Hailing from Neches, TX., Phyllis J. Bedford is the author of “A Personal Journey ‘Finding Wings with Shattered Pieces’” and she offered a free series, “You Too Can Soar,” inspiring women to thrive in difficult times. Phyllis lost her only daughter to violence on September 11, 1992. She is a living example of a survivor as she has dedicated her life to helping others. Her goal is to inspire women to believe that simple surviving is not enough; they too can deal with their misfortune and loss and develop the strength to soar. She studied at Amberton University and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Business Administration. She also worked at Mobil Oil Corporation.
