Dawn Michelle Chamberlain’s journey is not your typical rags-to-riches story, it’s a tale of redemption, resilience, and unwavering determination. Two years, two months, two weeks, and two days, that’s how long Chamberlain spent in a federal prison, the result of running a multi-million dollar illicit operation.
Rewind to 2004, Chamberlain had the world at her feet. As a beautiful woman with a loving family and the CEO of a blossoming tax preparation agency, her life was in full bloom. Her unique aptitude for numbers and a keen sense of financial planning made her a linchpin of her community’s financial growth. She worked tirelessly, securing as many tax credits as possible for her clients, providing them larger refunds that supported dreams of home ownership, college education, and debt resolution. Yet, a desire to secure even bigger tax returns for her clients led her down a path of unethical and illegal strategies.
These dubious practices did not go unnoticed. In 2008, Chamberlain found herself tangled in a five-year investigation for tax fraud against the United States of America. Indicted in 2013 and incarcerated in 2014, she faced a precipitous fall from grace, losing her thriving business, her family, and the life she once cherished.
Yet, Chamberlain’s story is far from a tragic tale. Following her release in 2016, she harnessed her boundless energy for life and enduring desire to serve others into a remarkable comeback. The once-fallen leader emerged from her trials stronger and more determined, transforming into an internationally recognized keynote speaker, master trainer, coach, and author.
Today, she is a beacon of inspiration and a mentor to new, emerging, and aspiring business owners. She teaches them to surmount challenges, broaden their horizons, and eliminate excuses in their path towards building successful businesses. Chamberlain’s guiding mantra for her audience is to Choose L.I.F.E. (Live In Fierceness Everyday), embracing their inner strength and potential, no matter their past failures or setbacks.
Dawn Chamberlain is the CEO of Dawn Michelle Enterprises Inc., and Chief Visionary Officer of the Felon Friendly Foundation, a testament to her unyielding passion for entrepreneurial success. Her brainchild, No Hustle University, is a pioneering coaching program that offers an in-depth understanding of entrepreneurship, monetization, and regulatory compliance.
Beyond her corporate ventures, Chamberlain is a stalwart champion for The Second Chance Act, advocating for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for individuals who have been affected by the justice system. She serves as Chairperson of the Hooper Councill Positive Potential Project, a non-profit organization that focuses on supporting the reintegration of high-risk individuals into society, in turn improving community safety.
Her inspiring journey will soon take center stage on the Onstage Plus Network TV series, and her soon-to-be-released book, “Stop Playing! Get Your Shiii Together: From Fed Life to Legit Business Life” promises to guide readers on establishing successful businesses, regardless of their past experiences or current circumstances.
To follow Dawn Chamberlain’s inspiring journey or seek her mentorship, you can connect with her at info@coachdawnmichelle.com, or follow her social media platforms @coachdawnmichelle and @Iamfelonfriendly.
