
The Global Mission
Welcome to I AM WOMAN: THRIVING IN PURPOSE GLOBAL, a global multicultural mentorship 501c3 nonprofit program empowering women from all walks of life. Our global mission is to transform lives in the marketplace while creating safe and supportive environments where women can connect, learn, and grow through personalized counseling, training, and development.
In addition, we are committed to guiding women in marketplace career development, business entrepreneurship, ministry, and personal growth, helping them discover their full purpose to be able to impact communities around the globe.
Apostle Jonelle Y. Maxwell
APOSTLE JONELLE MAXWELL
A GLOBAL VOICE EMPOWERING WOMEN TO THRIVE IN PURPOSE
Apostle Jonelle Maxwell is not just a leader; she is a global force of faith, strategy, and empowerment. As the founder and visionary of I Am Woman: Thriving in Purpose Global, Inc., a 501 (c) (3) organization, Apostle Maxwell created a multifaceted spiritual and marketplace mentorship movement, transforming women’s lives around the globe. Her ministry has expanded far beyond the United States, impacting nations such as Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, Nigeria, Ghana, Pakistan, and Liberia.
With a heart for both Kingdom and corporate excellence, Apostle Maxwell also leads Global Arise Intercessory Network training and equipping intercessors for over 25 years. Her dedication to prayer birthed the Woman of Prayer, Power, and Purpose Conference in 2008. An event that awakened women to the authority of intercession and the call to walk boldly in their divine purpose.
Apostle Maxwell’s visionary leadership extends into youth advocacy and leadership development. In 2012, she launched “Breaking the Silence,” a powerful forum that gives youth a safe space to address issues such as depression, bullying, molestation, and identity struggles. She also pioneered the Leadership on Another Level Conference to strengthen leaders in both ministry and the marketplace.
Before stepping into full-time ministry and entrepreneurship, Apostle Maxwell built an impressive corporate foundation at Canon Virginia, Inc., where she served for 19 years. Her tenure was marked by 121 certifications in management, safety, compliance, leadership, and recognition for productivity that went “Above and Beyond.” Guided by the Holy Spirit, she resigned in 2015 to launch Empowered Management Consultancy, LLC, helping manufacturing companies enhance their operations and leadership development.
In 2016, Apostle Maxwell conducted her first leadership session called Leadership Dyslexia in Business Environments for the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce in which she was a member. She was also a member of the Virginia Tidewater Chamber of Commerce while residing in Virginia. In 2017 to 2020, she obeyed the voice of the Lord to pioneer a new way of doing ministry beyond the four walls in Sacramento, California, and Houston, Texas.
Apostle Maxwell is a lover of learning. She spends most of her time studying and researching within her areas of expertise. She is a walking book of wealth. Apostle Maxwell also obtained a completion certificate in Organizational Leadership from Thomas Nelson Community College in Hampton, Virginia. She also obtained a certificate of completion in the Emerging Leaders Program from Polytechnic Institute and Virginia State University Outreach and International Affairs. Apostle Maxwell is a Cum Laude honors graduate of Colorado Christian University with a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in Clinical Counseling. She is currently pursuing two Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling at Colorado Christian University.
From the boardroom to the prayer room, Apostle Jonelle Maxwell exemplifies the harmony of excellence and anointing. Her leadership is marked by a relentless pursuit of purpose, passion for people, and unwavering faith in God’s transformative power. Through every platform, whether teaching, consulting, or interceding, she empowers women to thrive, rise, and lead with integrity in every sphere of influence.
I AM WOMAN
