Sisters, Cheryl Simms and Angela Crawford, created Coily Concierge to speak to the specific needs and celebrate the unique experiences of African American Gen X women. At this stage of our lives, we’ve experienced and accomplished a great deal – we’re college graduates, entrepreneurs, mothers, wives, sisters, daughters, and friends. We created this lifestyle brand and blog to encourage, inspire, motivate, and inform this remarkable community of women. We enthusiastically support other Black women and girls, celebrate the African American experience, and believe that we are stronger and better together.
Cheryl Simms
My name is Cheryl. I’m a proud mother to two sons, ages 20 and 24, and wife to my wonderfully supportive husband, Michael, for 25 years.
I’ve had a 25-year career in sales and marketing, but I’ve never felt fulfilled working in corporate America. I’ve always wanted to own my own business. I’m what you might call a serial entrepreneur. I’ve owned several businesses: a professional organizing business and an e-commerce website. I’ve also written a book about transitioning to natural hair.
At 53, I’ve decided to finally put my energy into concentrating on things that not only fulfill me but also help other women.
For me, that means creating a lifestyle brand that encompasses everything I’m passionate about: natural hair, entrepreneurship, and encouraging and collaborating with other amazing African American women.
Angela Crawford
My name is Angela. I’m a wife, daughter, aunt, stepmom, and godmommy.
My fantastic husband, Eric, also is a business owner and a source of great strength, laughter, and love in my life.
As a Christian, I believe my spiritual gift is encouraging. I started Coily Concierge with my sister to encourage, support, and inspire fellow African American Gen X women. I believe we need each other now more than ever.
I’ve been a lawyer for over 20 years. In 2020, after working as a partner at one of the world’s largest law firms, I took a leap of faith and started my own boutique law firm with a friend. I love being a lawyer and find great joy in my profession.
An avid traveler, I’ve been to over 30 countries for business and pleasure and believe that a woman’s place in the world is anywhere she wants it to be.
I’m excited to start this journey with Cheryl and with all of you.
