Akkna Project

10/12/2025

This Wednesday

🌿 Compassion in Action: Grounding Ourselves in Uncertain Times 🌿

Friends, I’m excited to invite you to a very special Wisdom Wednesday event at the Oakhurst Recreation Center — happening October 15th and again on December 17th at 6:00 PM.

This 60-minute community experience is all about finding calm and clarity when life feels uncertain. Together, we’ll explore how compassion and boundaries can help us respond—rather than react—to challenges around us.

💫 During our time together, you’ll learn:
✨ How to use Compassionate Communication to stay grounded and connected.
✨ Simple mindfulness tools to manage stress and regain focus.
✨ Ways to turn emotional triggers into clarity and discernment.
✨ A beautiful guided compassion meditation to help you re-center.

Whether you’re a leader, caregiver, or just someone craving peace and purpose, this session will help you strengthen resilience, empathy, and inner balance.

📍 Where: Oakhurst Recreation Center
📅 When: October 15th & December 17th | 6 PM
🕊️ Facilitator: Andrea Cecilia G. Dunn, Executive Mindset Coach & CEO, AKKNA Project LLC

Let’s come together to practice compassion, clarity, and community care. 💚

This event is free and open to the public

RSVP or share this post with a friend who could use a moment to pause, breathe, and reconnect.

Reserve your seat today! https://register.capturepoint.com/reg/cat_program_list_detail.cfm?season_id=24397&program_id=2626573

07/25/2025

What amazing event to celebrate !

06/16/2025

From Overwhelmed to Aligned: Lead with Wisdom When It Matters Most.

🔥 Entrepreneurs, Coaches, Leaders — Ever felt like stress is hijacking your clarity? When pressure rises, your leadership style either elevates or unravels. It’s time to lead from presence, not panic.

🎯 Join me this Wednesday June 18th at 1 PM/ EST for “Strategic Leadership in High-Stress Moments” A Novo free workshop designed to help you reclaim your power, communicate with clarity, and lead with intention—even when things get hard.

✨ You’ll walk away with:
- A powerful compassion-based leadership framework
- Science-backed tools to reset vs. react
- Real-life scripts & techniques to lead under pressure
- Novo resources to reduce overwhelm & simplify strategy

🌀 Designed for entrepreneurs ready to grow without burning out. Let’s build the emotional clarity to lead from the inside out.

📍 Hosted on the Novo Community platform — RSVP now!
🗓️ Wednesday June 18th at 1 PM/EST | ⏰ 45-min session + live Q&A
🔗 https://community.novonauts.co/c/upcoming-events/strategic-leadership-for-high-stress-decisions

06/16/2025

From Overwhelmed to Aligned: Lead with Wisdom When It Matters Most.

🔥 Entrepreneurs, Coaches, Leaders — Ever felt like stress is hijacking your clarity?�When pressure rises, your leadership style either elevates or unravels. It’s time to lead from presence, not panic.

🎯 Join me tomorrow for “Strategic Leadership in High-Stress Moments”�A NNovofree workshop designed to help you reclaim your power, communicate with clarity, and lead with intention—even when things get hard.

✨ You’ll walk away with:
- A powerful compassion-based leadership framework
- Science-backed tools to reset vs. react
- Real-life scripts & techniques to lead under pressure
- Novo resources to reduce overwhelm & simplify strategy

🌀 Designed for entrepreneurs ready to grow without burning out.�Let’s build the emotional clarity to lead from the inside out.

📍 Hosted on the NNovoCommunity platform — RSVP now!�🗓️ Tomorrow | ⏰ 45-min session + live Q&A�🔗 https://community.novonauts.co/c/upcoming-events/strategic-leadership-for-high-stress-decisions

05/15/2025

✨ Big news for entrepreneurs! Today, I’ll be live on the Novo platform for a powerful (and free!) event:
Communicate to Connect and Influence

If you're struggling with miscommunication, tension in your team, or trying to gain traction with clients—this is your moment.

We’ll cover:
✔ Building trust with clarity
✔ Listening to connect, not just respond
✔ Tools to increase your influence and outcomes
🗓️ May 15 | 3PM EST

🎯 Register here: https://community.novonauts.co/c/upcoming-events/webinar-communicate-to-connect-and-influence

04/30/2025

🌟 Big announcement! 🌟

Tomorrow I’ll be hosting a free webinar on the Novo Community platform designed for all of you amazing entrepreneurs and leaders who are tired of burnout being the price of success.

Join me for:
"Lead Effectively by Establishing Boundaries"
In just 60 minutes, you'll discover:
✅ Why boundaries are the secret weapon to sustained success
✅ How to protect your energy without losing ambition
✅ Practical steps you can apply immediately to thrive
This is about creating a business (and life) you don’t need to escape from. 🔥

Let’s grow smart, stay strong, and lead with heart.

🎯 Register here—it’s free: https://community.novonauts.co/c/upcoming-events/lead-effectively-by-establishing-boundaries

Hosted by Novo, facilitated by me, Andrea Cecilia G. Dunn, founder of AKKNA Project — where Authenticity, Kindness, and Knowledge-Navigated Action guide the way.

Thank you Novo Community for this amazing opportunity!

04/18/2025

🌟 I’m filled with gratitude after participating in the Geminus Autism Child Abuse Prevention Symposium on April 2nd in Merrillville, Indiana. What an inspiring and powerful day—filled with learning, connection, and commitment to real change.

A heartfelt thank you to the amazing Geminus team—especially Nicholas Neal for his charismatic leadership, and Elizabeth Pustelnik and Glenda Whickem for their incredible support and coordination.

I was deeply moved by the impactful words of David Reed, Twan Stokes, Mayor Eddie D. Melton, William Trowbridge, Judge Thomas P. Stefaniak, and Bernard A. Carter. I also want to recognize Dr. Celine Saulnier and Trisha Prickett for their meaningful contributions during the breakout sessions.

