Member Spotlight: Talisha Lewallen

ByMichelle Frechette Posted onJanuary 11, 2023January 11, 2023

Talisha Lewallen is the CEO and Founder of WPConnects, and the Founder and President of CertifyWP Foundation. Through her time in WordPress she has found a passion for education and training inside the WordPress Community. WPConnects is a company that assists transitioning U.S. Military personnel to find their next careers in WordPress. CertifyWP Foundation is creating the first WordPress Credential to not only train U.S Military personnel, but also to help the WordPress community have a standard of competencies. Education is truly the gateway to success.

What do you enjoy most about working in WordPress?

The community is the best around. Everyone that I have spoken to about both WPConnects and CertifyWP have been more than helpful to give feedback or spread the word. I have never been part of a community that is so genuinely helpful and supportive.

What do you love most about your Post Status membership?

The connections that I make every day. I also love the discourse in the channels.

What business/web/WordPress advice do you have for others in our industry?

The only advice I have is to keep being your amazing selves. WordPress is amazing because of the people involved inside of the community.

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