Deya Smith-Starks

Deya Smith-Starks

CA, US
The Muse, The Motivator, The Messenger

Named as one of Ebony Magazines 'Future Leaders'- this writer, political and social commentator, actress and motivational speaker is a leader indeed. Deya is the Owner and Creative Director of Muse Creative Services, a media production, communications and public relations firm. Most recently, Deya took her destiny to the next level, creating hot, fresh, and in your face short-form radio programming: 'DEYA DIRECT!,'- CommentRary for your heart, mind and soul. 'DEYA DIRECT!'- an unprecedented entertaining style of commentary, tackles today's critical issues while inspiring personal, social, spiritual and civic responsibility. 'DEYA DIRECT!'- can be heard several times a day on XM Satellite Radio's The POWER, Channel 169; and as a feature with the nationally syndicated program 'On the Phone with Ti-Rone and on WAOK in Atlanta.'-

'DEYA DIRECT!' is also featured as a weekly column on www.EURweb.com where it's reaching millions and receiving rave reviews. Her column has become exceptionally popular. For many years, Deya has traveled throughout the United States and abroad to schools, universities and conferences advocating for HIV/AIDS prevention, high self-esteem and civic and political participation. Deya facilitates forums and seminars on media and public speaking skills, youth issues, leadership, health, and political involvement. In 1994, Deya won the national title of Miss Black USA and in 1993 she was Miss Black Connecticut. During her national reign, Deya served as a spokeswoman for the American Red Cross' Minority HIV/AIDS program. She has been featured in numerous magazines and news publications for her community and professional work.

PROGRAMS

- The SISTA Project: Empowering African-American Young Adult Women

-Apathy or Revolution: Hip Hop, Politic, HIV/AIDS and Social Responsibility

-X - Level Commentary: Using Media to Bridge the Class and Generation Gap

-Controlling Your Media Interview

-When Fly Girls Cry: Successful Women Struggle Too

-Fulfilling Your Purpose: Where I Am and Where I Want to Be

-Speaking with Clarity, Confidence and Charisma

Named as one of Ebony Magazines 'Future Leaders'- this writer, political and social commentator, actress and motivational speaker is a leader indeed. Deya is the Owner and Creative Director of Muse Creative Services, a media production, communications and public relations firm. Most recently, Deya took her destiny to the next level, creating hot, fresh, and in your face short-form radio programming: 'DEYA DIRECT!,'- CommentRary for your heart, mind and soul. 'DEYA DIRECT!'- an unprecedented entertaining style of commentary, tackles today's critical issues while inspiring personal, social, spiritual and civic responsibility. 'DEYA DIRECT!'- can be heard several times a day on XM Satellite Radio's The POWER, Channel 169; and as a feature with the nationally syndicated program 'On the Phone with Ti-Rone and on WAOK in Atlanta.'-

'DEYA DIRECT!' is also featured as a weekly column on www.EURweb.com where it's reaching millions and receiving rave reviews. Her column has become exceptionally popular. For many years, Deya has traveled throughout the United States and abroad to schools, universities and conferences advocating for HIV/AIDS prevention, high self-esteem and civic and political participation. Deya facilitates forums and seminars on media and public speaking skills, youth issues, leadership, health, and political involvement. In 1994, Deya won the national title of Miss Black USA and in 1993 she was Miss Black Connecticut. During her national reign, Deya served as a spokeswoman for the American Red Cross' Minority HIV/AIDS program. She has been featured in numerous magazines and news publications for her community and professional work.

PROGRAMS

- The SISTA Project: Empowering African-American Young Adult Women

-Apathy or Revolution: Hip Hop, Politic, HIV/AIDS and Social Responsibility

-X - Level Commentary: Using Media to Bridge the Class and Generation Gap

-Controlling Your Media Interview

-When Fly Girls Cry: Successful Women Struggle Too

-Fulfilling Your Purpose: Where I Am and Where I Want to Be

-Speaking with Clarity, Confidence and Charisma