Superb Woman: Serita Jakes

Serita A. Jakes is executive director of women’s and children’s affairs at The Potter’s House, where she oversees the internationally acclaimed God’s Leading Ladies Life Enrichment Program; the mentoring program Distinctively Debutante Program; and Starting Over, committed to the betterment of women who encounter life altering challenges. Born in Beckley, West Virginia, she was injured in an accident and was told she’d never walk again, but if you know Mrs. Jakes, she’s resilient and she has overcome so many obstacles. A gifted writer, Mrs. Jakes’ first book, The Princess Within, followed byBeside Every Good Man: Loving Myself While Standing By Him; and, The Crossing, which tackles such issues as domestic violence, trauma and post traumatic stress syndrome. A drama major in college, Mrs. Jakes was the co-executive producer of the stage plays Woman, Thou Art Loosed and Behind Closed Doors. In addition, she assisted in the production of the film, Jumping the Broom. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and launched Serita Jakes Home, a thoughtfully-designed collection of candles and home décor accent pieces.. A loving wife of almost 40 years, mother and grandmother, Mrs. Jakes is a dynamic speaker and motivator.