Maria Dowd, Creator & Executive Producer of African American Women on Tour.

Every Successful entrepreneur has a business philosophy that navigates them beyond obstacles, through challenges and toward achievement of their ultimate goals. For one successful businesswoman, her philosophy is simple, yet profound, and has touched the lives of thousands of women around the world. "Recognize your calling; do meaningful work that has positive effects on others; and always listen to your inner voice," states Maria Dowd, creator and Executive Producer of African American Women on Tour (AAWOT).

AAWOT, title sponsored by Mobile Oil Corporation, is a national conference that tours six cities, offering self-empowerment workshops, networking events, cultural activities and presentations by some of the nation's most dynamic Black female personalities.

Ms. Dowd produces AAWOT with the help of a crew of 20, as well as support from corporations such as Mobile Oil corporation, Kellogg, Chrysler, AllState Insurance Company, JC Penney, Reebok International and American Airlines. With such powerful and influential support, Ms. Dowd is sure to continue to live up to her philosophy of empowering Black women throughout the U.S. and abroad.