Roots & Rise Synergy
Welcome to Roots & Rise Synergy
Roots & Rise Synergy LLC, founded by three extraordinary authors and transformational leaders, is a leadership organization committed to empowering and elevating immigrant communities through innovative leadership principles and transformative development programs.
WHAT WE DO
Through strategic coaching, meaningful mentoring, and visionary thought leadership, we empower individuals to grow, inspire, and transform the world around them. Our platform is a vibrant space where leaders connect deeply, share boldly, and support each other in becoming catalysts for change in their lives, communities, and industries.
Our mission is to ignite the power within every leader to rise with purpose, lead with heart, and create lasting impact.
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE
Coaching & Mentoring — Personalized support to help leaders and aspiring leaders identify strengths, overcome challenges, and thrive.
Workshops & Training — Interactive, evidence-based learning experiences that build leadership confidence, emotional intelligence, and team synergy.
Speaking Engagements — Engaging keynotes and panels that ignite purpose, promote equity, and encourage authentic leadership.
Meet The Team
Dr. Nneka Chukwu
Executive Healthcare Leader | Author | Educator | Global Changemaker
Dr. Nneka Chukwu is a Board-Certified Advanced Healthcare Executive, author, educator, and global changemaker with over two decades of leadership experience. Holding a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Healthcare Systems Leadership and an MBA, Dr. Chukwu is an expert in Maternal-Child Health, Critical Care, Quality and Risk Management, and Executive Leadership. She currently leads Women and Children’s Services and serves as Adjunct Faculty at the University of San Francisco.
Global Impact: Pioneered a simulation-based training program for midwives in Nigeria, reducing maternal mortality.
Publications: Co-author of Voices of Triumph: Stories of African Women Immigrants in America and host of the Voices of Triumph podcast.
Dr. Margaret Obilor
Behavioral Health Executive | Program Developer | Mental Health Advocate
Dr. Margaret Obilor is the Behavioral Health Executive Director with the County of Santa Clara Health and Hospital System. She has a strong background in mental health and substance use disorder services, having developed innovative programs like the Mental Health Drug Treatment Court and Mobile Crisis Response Teams.
Clinical Expertise: PhD in Counseling Psychology, focusing on immigrant grandmothers’ mental health experiences.
Commitment to Access: Advocates for increasing access to behavioral health care in African ancestry communities and reducing stigma.
Dr. Angela N. Ikeme
Nurse Leader | Educator | Healthcare Advocate
Dr. Angela N. Ikeme is an accomplished nurse leader, educator, and healthcare advocate with over 30 years of experience in both clinical and executive nursing roles. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership from the University of San Francisco and is a Nurse Executive Board-Certified professional.
Leadership: Professor at the University of San Francisco and Co-Founder/Executive Provost of Merit College of Nursing Sciences in Orlu, Nigeria.
Advocacy: Founder and President of Stone Haven Care Inc., advocating for equity, excellence, and evidence-based practice.
About the Book:Voices of Triumph
Voices of Triumph is a powerful and inspiring collection that brings to light the lived experiences of African women who have journeyed to America in pursuit of purpose, opportunity, and belonging.
For generations, the stories of immigrant African women have been underrepresented; yet these stories carry profound lessons of courage, faith, identity, and resilience. This book transforms that silence by giving voice to the journeys of eleven remarkable women whose experiences reflect the challenges, triumphs, and transformations that so many immigrants face.
Why We Wrote This Book
We recognized a gap: very few publications authentically capture the struggles and successes of African immigrant women. We chose to change that narrative.
Our goal is simple but powerful:
To give voice to our stories.
To ensure our generation is not silenced or forgotten.
To inspire, guide, and uplift other immigrant women on a similar path.
By sharing these deeply personal accounts, we hope to illuminate the realities of the immigrant experience while offering encouragement, wisdom, and practical insights for navigating life in a new land.
Explore Voices of Triumph Podcasts
Celebrating resilience, triumph, and inspiring stories.
Upcoming Events
Stay connected with upcoming podcasts and workshops that aim to inspire, empower, and foster leadership.
10
Jun, 2023
February - podcast
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Jun 10, 2023
- Living World Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
04
Jul, 2023
March: podcast
- 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM, Jul 04, 2023
- Beachwalk Shopping Center, Bali, Indonesia
14
May, 2023
October 2026: Roots & Rise Leadership Conference
Testimonial
Hear from Our Satisfied Readers The Joy Our Books Bring
Chief, Workforce Support Division
Voices of Triumph is a heartfelt and empowering collection of immigrant narratives. It offers a snapshot of resilience, ambition, and adaptation—told by women who lived it."
Professor
This book is a must-read for every African woman immigrant. The stories are deeply inspiring and relatable.
Entrepreneur- School Proprietor
At its heart, Voices of Triumph is more than a collection of success stories; it is a celebration of culture, an exploration of identity, and a beacon of hope for anyone striving to overcome the odds
Inductee of the Silicon Valley Black Legends Hall of Fame. Founder & Director of Silicon Valley African Film Festival
This book is a tribute to the strength and impact of African Women Immigrants, offering a new narrative that honors their journeys and contributions while inspiring a global audience
Supervisor, District 2, Santa Clara County
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Why Choose Us?
Together, we rise. Together, we lead.
Decades of Expertise
Our team brings over 60 years of combined experience in leadership, healthcare, and academia to support your journey.Empowering Leadership
We focus on developing leaders who are grounded in their values, rooted in purpose, and equipped to take others along in their rise.A Vibrant Community
I’m honored to highlight Voices of Triumph: Stories of African Women Immigrants in America, penned by our very own Dr. Nneka Chukwu.