Inspirational Talk with Toneal

Teratineka “Million Dollar Gurl” Thomas, a Chicago-native, has always had a passion for the creative and fine arts - especially writing. One interesting explanation of why she goes by the name “Million Dollar Gurl” revolves around her beliefs that in order to reach financial abundance and happiness, one must be rich in spirit meaning be positive to attract positive. She has experience working in a variety of facets including operations management, marketing, city government and not-for-profit organizations. She holds a M.A. in Communication and Training and is also a life coach, networking liaison and creative director. She is an avid volunteer and has participated in numerous charities and organizations including the State of Illinois “Teen Parent Services” program where she gives back since she was once a teen mom. She has a passion for the fine arts and marketing and has helped and advised numerous individuals with career and personal relationships and goals for many years. Her niche is using realism-including sarcasm and down to earth conversation- in order to motivate and help people to understand relationships.