From out of the realities of abandonment by her biological mother, being bi-racial, and growing up in a Black home, Katara McCarty realized early in life that her skin color mattered. After becoming a single mother at 19 and finding the courage to leave an abusive relationship, Katara became an entrepreneur holding leadership positions in non- and for-profit organizations.

Today, Katara is a sought-after coach, author, and podcast host, as well as the Founder and CEO of Katecha Corp, a technology startup dedicated to expanding access to health and wellness for Black Women. As a Black Woman, she is committed to amplifying the richness of Black Women and their stories while advocating and providing well-being resources through her app EXHALE and social movement Exhale the Movement.