Twyla Garrett Wins The Brightside Empowerer Virtual Award 2025-26
2025–2026 Brightside Empowerer Award Presentation
Honoring Twyla Garrett, Founder of The Impact League
Goldsboro, NC — Discover Brightside is proud to present the 2025–2026 Brightside Empowerer Award to Twyla Garrett, Founder of The Impact League—a bold, high-impact community of entrepreneurs and wealth-builders dedicated to visibility, collaboration, and sustainable growth.
This recognition reflects the powerful alignment between The Impact League’s established network of entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders and Brightside Worldwide Inc.’s expertise in video production, AI-driven storytelling, and global media distribution. Together, this collaboration meets—and exceeds—the Brightside Empowerers™ 10E Framework, recognizing measurable real-world impact, visibility, and growth.
Watch the Video Interviews
Gallery View: https://youtu.be/CafU4QkaDX4
Speaker View: https://youtu.be/OMvvBfw4zfk
Expanding Opportunities for Visibility & Growth
Twyla Garrett champions discovery as the missing link for many founders and professionals.
“Most entrepreneurs and professionals struggle not because of a lack of skill or product, but because they remain undiscovered,”
— Elton R. Brewington, Co-Founder, Brightside Worldwide Inc., Former U.S. Congressional Candidate
“We believe everyone has a story worth sharing. Through AI-video storytelling, we transform those stories into opportunities—creating visibility, discovery, and connections that can change lives and industries.”
— Elizabeth Clare Brewington, Host & Producer, Discover Brightside Video Podcast
About the Brightside Empowerer Award
The Empowerers™ 10E Framework
Every Brightside Empowerer recognition follows a consistent, transparent evaluation focused on impact, not hype:
E — Empower: Creates opportunity, confidence, or transformation
M — Motivator: Inspires action and belief
P — Presentation: Communicates clearly with professional presence
O — Original: Brings a distinct voice or solution
W — Wow Factor: Delivers memorable differentiation
E — Experience: Demonstrates credibility and proven results
R — Relevance: Addresses timely needs and conversations
E — Enjoyable: Engages with authenticity and connection
R — Recognized: Earns trust and validation
S — Sales & Marketing Innovators: Advances visibility, storytelling, and growth strategy
Honorees — Fourth Win
Empowerer Trailblazer Ambassadors | Virtual Award
Recognizing sustained excellence and leadership over four consecutive years:
JoAnn Wagner & Bill Wagner — Creators & Publishers, Sir Pigglesworth’s Adventures
Reginal Lyerly — Staff Sgt., U.S. Armed Forces (Ret.)
Linda P. Thompson — Author & Voice Artist
Bill Pekny — Speaker & Author, U.S. Armed Forces (Ret.)
Lisa L. Baker — Speaker & Founder, Ascentim
Category 2: First Win — Brightside Empowerer Award
Recognized for first-time impact and leadership within the Brightside community:
Heather Dolland Tamam — Founder, Doltam Creative Solutions
Trevon Sailor — Veteran, Author & Founder, Sailor’s Brew Coffee LLC
Jacqueline Carroll — Creator of Get 9
Robert Butwin — Author & Master Strategist Networker
Mort Orman — Board-Certified Physician & Author (23+ books on Emotional Intelligence)
Richard Morden — Co-Founder, Quantum Approach & Time Sweeps
Sue Campbell — Author & Toymaker
Why the Brightside Empowerer Award Matters
For Honorees
Professional video interviews distributed globally
Enhanced discoverability with SEO-friendly, evergreen media
Credibility and trust through a transparent 10E evaluation
Strategic connections with founders, investors, and collaborators
Ongoing visibility across newsletters, social clips, and features
For Brands & Communities
Global reach via AI-video storytelling and multi-platform distribution
Measured impact focused on relevance and real outcomes
Thought-leadership positioning without pay-to-play pressure
Long-term value through content that continues to perform
https://www.impactleague.co
Congratulations to all 2025–2026 Brightside Empowerer Honorees—thank you for leading with purpose, visibility, and impact.
We are proud to announce that the Discover Brightside Video Podcast is now an award-winning platform, recently honored by the NC Veterans Business Association (NCVETBIZ). This recognition reflects our commitment to uplifting voices, amplifying stories, and building community — especially among veterans, authors, creatives, and changemakers. As always, our video-podcast offers a welcoming stage for authors, entrepreneurs, and creators to share their books, journeys, and ideas with a growing, engaged audience. Our mission remains the same: to showcase powerful stories, foster connection, and deliver meaningful exposure for every guest.
π What’s Next at Brightside
For Awardees & Trailblazer Ambassadors
As a 2025–2026 Brightside Empowerer Awardee or Ambassador, your journey continues throughout the year with expanded opportunities to:
Receive ongoing editorial recognition across the Brightside Magazine, Video Podcast, and Media Network
Be invited to speak, share, and lead conversations during Brightside events and virtual stages
Contribute insights, stories, and expertise that empower the Brightside Community
Collaborate with fellow leaders, creators, and change-makers through our growing networks
Recognition at Brightside is not a one-time moment — it’s a year-long platform for visibility, service, and impact.
For Our Viewers & Community
Whether you’re discovering Brightside for the first time or returning for continued inspiration, you’re invited to:
Watch empowering videos that support balance in work, relationships, wellness, and purpose
Learn practical tools grounded in EQ, leadership, and empowerment
Connect with voices that inspire growth, confidence, and meaningful change
Participate in events designed to help you live your best, most empowered life
π Stay Connected
Explore our full calendar of events, subscribe for updates, and join our growing community:
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π YouTube: youtube.com/@discoverbrightsidevideopodcast
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Upcoming events and live recordings
Award announcements and honoree features
Opportunities to participate, speak, and grow
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