Senate Resolution 511
By: Senator James of the 28th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Michelle Taylor Willis; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Michelle Taylor Willis is a distinguished graduate of the University of Florida
and a dynamic trailblazer who has earned accolades as a media executive, author, speaker,
actress, and strategic advisor; and
WHEREAS, as Founder and CEO of Gagnant Media and Publisher of SoFu Lifestyle
Magazine—a three-time Publication of the Year recipient—she has amplified community
voices and advanced storytelling throughout metro Atlanta; and
WHEREAS, Michelle Taylor Willis has become a respected voice on national platforms,
sharing her insight as a speaker, panelist, and moderator for organizations such as the
National Urban League, Blacks in Tech, National Bar Association, and United Way; and
WHEREAS, she has additionally championed positive parenting through her nationally
recognized book, Raising Significance: A Guide to Well-Rounded, Independent, and
Confident Kids, which was featured on The Tamron Hall Show; and
WHEREAS, a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Michelle Taylor Willis
coined and trademarked the term SoFu® to unite and elevate the eight cities of South Fulton
County; and
WHEREAS, her commitment to the community is further reflected in her leadership on
several boards, including service as Vice Chair of the Atlanta-Fulton Library Foundation and
past officer roles with the Morris Brown College Foundation, United Way Advisory Board
South Fulton, and Théâtre du Rêve; and
WHEREAS, her leadership and innovation have earned her widespread recognition,
including honors as one of the Top 25 Most Powerful Women in Atlanta, Top 25 Most
Extraordinary Atlantans, and frequent placements on Georgia's Top 100 lists; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable individual be
appropriately honored during this special time.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize and commend Michelle Taylor Willis for her entrepreneurial vision, community
advocacy, and exemplary career contributions as well as extend best wishes for continued
success.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Michelle Taylor
Willis.