Advocacy & Community LeadERSHIP

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Advocacy is a natural extension of Executive Allure, using leadership, visibility, and influence in service of the communities it supports.

Founder Monique Shields is recognized for her commitment to cardiovascular and maternal health, community connection, and meaningful, mission-driven impact.

PUBLIC ADVOCACY

Moments where purpose, public presence, and community responsibility intersect.

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Two people, one woman and one man, walking with a black dog on a leash in a forest.
A woman and a man hiking in a forest, smiling and talking together.
Three friends are enjoying drinks and talking on an outdoor balcony during the evening. The scene is cozy with string lights, and the sky is partly cloudy.
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Monique Shields speaking at the American Heart Association Go Red for Women Experience, 2024.
Monique Shields speaking at the American Heart Association Go Red for Women Experience, 2024.
Monique Shields speaking at the American Heart Association Go Red for Women Experience, 2024.
Monique Shields speaking at the American Heart Association Go Red for Women Experience, 2024.
Monique Shields speaking at the American Heart Association Go Red for Women Experience, 2024.
Executive Allure founder featured on billboard for AHA “Love Your Heart” Campaign, 2025.
Monique Shields featured in regional press for AHA campaign on heart health and equity.
Monique Shields featured in regional press for AHA campaign on heart health and equity.
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Panel discussion with Monique Shields on equity in healthcare and women’s heart health.
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Monique Shields volunteering at American Heart Association donor engagement event.
Monique Shields American Heart Association Heart Walk in Tacoma.
Monique Shields American Heart Association Heart Walk in Tacoma.
Radio segment featuring Monique Shields on high blood pressure awareness in communities of color.
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Monique Shields American Heart Association Heart Walk in Tacoma.
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A metallic award plaque for the 2022 WorkWell awards, presented by the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber, with an engraved apple logo and text.

Media & Features

Recognition & Press Features

  • 425 Magazine – Highlighted keynote speaker for the Go Red for Women Experience (link)

  • The Seattle Medium – Feature on heart health and advocacy (link)

Stories and features highlighting Monique’s advocacy, leadership, and presence in community and media spaces.

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Campaigns & Speaking Engagements

  • American Heart Association “Love Your Heart” Campaign (Feb 2025) – Regional marketing campaign featuring Monique in a televised commercial and billboards across three cities; (YouTube link-1), (YouTube link- 2)

  • American Heart Association – Mission Speaker (2024) – Invited speaker for the Go Red for Women Experience; (YouTube link)

  • Tacoma City Council (2024) – Guest speaker at the City of Tacoma’s official Heart Month proclamation- 2025

  • American Heart Association – Guest on podcasts and radio segments (2019–2025), sharing her personal story and volunteering her voice to advance awareness around high blood pressure, maternal health, and equity in communities of color.

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“Advocacy is personal: Inspired by my mother’s legacy, I continue the work to advance heart health in our community.” – Monique Shields

Explore How We Can Work Together
Explore How We Can Work Together