Dr. Brenda Combs, Ed.D. Ambassador of InspirationTM

TRANSFORMING LIVES THROUGH
Inspiration, Recovery & Entrepreneurship

Dr. Brenda Combs is an internationally recognized speaker, best-selling author, entrepreneur, and recovery housing expert who has turned personal adversity into a platform for inspiration and empowerment.

From homelessness to earning her doctorate in organizational leadership, Dr. Brenda's journey embodies resilience, faith, and the power of second chances. For over 13 years, she has dedicated her life to serving the recovery community while empowering entrepreneurs, particularly women, to build purpose-driven businesses.

Leadership Roles

  • Founder & CEO, Making Things Better (MTB) Sober Living (Est. 2011); operated 10 licensed sober living facilities; currently directing 5 licensed homes and 2 rental properties

  • Founder & CEO, BRC Publishing (Est. 2015)

  • Founder, BRC Media Group

  • Founder, BRC Theatre Group (Est. 2015)

  • Creator, SHERO Entrepreneurs Brand & Movement

Published Works

  • Building Recovering Communities (Co-Author)

  • SHERO Entrepreneurs - #4 International Bestseller

  • Finding My Shoes - Bestseller, currently in film development

  • 15+ books, including inspirational, business, and faith-based works

Media & Appearances

  • CNN

  • The Today Show

  • Oprah Radio

  • The Wendy Williams Show

  • Multiple Podcast & Radio Interviews

Signature Programs

  • Start Your Sober Living Home Masterclass

  • SHERO Entrepreneurs Anthology Program

  • BRC Publishing Academy

  • Sober Living Consulting (Licensing, Operations, Compliance)

What Makes Dr. Brenda Different?

  • Lived experience transformed into purpose and impact

  • 13+ years of proven recovery housing leadership

  • Multi-industry expertise across media, publishing, theater, and business

  • Doctorate in Organizational Leadership

  • Authentic, transparent, faith-centered approach

Speaking Topics & Expertise

Recovery &
Sober Living:

  • Building Sustainable Recovery Housing

  • Ethical Operations

  • Creating Safe Communities

  • Profit With Purpose

Entrepreneurship
& Business

  • From Homeless to CEO

  • Mission-Driven Business

  • Women Entrepreneurs

  • Publishing & Multiple Revenue Streams

Inspiration & Transformation

  • Walking Through Adversity

  • Leading with Purpose

  • Faith-Base Entrepreneurship

  • Second Chances

Creative Entrepreneurship

  • Building a Creative Business Empire

  • Theater for Community Impact

  • Turning Passion Into Profit

Planning an Event or Considering Dr. Brenda for Your Stage?

Download Dr. Brenda's speaker one-sheet for an at-a-glance overview of her speaking experience, signature topics, credentials, media recognition, and audience impact.

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