The keynote by Dr. Zelphine Smith-Dixon was unforgettable—her thought-provoking questions were a true call to action.

It was an honor to present on two topics that are close to my heart:
💠 Revitalize and Thrive: Self-Care and Healthy Boundaries for ASD Caregivers
💠 Unified Front: Strengthening Interagency Collaboration on Domestic Violence and Children with Autism

To my friends, colleagues, and community leaders—this is the kind of work that changes lives. I encourage Autism-focused organizations in Georgia and beyond to look to Geminus as a model for impactful, collaborative events. Together, we can build a more compassionate and inclusive world. 💙

04/15/2025

📣 Exciting news from AKKNA Project!

I’m honored to announce that I’ve joined the Novo Creators Community—a space built for visionary entrepreneurs, creators, and business builders ready to scale with purpose, not just pressure.

Over the next 3 months, I’ll be presenting a series of 3 live webinars on the Novo platform, alongside many amazing leaders. We’ll be sharing transformational strategies that help entrepreneurs stay aligned, focused, and energized while building the foundations for sustainable growth.

Huge congratulations to Michael Rangel for his visionary leadership in creating Novo—a financial solution that goes beyond banking. And a heartfelt thank you to Stephanie Sanders, Gesy Lynn Rangel, and Bailey Preusse for curating a space where connection and contribution truly matter.

The Novo Community is more than a network—it's a movement. A place to exchange ideas, receive support, and cultivate resilience in business and life.

If you’re an entrepreneur ready to grow with alignment and community—this space was made for you.

Let’s keep rising, together.

With gratitude,
Andrea Cecilia G. Dunn
AKKNA Project LLC | Executive Mindset Coach

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10/08/2024

🌟✨ Exciting News! ✨🌟
I’m thrilled to announce the creation of my new private Facebook group: Meditation with Andrea Cecilia! 🎉🙏
This is a sacred, supportive space for anyone ready to embark on a journey of mindfulness, self-awareness, and personal growth through meditation. 🧘‍♀️💫 Each week, I’ll share guided meditations for you to practice and offer thoughtful homework to help integrate the practice into your daily life. 💖
In this group, you’ll have the opportunity to reflect, share your experiences, ask questions, and connect with other like-minded participants in a safe, compassionate environment. 👫🌱 Together, we’ll build a community centered on well-being, resilience, and empowerment.
🌿 Are you ready to join us? 🌿
Request to be part of Meditation with Andrea Cecilia, and let’s grow together! ✨💫
Looking forward to seeing you there! https://www.facebook.com/share/g/atFAemtCAU9B189x/

04/05/2024

🌟🎉 Exciting News & A Personal Invitation to All My Facebook Friends! 🎉🌟

Hey everyone! I'm absolutely thrilled to share that I'll be participating in the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities' 2024 DD Learning Collaborative! This year’s theme really resonates with me: "Elevating Voices, Nurturing Dreams: Empowering Community Inclusion." 🌈

🗓️ Mark Your Calendars!
Date: April 30, 2024
Location: Grand Ballroom ABC / https://bit.ly/3PV7ELR

As the CEO and Lead Facilitator of AKKNA Project, LLC, I've prepared a special workshop for Autism and IDD professionals. It's a unique blend of interactive learning, practical insights, guided meditation, and real-life case studies. Here's a sneak peek at what we'll cover:

1- Self-Care Strategies 💆‍♀️: Learn essential tools to avoid burnout and maintain professional excellence.
2- Effective Communication Techniques 🗣️: Enhance your interactions with clients, peers, and supervisors.
3- Ethical Practices in Autism and IDD Care ⚖️: Explore innovative approaches to care through hands-on applications.

With over 20 years in transformational coaching, my session promises a fusion of Emotional Intelligence, Cognitive-Based Compassion Training, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, tailored for those in healthcare and therapeutic settings. 🌟

This event is perfect for service providers at all levels - whether you're a manager or a paraprofessional, there's something valuable for you here. You'll gain insights into best practices, current trends, behavioral supports, and much more! 📚

🎉 I'd absolutely love for my Facebook community to join me in this enriching experience. Let's learn, grow, and network together!

📌 Don't miss this fantastic opportunity! Register now and let’s make a difference together.

🔗 Click Here to Register: DD Learning Collaborative 2024 / https://dbhdd.cventevents.com/event/DDLC2024/regProcessStep1

Can't wait to see many of you there and embark on this journey of growth and learning together! 💕

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02/22/2024

🌟 Let's Talk, Parents of Teenagers! 🌟

We've just announced our upcoming "Bridge to Trust" Workshop at Embry Hills Library, and the buzz is real! But before the event kicks off, we'd love to hear from you. 🗣️💬

👪 What's the biggest challenge you're currently facing in your relationship with your teen?

Is it the digital age gap? 📱
Changes in their behavior or interests? 🔄
Or maybe just finding the right way to communicate? 💬
Share your thoughts and experiences below. Let’s start a conversation that can lead to understanding, growth, and stronger family bonds. Your insights not only help us tailor the workshop to your needs but also connect you with other parents facing similar challenges. 🤝

Plus, we'll be incorporating some of your shared challenges and success stories in our workshop (anonymously, of course!) to make our session as relevant and helpful as possible. 🌉

📆 And remember, the workshop is on February 24th at 1 PM – it's free and promises to be a game-changer for your family communication. Don't forget to RSVP! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/828977292397?aff=oddtdtcreator

Let's get talking! Drop your comments below and let the community know we're all in this together. 💕

Are You a Parent Desperate to Heal Communication with Your Teen? Come and claim your Blueprint for Belonging and Trust.