What Is the C.E.O. Collective?

The CEO Collective is a movement—powered by entrepreneurs, built on collaboration, and committed to economic equity. We support small business owners, solopreneurs, and visionaries with real tools, shared wisdom, and a connected community to help them grow and thrive.

The C.E.O. Collective:
Under the CEO Collective umbrella, we offer a rotating series of experiences designed to meet entrepreneurs and business owners where they are:

  • Business Work Session Series – Expert-led sessions covering essential topics—from finances and branding to systems and leadership designed to help entrepreneurs grow smarter and stronger.

  • Networking Mixers – Relaxed gatherings that bring entrepreneurs together to connect, collaborate, and build relationships that go beyond business.

These experiences create a consistent rhythm of support, development, and connection week by week and month by month.

The C.E.O. Exchange:
The C.E.O. Exchange is our platform for exposure, visibility, and direct-to-consumer growth. Through curated vendor markets, pop-up shops, and collaborative events, we give entrepreneurs real opportunities to showcase their businesses in high-traffic, high-energy environments. It’s more than a market—it’s a launchpad. Whether you’re introducing a new product, building a customer base, or gaining feedback, the CEO Exchange helps entrepreneurs connect with the people who matter, customers, partners, and collaborators. These events are intentionally inclusive, community-driven, and designed to highlight the diverse talent shaping our local economy.

The C.E.O. Community:
At the heart of our work is the C.E.O. Community, a growing network of entrepreneurs, business coaches, nonprofit leaders, and civic partners. Together, we share resources, celebrate wins, and offer honest, values-based support. We believe entrepreneurship is a powerful pathway to generational wealth, self-determination, and community transformation and we’re building that future, together.

Meet Our Board

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Tanya McCaskill-Dickens | Founder

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Charnelle Shephard | Vice Chair

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Asia Hill | Treasurer

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Dominique Ford | Board Strategist

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Rebecca Dickens | Secretary

Join Our Team

Board Member Bios

  • Founder

    Tanya McCaskill Dickens is the owner of Savor the Moment Dessert Bar in Greensboro and High Point which are known for their trademarked signature Crunch Cheesecakes.

    She also authored and published “Raising Generational Entrepreneurs: The Keys to Building a Legacy” and holds a degree in Cultural Studies from North Carolina A&T State University.

    Recognized as a business leader, Tanya has received several accolades, including Women of the Year and Family Business of the Year.

    www.savorthemomentbakery.com

  • Vice Chair

  • Treasurer

    Asia Hill is the entrepreneur and driving force behind Carson Creative Solutions. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from North Carolina A&T State University and is an aspiring Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

    She is experienced in private wealth management and financial analysis as a former Credit Analyst at Bank of America, within the Global Wealth and Investment Management Credit division.

    She believes that growth is driven by community, sharing expertise, and creative solutions. Asia Hill leverages her local professional network, financial accounting education, and financial analysis expertise to help small business owners gain financial clarity and drive sustainable business growth.

  • Board Strategist

    With over 15 years of experience in event planning and tech strategy, she’s the founder of B.I.T. (Build. Integrate. Train.), where she helps organizations streamline operations through smart software solutions, automation, and SEO-optimized web design.

    Dominique is already hitting the ground running—supporting summit logistics, sharing creative ways to deliver tech tips to entrepreneurs, and helping us build out systems that will serve our members long-term.

    She’ll also be leading one of our six upcoming educational work sessions this year, teaching small business owners how to harness technology to automate, streamline, and scale their operations.

  • Secretary

  • Board Member

    As the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of The McKiever Group Creative Company, Dr. Shinika specializes in empowering leaders, transforming nonprofits, and building stronger communities.

    With over 15 years of experience in leadership development, nonprofit capacity building, and strategic planning, Dr. Shinika delivers bold, purpose-driven solutions that help clients overcome challenges and achieve sustainable growth.

    She believes in leveraging lived experiences and natural talents to drive innovation, dismantle barriers, and create lasting impact. Dr Shinika’s approach is direct, intentional, and rooted in the belief that leadership thrives when it aligns with purpose and values.