator for individuals, youth and families as well as a Christian Life Coach. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Alabama A&M University and received a Certification in Nonprofit Leadership from Michigan State University.

She is a graduate of the Gwinnett Neighborhood Leadership Institute (GNLI), and in 2016, CICA International University and Seminary conferred its highest honor, awarding Steele with the degree of Doctor of Philosophy Humane Letters for over 25 years of service as a visionary, author, speaker, change agent, and advocate for women and girls. In addition, Word of Life Ministries International has conferred upon her all rights and privileges of an Ordained Minister, Chaplain and Ambassador at large.

At a Glance

Dr. Steele holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Alabama A&M University and earned a Certification in Nonprofit Leadership from Michigan State University. She is also a graduate of the Gwinnett Neighborhood Leadership Institute and has been honored with a Doctor of Philosophy in Humane Letters for her decades of visionary leadership, advocacy, and service to women and girls.

Award-winning, globally recognized, visionary and advocate for women and girls
Founder & Executive Director of Diamond In The Rough Youth Development Program, Inc.
Founding Partner of Gem Makers, LLC.
Co-Founder of The Beyond Brilliant Network
Television Producer & Co-Host
International Speaker & Confidence Coach
Best-selling published author
35+ Years of Leadership & Youth Development Experience
John C. Maxwell Certified Leadership & Family Coach & Youth Program Facilitator
Triple Certified Confidence Coach
Certified in Relational Intelligence
Daniels Certified Premier Speaker and Coach
Chaplain & Ordained Minister -Word of Life Ministries Intl.

Honors & Recognitions

Dr. Steele’s impact has been recognized through numerous honors, including:

Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award
State of Georgia Outstanding Citizen Award
MLK Drum Major Innovation Service Award
Trailblazing Woman of the Year
Heart Hall of Fame - Woman of Refuge Award
Women of Refuge Award
Marquis Who’s Who Recognition
Woman of Valor Award
TIAA Difference Maker 100 Honoree
National Mentoring - Lifetime Achievement Award Finalist

Above every title and accomplishment, Dr. Nicole Steele believes her greatest assignment is helping people see the priceless value within themselves. Her passion, authenticity, and unwavering faith have helped encourage and equip thousands around the world to pursue purpose, build confidence, and create lasting impact.

Whether you’re seeking a speaker, mentor, coach, consultant, or trusted voice for your organization,

Dr. Nicole Steele and her team are committed to helping you move further, faster.