Doretha "Dee" Burrell is a powerhouse with a sharp wit, a commanding presence that captivates, and a wardrobe that has literally made her one of the best-dressed women in the Washington, DC metro.

Dee is a breast cancer survivor who supports other women who have been diagnosed. Through her motivational workshops, speaking engagements, and media appearances, she advocates for women's health, traveling nationwide to empower women with her personal story of resilience, celebration, and triumph with a message that focuses on renewing mind, body, and soul. She is the author of the book Open Up the Door and Let Me In, and the co-author of Living Your Vision and Purpose. Dee has been featured in AARP Life Re-Imagined and Roche Pharmaceutical campaigns.

Dee lives in Waldorf, MD, and is currently working on building Dee Burrell Consulting, a coaching firm she created that aligns with another personal mission of hers: helping others - especially young people - make a winning first impression that will bring them lifelong benefits in both their personal and professional lives.