#makeLEMONADE Queens
The Lemonade Queens are the heartbeat of The Lemonade Circle. Since 2023, we've had the privilege of celebrating women who embody what it truly means to lead with purpose, show up with grace, and push through adversity without losing their shine. Each queen was chosen not just for what she's accomplished, but for who she is: a woman who makes lemonade out of whatever life hands her.
Below, you'll find every queen who has been honored with this title, from our first class to today. Take your time, scroll through, and let their stories remind you of what's possible when young women are seen, celebrated, and given room to rise.
Talent Management Director at C.H. Guentther and founder of Cultural Heights, championing inclusive leadership, cultural awareness, and equity across San Antonio.
Margaret Wilson-Anaglia
Port San Antonio
Economic development strategist and the historic first African American woman to chair the Port San Antonio Board, with 30+ years of cross-sector leadership, strengthens small businesses and communities
2024-2025 Distinguished Educator at William Paschall Elementary, bringing over a decade of experience as a third-grade English and Writing teacher dedicated to equity and student-centered learning.
San Antonio native and UT Austin graduate with 25+ years of leadership spanning telecommunications and healthcare, currently serving as Regional VP of WestCare Texas.
Founder of Urban Run Club SATX, building Black representation in wellness and using movement to uplift mental health and community connection.
Leonora "Light" Walker
FREED Texas
Founder of FREED Texas and formerly incarcerated Afro-Latina leader, turning lived experience into policy change and pathways of restoration.
VP of Philanthropy at Wells Fargo with 20+ years advancing small businesses, affordable housing, and neighborhood equity across San Antonio.
Founder of ACT 4 SA and grassroots organizer who led Texas's largest-ever decriminalization amendment and continues fighting for racial justice in Bexar County.
Committed to empowering students and families to navigate the college admissions process successfully.
Davi’na Lathers
Miss Black San Antonio
Using her platform to uplift others and represent young Black women in a meaningful way.
She is on a mission to make a difference in the lives of high school teens through her organization Project Prom Dress.
Haddesah Jones
Jewels Majorette Dance Team
Professional touring dancer/choreographer, active breast cancer fighter and advocate, social event coordinator
Morgan Jones
Spurs Sports & Entertainment
Provides safe spaces for belonging, access to resources, and offer opportunities for healing and wellness.
Through her leadership, SAAACAM creates opportunities for dialogue, understanding, and empowerment.
Mother, wife, goofy, human, imperfect, rooted, system disrupter, norm shifter, and grief warrior.
As a dedicated firearms instructor, she empowers the community with safety training and responsible gun handling skills.
Founder of Female Executives of Texas, empowering minority women entrepreneurs through networking and education
across San Antonio.
Dr. Shwanda Onwuachi
San Antonio Prep
Principal and educator dedicated to closing achievement gaps for Black students through culturally relevant curriculum and her nonprofit, Triumphant CDC.
CEO of Lead My Heart and executive coach helping individuals and leaders transform adversity into purpose and success.
Dr. Kimberly M. Lowry
Aspen Institute
Director at the Aspen Institute, published author, and leadership consultant committed to advancing community college education and Black student success.
Kimberly Reese Leslie
Your Direction to Destiny
Air Force veteran and certified life coach empowering individuals and couples through her business, Your Direction to Destiny, LLC.
Therapist, author, and founder of Black Girl Recovering, creating honest space for Black women to heal, lead, and thrive.
Director of Programs at Magdalena House, serving survivors of domestic violence and trafficking with nearly a decade of trauma-informed nonprofit leadership.
First-grade teacher and military spouse passionate about building strong foundations in early childhood education
and mathematics.
Founder of Monster Moms Inc., transforming trauma into power for women, children, and families through advocacy and community-based programs.
Nonprofit leader and special education advocate committed to creating inclusive spaces and uplifting young girls of color.