Celebrating Shreveport Black History Icons – Velma Kirksey-Tarver

Velma is a mother of three, entrepreneur, advocate, and personal life coach.  She brings more than 30 years experience as a business owner, 10 years as a global humanitarian (IGOcares.org) along with 11 years as a coach. A graduate of Louisiana Tech University, Velma is currently a Certified Professional Life Coach through inviteCHANGE, Academy for Coach Training and an Associate Certified Coach through the International Coach Federation.  

In the spirit of partnership, Velma works with individuals who are ready, willing, and looking for change, whether it’s personal or professional.  By tapping into the true essence of her clients, she brings a Spiritual understanding to the process of pursuing goals, fulfilling dreams, discovering life purpose, and making life transitions.