Wife, mother, leader, entrepreneur,
motivational speaker and author...

Tamara is an acclaimed motivational speaker and author who empowers scholars, employees and entrepreneurs all over North America to succeed.

Tamara A phenomenal woman, has an extraordinary message that is impacting and transforming lives.

 

Tamara is currently the Executive Director of the Career Services Center at Southern University and

A & M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

 

Tamara is providing leadership focused on the university’s mission and purpose and continues to build meaningful relationships creating growth and opportunities for the program. 

 

Tamara sets the overall vision, strategic direction and goals for the Career Services Center and manages a team responsible for all operations including career counseling professional development, employer relations/recruiting/outreach, alumni engagement and technology.

 

Tamara holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the Nelson-Mandela School of
Public Policy and Urban Affairs at Southern University and A & M College. Before pursuing her career at
Southern University, 

 

Tamara was employed with Unisys Corporation, Entergy and Remington College. For 18 years, she has worked in higher education in various areas including the Southern University’s Honors College, Student Life, Financial Aid and the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs where she served as the Interim Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.

 

Tamara is a member of several national and regional professional associations including the National Association of Colleges and Employers, Louisiana Association of Colleges and Employers(NACE)
Louisiana Association of Colleges and Employers (LACE), and Southern Association of Colleges and
Employers (SoACE).

 

Tamara is also a member of
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated; CEO of
Alpha and Omega Enterprises; TEE Speaks, and is the Founder of the Premier Professional Development & Leadership Conference for corporations and universities.

Additionally, Tamara is a project manager and business consultant with over 15 years of experience, and serves on the Executive Board for the Southern University National Alumni Federation, serving as Chaplain for the is a servant leader with a genuine heart to serve others.

Tamara is married to Nathan Montgomery, Sr. and together they have two children.