Bio and awards
Dr. Tragil Wade-Johnson(h.c), (featured on CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell as the modern-day mother) is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, inspirational speaker, life coach, and author with a passion to improve the quality of life through Educating, Empowering, Encouraging, and Enlightening as many people as possible.
Dr. Tragil is known for being a caregiver and big sister to her famous brother, Dwyane Wade (retired NBA player). Their family story from tragedy to triumph sparked her desire to provoke change. In her words, “helping the little Dwyane and Tragil,” which inspired her to start America’s Big Sisters Foundation in 2017 where she desires to change the narrative of youth that have similar challenges. Tragil continues to pursue her mission of impacting lives by sharing her story with the world.
In 2020 Tragil married Edward Johnson receiving two bonus children Areyonna and Prince.
Tragil has mastered the following Educational Achievements:
Career/Professional Achievements:
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Dr. Tragil is known for being a caregiver and big sister to her famous brother, Dwyane Wade (retired NBA player). Their family story from tragedy to triumph sparked her desire to provoke change. In her words, “helping the little Dwyane and Tragil,” which inspired her to start America’s Big Sisters Foundation in 2017 where she desires to change the narrative of youth that have similar challenges. Tragil continues to pursue her mission of impacting lives by sharing her story with the world.
In 2020 Tragil married Edward Johnson receiving two bonus children Areyonna and Prince.
Tragil has mastered the following Educational Achievements:
- In 1998, she received an Associate Degree from San Diego City College in Early Childhood Education
- In 2005, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree at Chicago State University with a Major in Elementary Education and a Minor in Psychology
- In 2014, she pursued her passion for Ministry and obtained a Ministerial Certification
- In 2015, she received her Certification in Transformational Foundation, Grants and Strategies, Principals in Leadership, and Board Building at the University of Notre Dame
- In 2021, Trauma Informed Care Specialist
- In 2021, she received her Honorary Doctorate in Humanitarianism from The Global International Alliance Advocate University
- In 2022, Life Coach Certification
Career/Professional Achievements:
- 2003–2005 Community High School – Personal Assistant and Teacher
- 2005–2007 Educate Empower Academy (K-8) – Principal and Co-Founder
- 2007–2009 CSMG – Sports Marketing
- 2009–2019 Creative Artist Agency – Sports Client Management
- 2006–2017 Wades World Foundation – Executive Director
- 2017–Present CEO/Founder – America’s Big Sisters Foundation
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Speaker
Tragil Wade aspires to assist in Educating and Empowering people around the world
Dr. Tragil Wade-Johnson is a passionate speaker who proudly shares her story in hopes of inspiring others to live their dreams despite all odds and surmount obstacles to living their best lives. She is an infectious speaker who brings excitement to any stage she graces. It is her desire to encourage youth and provide practical life skills and spiritual tools for them to successfully navigate through life.
Dr. Tragil is perfect to speak to schools, youth groups, ministries, conferences, retreats, special events, and more. Some of her speaking
topics include:
Dr. Tragil can tailor the message as needed for your organization.
(CHURCH, SCHOOL, COMMUNITY EVENT, FUNDRAISER, CORPORATE TRAINING)
Dr. Tragil Wade-Johnson is a passionate speaker who proudly shares her story in hopes of inspiring others to live their dreams despite all odds and surmount obstacles to living their best lives. She is an infectious speaker who brings excitement to any stage she graces. It is her desire to encourage youth and provide practical life skills and spiritual tools for them to successfully navigate through life.
Dr. Tragil is perfect to speak to schools, youth groups, ministries, conferences, retreats, special events, and more. Some of her speaking
topics include:
- Live to Dream – Accessing your full potential
- In the Waiting Room – How to wait without losing hope
- Take Flight – Keys to Success
- Recipe of life - Empower Youth – using personal testimony of growing up on the tough streets of Chicago
- Team Win Championships Youth Life-Skills – Coach Tragil uses her Knowledge for the game of Basketball
Dr. Tragil can tailor the message as needed for your organization.
(CHURCH, SCHOOL, COMMUNITY EVENT, FUNDRAISER, CORPORATE TRAINING)
Author
This book contains raw feelings of women from all walks of life, from all age groups, and a variety of economic status. The book also contains Godly scriptures and motivation. We are hopeful this book will allow all those who read it to be encouraged, educated, empowered, and enlightened. This is an e-book only.
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In this empowering and captivating book, a group of remarkable leading women unite to share their inspiring stories of reclaiming their narrative and fearlessly leading their lives . with unyielding determination and unwavering strength, these women redefine what it means to be unapologetic in their pursuit of success and fulfillment. From conquering obstacles to embracing their true selves.
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Philanthropist
Dr. Tragil Wade-Johnson is a leader in the non-profit sector for over a decade.
- 11 years as Executive Director of Wade’s World Foundation. Responsible for Human Resource management, oversee Grant writing & Research, Fundraising events, Board Development, Community Engagement, Fiscal Management, Client solution and support, volunteer management, programming, strategic planning and marketing, Received many awards during my tenure most proud of NBA assist.
- AWARD 8 times. Raised over $3.4 million in the 1st 5 years.
- Partnerships with major International Brands (NBA, James Patterson, T-Mobile, Goldfish, Make-A-Wish) & Local Brands.
- 7th Years as CEO & Founder of 501©3, America’s Big Sisters Foundation. The mission is to empower, encourage, educate, and +enlighten women and girls to become independent, self-sufficient, goal-oriented, positive individuals who can excel in society by breaking cycles of lack. (check out americasbigsis.com for more info).
- Received GIA Honorary Doctorate in Humanitarianism for exemplary contributions to society by way of community service, advocacy, and philanthropic work in 2021.
- Highest honor Joe Biden Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021
Consultant and Coach
Dr. Tragil Wade-Johnson believes this is where it all comes together. All of her knowledge and experience used work in partnership with an
individual or group to help them reach their potential across all facets of life. She desires to assist them to make improvements in their lives to live a life on purpose. Dr. Tragil /Coach Tee uses faith-based principles to develop purpose and bring clarity in pursuit of your passion in daily life. She has been coaching individuals and organizations for over a decade.
DID YOU KNOW 80% of people who hired a coach/consultant reported an improvement in self-confidence.
individual or group to help them reach their potential across all facets of life. She desires to assist them to make improvements in their lives to live a life on purpose. Dr. Tragil /Coach Tee uses faith-based principles to develop purpose and bring clarity in pursuit of your passion in daily life. She has been coaching individuals and organizations for over a decade.
DID YOU KNOW 80% of people who hired a coach/consultant reported an improvement in self-confidence.