Lesley Henderson
Lesley Henderson
Taylor Duncan
Taylor Duncan
Jessica Nunez
Jessica Nunez
Meet Lesley
Lesley Henderson, CEO of Seven21 Designs/Melanin Fitness Nation and Co-Owner of the Warehouse, is a seasoned entrepreneur with 15+ years of business experience. Her consulting agency, Seven21 Designs, helps aspiring business owners succeed. Lesley's background includes a decade in the multi-family housing industry, where she managed properties and led repositioning efforts, contributing to significant financial gains.
Passionate about fitness, Lesley founded Melanin Fitness Nation, formerly Melanin Crossfitters, promoting health and wellness in the Black community. A devoted Crossfitter herself, she's also a Business Manager at Crossfit Conyers Stonecrest.
Lesley is a published author, known for "Honey In My Tea: The Substance of Intimacy," and has been featured in regional press. Based in Atlanta since 2014, she resides in Conyers with her wife and fur baby. Despite a busy entrepreneurial life, Lesley enjoys yoga, writing, and traveling with family and friends.
Meet Michael
Owner of the Warehouse
Meet Taylor
Taylor Duncan, Ed.S, is a passionate yoga teacher with over 10 years of experience in Hatha Yoga. Specializing in making yoga accessible yet challenging, Taylor welcomes individuals of all ages, shapes, and fitness levels. Particularly skilled in guiding beginners, Taylor creates a supportive environment to build a strong foundation and confidence in practice.
With expertise in working with expecting mothers, Taylor offers safe and gentle modifications during pregnancy, fostering a nourishing experience for both body and mind. Additionally, Taylor conducts unique yoga in nature sessions, providing a serene and inspiring setting for practitioners to connect with the natural world.
Beyond regular classes, Taylor caters to groups and events, tailoring sessions for corporate wellness, team-building, or yoga retreats. With a commitment to creating memorable and transformative experiences, Taylor invites individuals to embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal growth through breath, movement, and mindfulness. Ready to share love and knowledge of yoga, Taylor looks forward to meeting participants on the mat soon.
Meet Jessica
Jessica Nunez, a dynamic entrepreneur making waves in the world of real estate. With a rich background in executive assistance, admin work, and customer service, coupled with valuable experience in the mortgage industry, Jessica has seamlessly transitioned into the realm of entrepreneurship.
Born and raised in Providence, RI, Jessica recently embarked on a new chapter, making Covington, GA, her home. Hailing from Dominican descent, she brings a vibrant and diverse perspective to her endeavors.
Jessica's passion extends beyond the real estate world. A fitness and dance enthusiast, she has graced the stage as a performer and shared her expertise as a salsa and kizomba instructor. Her rhythmic journey includes teaching these vibrant dances and leaving her mark at festivals in both Boston and DC.
Currently, Jessica wears multiple hats—assisting real estate investors with project management and leasing while managing her own portfolio of properties. This entrepreneurial journey reflects her commitment to excellence and innovation.
In her personal life, Jessica is part of a lively family of six, with five fantastic brothers. She shares her everyday adventures with her partner Kharaan and their two adorable dogs, Apollo and Maize.
Meet Charles
Charles Anthony Ancrum began his healthcare management career in the U.S. Air Force, rising to the position of Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge at the Behavioral Health Clinic in Nellis Air Force Base. He managed teams, budgets, and served as a liaison between officers and enlisted personnel.
With diverse educational achievements, Ancrum holds Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees in Behavioral Sciences and Medical Specialty Services from the Community College of the Air Force. In civilian life, he earned an AAS in nursing from Fiorello H. LaGuardia Community College and a Bachelor's in Science in nursing leadership from Herbert H. Lehman College.
With over 20 years in healthcare leadership, including roles like interim house supervisor and Executive Director, Ancrum is currently the CEO of Vitality Financial Healthcare LLC, offering mentorship, education, and tax services to healthcare professionals.
His volunteer activities include Big Brothers and Big Sisters of metro Atlanta, and he has chaired the Manhattan District Masonic Blood Drive. Ancrum has excelled in extracurricular activities, serving as publications officer for the International Honor Society, Phi Theta Kappa, and showcasing chess skills as president of the LAGCC chess club.
Describing himself as a lifelong learner, Ancrum is dedicated to serving healthcare and entrepreneurs, finding joy in the obligation. He invites the opportunity to contribute to taking businesses and chess skills to the next level.
Meet Asia
Asia Ofei is not merely a Zumba instructor; she is a testament to the transformative power of dance and a beacon for the health and wellness community. Her story is one of metamorphosis—of how a commitment to fitness became a life-saving and empowering mission to lead others through their health journeys. Diving into Zumba back in 2013, during a "Biggest Loser Challenge" at work, Asia was ignited by a fire of fitness, a spark that ultimately led her from student to master, from 275 lbs to a staggering 90 lbs lighter in just one year.
Her transition is a narrative of resilience and resourcefulness; when personal training was no longer financially viable, Asia saw no hurdle, only an opportunity—to become a maven herself. Making a footprint in the fitness realm, she now dazzles her community with an array of 13 full-time classes weekly, spreading her zest for life across Zumba, BodyWorks, Water Aerobics, Power Circuit, Boot Camp, Yoga, and MixxedFit.
Yet, perhaps the most captivating chapter of her tale isn't written in the pounds shed or the classes led, but in the individuals she's uplifted, mirroring the mentorship that once fanned her own flames of passion. For Asia, it wasn't just finding personal sanctuary in movement; it was about building a sanctuary for others, a place where every beat of music is a drumroll for transformation and every step, no matter how small, is a stomp against surrender. Behold, Asia Ofei—once the student, now the spirited community leader, continuing to choreograph an inspiring legacy in health and wellness.