Ascension Magazine

09/18/2025

Hey there! For September, we wanted to share the digital flip book for our September issue featuring Melinda Harris Miller‼️

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09/15/2025

‼️ASCENSION MAGAZINE - MELINDA HARRIS MILLER- SEPTEMBER COVER FEATURE‼️

Melinda Harris Miller has spent 25 years as a realtor, ABR, SFR, CRLS, relocation specialist & luxury agent serving residents & investors in DFW.

She has also served as a part of the Women's Council of Realtors. She spent more than 10 years as a part of the Agent Leadership Council locally, regionally, and internationally for Keller Williams Realty. Voted BEST of D magazine for consecutive years as a team with her husband, Dennis Miller. Where they have served the DFW Metroplex for 20+ years together. Melinda accepted an opportunity to join the leadership team of KW Lone Star (formerly KW Arlington) for 5 years. She served as Director of Training, an Assistant Team Leader, and a Team Leader. She boldly led during 2020 when many leaders retreated. She is currently a real estate mentor & trainer. She was nominated by her peers as a culture ambassador locally and served regionally by exemplifying the culture of God, family, and then business. She was recognized for using her RE profits to support single parents, her church, and her community.

Melinda eventually developed a nonprofit called the 1002 Foundation Inc. She has received such distinguished awards as Rookie of the Year, Top 10 in Profit, Top Team, the Eagle Award for her leadership, Top Dog Recruiter, and Rockstar Recruiter by leading numerous people into real estate and to her brokerage. She and her husband are in the top 500 selected by Real Producers. As well as the top 5% of their brokerage. She is in the top 10% in the country of Real Estate Agents. She has been training and coaching agents while leading a team with her husband, Dennis Miller.

When you come in contact with her, you will know why their slogan is "Synergy Makes the Difference," because they wholeheartedly believe in creating a win-win with their clients.

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08/07/2025

‼️ASCENSION MAGAZINE - AUGUST ISSUE - TARJI CARTER, THE FRANCHISE PLAYER‼️

Tarji Carter, the visionary force behind The Franchise Player, leads a groundbreaking movement dedicated to amplifying Black-owned franchises nationwide. Through The Franchise Player, Tarji empowers aspiring franchisees and small business owners with invaluable education, resources, and opportunities.

Moreover, Tarji co-founded The Franchise Game, the first and only African American Franchise Symposium and Trade Show in the country.

With nearly two decades of franchise sales and development expertise, Tarji has guided countless small business operators in achieving their dreams of franchise ownership. She has played a pivotal role in expanding the reach of renowned brands such as Cinnabon, Dunkin’, Wingstop, Edible Arrangements, and Bojangles’.

Tarji’s passion for community and culture fuels her mission. She is dedicated to sharing the wealth of knowledge amassed throughout her career, ensuring that current and future franchise owners are primed for unparalleled success.

Be sure to grab this month’s issue on our website at www.ascensionmediahouse.com!

08/07/2025

‼️ASCENSION MAGAZINE - AUGUST ISSUE - TARJI CARTER, THE FRANCHISE PLAYER‼️

Tarji Carter, the visionary force behind The Franchise Player, leads a groundbreaking movement dedicated to amplifying Black-owned franchises nationwide. Through The Franchise Player, Tarji empowers aspiring franchisees and small business owners with invaluable education, resources, and opportunities.

Moreover, Tarji co-founded The Franchise Game, the first and only African American Franchise Symposium and Trade Show in the country.

With nearly two decades of franchise sales and development expertise, Tarji has guided countless small business operators in achieving their dreams of franchise ownership. She has played a pivotal role in expanding the reach of renowned brands such as Cinnabon, Dunkin', Wingstop, Edible Arrangements, and Bojangles’.

Tarji's passion for community and culture fuels her mission. She is dedicated to sharing the wealth of knowledge amassed throughout her career, ensuring that current and future franchise owners are primed for unparalleled success.

Be sure to grab this month’s issue on our website at www.ascensionmediahouse.com!

07/15/2025

‼️ASCENSION Magazine’s July 2025 Cover Feature - Mayor Rachel L. Proctor‼️

Entrepreneur. Advocate. Bridge Builder.

Rachel L. Proctor is the 22nd Mayor of DeSoto, Texas, a city she leads with vision, conviction, and grace. Elected during the turbulence of a global pandemic and Winter Storm Uri in 2021, she quickly demonstrated steady, people-centered leadership. In 2025, she made history again—winning one of DeSoto’s most competitive mayoral elections with a commanding 54% of the vote in a five-candidate race, eliminating the need for a runoff and reaffirming the community’s trust in her direction.

A Texas-bred entrepreneur and ordained minister, Mayor Proctor is known for fusing faith, policy, and purpose. She is the Owner and Administrative Director of the Neighborhood Christian Learning Center of Dallas, a nationally accredited family-run childcare center that’s served the community for over 30 years. Her belief in holistic community care also led her to bring the first of three Salata franchise locations to DeSoto in 2024—breaking records with the highest-grossing grand opening of the year.

As Mayor, she has launched initiatives like the DeSoto COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disaster), the Mayor’s Summer Reading Club, Move with the Mayor wellness events, a paid internship program for students, and “Able to Work,” an initiative that supports National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

Her nonprofit, EMERGE Leadership, Inc., has awarded nearly $25,000 in scholarships to first-generation college women and provided laptops and resources for academic success. Mayor Proctor also holds key leadership roles on the boards of regional and national coalitions, including the African American Mayors Association and the Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition.

She is a two-time published author, the founder of Morsels and Mentorship women’s retreats, and a sought-after speaker on faith-based leadership and community empowerment. A proud alumna of DeSoto High School and the University of Texas at Arlington, she has been honored with over 30 awards for public service, innovation, and women’s leadership—including the 2024 NFL Alumni Association Tackle Obesity Award and the 2025 Beacon of Excellence Award from UTA.

Mayor Rachel L. Proctor is a woman of strategy, service, and spiritual strength—building a legacy in DeSoto that reflects the power of purpose-driven leadership.

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06/13/2025

‼️JUNE 2025 ASCENSION COVER FEATURE‼️

Congratulations to Christie K. Redmon, Mansfield Funeral Home & Cremations!

Christie K. Redmon exemplifies excellence and servant leadership in the funeral service industry. With over 27 years of experience, she has made significant contributions as a former Chemistry, Arts, and Embalming instructor at the Dallas Institute of Funeral Service.

Her passion for education extends beyond the classroom, as she has traveled nationwide, sharing her expertise and publishing insightful articles on mentorship, business strategies, and entrepreneurship.

As the CEO of Mansfield Funeral Home & Cremations in Frisco and Mansfield, Texas, Christie leads a dedicated team committed to serving families across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, the United States, and internationally. She continues the legacy of public service instilled by her family and is passionate about making a meaningful impact in her community.

Beyond funeral service, Christie is the founder of The Christie K. Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to transforming the mindset of entrepreneurs across various small business sectors. She also owns Cremation Specialists of North Texas and previously co-owned Peaceful Pets DFW, a pet funeral home in Arlington, Texas.

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