Yolanda Marks
YOLANDA is a Philadelphia native, and a kingdom minded lover of Jesus Christ. She is embracing her “FREEDOM” and desires to bring FREEDOM to others. Yolanda is a HOPE Ambassador and seeks to bring HOPE & HEALING to the world. In addition to her ambassador role, she is a mother of 3 (2 young women Ericka, Talonda, and one young man, Eric) and a grandmother of 3 (Angel, Jaxon, & Legend). Yolanda is an avid member of CityReach Philly. She serves on the board and also aids in various ministries in the church. Yolanda has had the pleasure of doing missionary work in Togo, Africa with Shoeless Fellowship Ministry & Madagascar with via SOS Adventure. She has written plays in her active service, been an event organizer, preacher, and participates in the ministry mime. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Peirce College in Paralegal Studies and a master’s degree in public leadership from Lutheran Theological Seminary of Philadelphia. She also has a Certificate in Forgiveness Coaching and Practitioner from Alison.com, Galaway Ireland. Currently Yolanda works full-time as a Staff Development Professional with over 20 years of experience in the Non-Profit sector. She has worked in digital literacy, professional development, and community empowerment. Being about her father’s business and moving in obedience, Yolanda has stewardship over a growing HOPE empire with the following ministries: HOPE Message, HOPE Fit Club, HOPE Message Breakfast Club, HOPE Live, So Good Food, and PODTALK.
