About Dr. Angela Butts Chester
Visionary Leader | 3x Best-Selling Author | Mediapreneur | Purpose-Driven Strategist | International Keynote Speaker | Pastoral Counselor
Dr. Angela Butts Chester, is not here to fit in. She’s here to help you stand out! A powerhouse in faith-produced media and leadership, she has spent two decades helping individuals and organizations own their purpose, amplify their influence, and build lasting impact. She's a voice on a mission to move faith-centered women to action. She doesn’t just speak change—she helps you create it.
She's built a career on one simple truth: Faith and strategy are a force to be reckoned with. The 3x best-selling author, “Living in Divine Incandescence," "The Power of She: Encouraging Women to Embrace Their Strengths," and "Pivot for Purpose," she is also a recognized Marquis Who’s Who Inductee, and Top 100 Thought Leader in North America (Thinkers360) and Canadian Global Awards: Top 50 Shortlist Women Leaders 2025.
My Story
Since my teenage years, I knew my calling—to guide, to uplift, to heal. Becoming a Pastoral Counselor was never just an aspiration; it was the foundation. But the fire of transformation forged me into more. Speaker. Author. Media Personality. These weren’t paths I pursued—they were the paths that found me, emerging from the crucible of survival and reinvention.
Breast cancer didn’t just challenge me; it remade me. I rebuilt from nothing, with faith as my cornerstone and vision as my guide. I’ve faced the storms, and instead of breaking, I expanded—stronger, wiser, unstoppable.
Change isn’t an obstacle; it’s an initiation. It’s the fire that refines us into who we are meant to be.
My mission? To help ambitious changemakers like you step into that fire, emerge stronger, and seize the future with fearless determination.
Because transformation isn’t something that happens to you—it’s something you claim.
About the Logo
Graceful, Grounded and Guided
"Graceful - Grounded - Guided" draws inspiration from two prominent biblical verses: Jeremiah 29:11 and Proverbs 31.
Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) states: "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
This is Dr. Angela's life verse. This verse speaks of God's promise of hope and a prosperous future for His people. It reflects the idea of being guided by a divine plan, where individuals can find assurance and confidence in their journey through life. In the context of "Graceful Grounded and Guided," this verse serves as a foundation for the belief in personal guidance and assurance, leading to a sense of gracefulness and purpose; for all people, not just women.
Proverbs 31 is a chapter that describes the characteristics of an ideal woman, often referred to as the Virtuous Woman or the Woman of Noble Character. Verses 10-31 detail various qualities such as strength, wisdom, kindness, and industriousness. In particular Proverbs 31:25.
The NIV translation reads: "She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come." The CEV translation reads: "She is strong and graceful, as well as cheerful about the future."
No matter which translation you use, this verse embodies the idea of being grounded and guided by virtues such as strength, dignity, and optimism, even in the face of uncertainty. It reflects the resilience and confidence of a person who is firmly rooted in their values and faith.
Therefore, "Graceful Grounded and Guided" takes inspiration from these biblical passages to convey a message of hope, purpose, and resilience, emphasizing the importance of being guided by faith and virtuous principles in navigating life's journey.
* CEV: Contemporary English Version
* NIV: New International Version
Awards, Badges + Honors
BREAST CANCER SURVIVOR
Breast Cancer Awareness is All Year Round
Dr. Angela Butts Chester | Breast Cancer Survivor and Inspirational Keynote Speaker
Breast cancer doesn’t only touch lives in October—it’s a journey that unfolds every day of the year.
As a survivor and advocate, Dr. Angela shares her powerful story from diagnosis to recovery with heartfelt honesty and unwavering faith. She empowers others to embrace life beyond the diagnosis—offering hope, healing, and the reminder that thriving is possible.
Her message is one of courage, resilience, and joy, reminding audiences that life may change, but it can still be beautiful. Through speaking engagements, writing, and community outreach, Dr. Angela keeps awareness alive—because support and strength should never be seasonal.
Whether you’re booking a keynote speaker, exploring a media feature, or looking to empower your community — let’s connect.
