ABOUT ME
Michelle Bryant Griffin is multi-talented. Growing up the oldest
of eight children, she was destined to be a leader, mentor, and
motivator. She has lived in or traveled to all 50 states as well as
the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico & has driven across Canada
three times.
She is an entrepreneur, artist, speaker, multi-award-winning,
self-published author of eight books, & a national, multi-awardwinning, published photographer. Her time spent at Ringling
School of Art & Design proved to be the catapult to her
creativity & has provided education, insight, & lessons she
carries with her to this day. Michelle also served as an Air
Force wife for over twenty years which has provided her with
immense versatility & adaptability that she proudly returns to
her clients.
She has appeared through various engagements & platforms on
the CW, several local & nationally syndicated radio stations, &
podcasts sharing her positive outlook from Florida to Alaska. As
well, her art & photography has been featured in numerous
promotional campaigns, magazines, and calendars, & used on
several album covers across the globe.
Michelle is a transformation artist & the owner of Focus on
Fabulous, a woman-owned company consisting of a quarterly
digital and print publication, podcast on over 10 platforms, a
creative photography business, a small business solutions team
& a local connection meeting spot in Goose Creek - all of which
help women in shine their light & make their impact on the
world.
Her business, lifestyle, & genuine love of people resonate with
an unyielding message of passion, victory & empowerment,
healing & hope while focusing on the silver lining. As evident in
her writings, her life, her photography, & the way she views
the world one can clearly see she has a heart for serving others
and exemplifies creativity.
EDUCATION:
• Penn Foster – (Small Business Management Certification)
• Coastal Georgia Community College - Kingsland, GA
(Photography Certification Program)
• Florida Jr. College at Jacksonville – Jacksonville, FL
• Ringling School of Art & Design – Sarasota, FL
• Duncan U. Fletcher Sr. High School – Neptune Bch, FL
(graduated top 25%)
SKILLS/ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Logo design creation trademarked
City of Charleston, SC Proclamation declaring Focus on
Fabulous Day - Sept. 2017
Nationally acclaimed multi-award-winning photographer
(Photographs used in Worldwide Campaigns)
Self-published Author (eight titles available at most online
book retailers)
Sought after Motivational SpeakerOver 27 years of graphic
design experience in print shop, newspaper and magazine
Logo creation & promotional pieces for local festivals & several
businesses
South Carolina Art Competition (statewide ) Second Place (2
consecutive years)
Who's Who among American High School Students (Junior and
Senior year - high school)
MICHELLE
BRYANT GRIFFIN
ENTREPRENEUR
ARTIST,
AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR,
AWARD-WINNING PHOTOGRAPHER,
- Berkeley Square Lane #133
Goose Creek, SC 29445-
BUSINESS EXPERIENCE:
• FOCUS ON FABULOUS, LLC: Feb 2013-Present
(CEO/owner): Specializing in all aspects of owning,
operating, & networking a creative business including
a print & digital publication, Podcast, Photography,
Business Solutions & Marketing, & Online Courses
• KRISTINE'S JOY FOR KIDS: Charleston, SC
Fundraising, business sponsor, marketing creator
• OLAN MILLS: Kingsland, GA - (Studio Manager/
Photographer): Opening & closing procedures. Provide
quality portrait photography in a studio setting to a
diverse clientele. Able to shoot, show and sell in a
timely manner while still providing quality, one-on-one
customer service. Company certification completed.
Several merit awards won for photos used in
promotions and worldwide advertising.
OUTSIDE ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
ECPI University: Business Administration Advisory
Board
FBLA: Future Business Leaders of America
State Competition Judge
ACHI: Community Communications Manager
AWARDS & ACCOLADES:
ACHI Magazine: Positive Social Influence- 2022
American Business Women's Association:
Woman of the Year -2020
ACHI Magazine: Columnist of the Year Award Winner 2019
American Business Women's Association:
Protege Award Winner 2018
Focus on Fabulous Day- September 9th:
Mayor Declared State Proclamation 2017
South Carolina Art Competition (statewide ) Second Place
(2 consecutive years)
BRYANT GRIFFIN (CONT.)
OUTSIDE EXPERIENCE:
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
Mothers Of Prayer Group - Colorado Springs, CO (2006)
The Children's ARK Mental Health Facility - Green Mountain Springs,
CO (2006)
Oasis of Peace (Domestic Violence platform) - Jacksonville, FL (2006)
Mirelli Metamorphosis Conference - Charleston, SC (2015)
American Business Women's Assoc. - Charleston, SC (2018)
Mistress of Ceremony - International African American fashion show Hollywood, SC
Mistress of Ceremony - M.A.R.I.E Talks - Charleston, SC (2016, 2018,
2019,2022)
MOST REQUESTED TOPICS:
Celebrate Your Uniqueness - Building confidence from insecurity
Overcoming Adversity - Finding the silver lining in every situation
Seeing the World Through Rose-Colored Glasses - despite the
circumstances
Living a life of Destiny & Purpose - Leaving a Legacy, Making Your Mark
Be Real & Let the World Catch Up - Bringing the Inside to the Outside
The Five Languages of Appreciation - 5 Love Languages for Business
Give Your Brand A Voice - Charleston, SC
TELEVISION/RADIO APPEARANCES
The Healing Touch w/ Norma Dearing - Jacksonville, FL
KTLF (90.5) - Colorado Springs, CO
It's Your Business (Kenetic Radio) - Charleston, SC
Live with Lynette Green (Magic 107.5) - Charleston, SC
105.5 The Bridge (morning show w/ Box & Jess)
Charleston, SC
The Journey with Aisha - kinetichifi.com/thejourney Charleston, SC
A Deeper You - (aired on the CW) - Charleston, SC
BOOKS BY MICHELLE BRYANT:
God, are You listening? Hearing His voice through forgiveness & faith
Rambling Roads - a collection of thoughts, prayers & poetry
In an instant (a novel)
Walking in my mind (a journey with words)
Ten Effective Ways to RISE UP, AIM HIGH, STAND TALL & BE
OUTSTANDING in the Field of Life & Business (for entrepreneurs)
Raised by Gypsies, Surrounded by Dreamers, Rooted a Rebel
Live Life Wild, Free & Horsing Around (a quirky photo book)
Girl, It's time to focus on the sparkle - 52 motivational messages to keep
you focused & encouraged
Michelle is an ambitious entrepreneur that shows great ambition, creativity, loyalty, and
support to so many.
When I originally met her I thought she was just a photographer but I quickly discovered
that she is so much more. She is extremely creative.
She is an author, a very creative photographer, the founder and CEO of Focus of Fabulous,
and a spiritual speaker.
Although she constantly works hard at the many facets of her businesses, Michelle still
makes time for volunteering her services with local non-profits. She is dedicated to making
others feel welcome and loved.
She demonstrates impressive professionalism and I feel confident in saying that she is
capable of handling any situation with thoughtfulness and maturity. ~ Actual testimony
SKILLS
Adaptability
Branding
Communication
Creativity
Leadership
Organization
Photography
Problem Solving
