Meet Tiana Reeves | Social Media Influencer & Owner of Innov8IT

We had the good fortune of connecting with Tiana Reeves and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Tiana, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
It was really a combination of a few things that aligned at the right time. I had started consulting for a small business to earn extra income, helping them improve their operations. Their customers—also small business owners—started noticing the results and began asking for help too. But I quickly realized that many of them couldn’t afford a full-time consultant. What they really needed was knowledge—tools they could apply themselves—with occasional coaching to refine and adjust.

Feeling like the corporate world would be the only way I could realize that, I started getting career coaching from a retired CIO. One piece of advice that stuck with me was, “If you want to grow, you need to connect more with your community.” That’s when I shifted gears. I didn’t just want to work for others—I wanted to teach, coach, and inspire. I began doing public speaking, showing up at community events, and sharing best practices through storytelling.

To bridge the gap between knowledge and access, I created Innov8IT: a company that empowers people through education, coaching, and content. Then I turned to social media as a way to make that work more accessible—to reach more people, build visibility, and create income sustainability for myself in the process. I want to be a moment of light when someone needs it—and someone my children can be proud of.

Sagga Publishing signed me to release my first children’s book—a love letter to working moms. This book honors the “ordinary” moments our children view as extraordinary. It’s a reminder that what feels routine to us—leading meetings, calming big emotions before school drop-off, or somehow always finding the missing sneaker right when it matters most—is powerful through our kids’ eyes.

There are books about princesses and pirates, but not enough about women who lead at home and in the world. That’s the legacy I want: to help people feel seen, capable, and powerful in whatever role they play.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
Getting to where I am today hasn’t been easy—but it has been meaningful. I’ve grown by combining experiences across industries, roles, and stages of life, and learning how to transfer skills across each one. Whether I was leading initiatives, mentoring others, or juggling motherhood with professional demands, I found ways to adapt and stay aligned to my purpose.

Along the way, I’ve faced challenges—sometimes tied to age, race, or being underestimated. I’ve learned to speak up, advocate for myself, and stay close to people who value my skills and vision. I make it a point to take something from every experience—what worked, what didn’t, and what I can do better next time. Most importantly, I’ve learned to trust my timing: when to lean in and grow, and when it’s time to gracefully move on to the next chapter.

My brand centers around these four pillars: People-first Leadership, Soft Skills with Real Impact, Women Who Lead Boldly, and Corporate Humor with Purpose. If what I am involved in doesn’t serve one of those, I pass.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I enjoy places where I can get good food, drink and hang out to enjoy the vibe of the area. Top three places I would recommend is Kitchens and Kocktails in Dallas, TX it features great soulful food, beautiful cocktails and modern r&b music. Hurtado Barbecue has good barbecue for a reasonable price and locations through out DFW. The Mill in Mansfield is a nice brunch spot with good food and a nice atmosphere to socialize.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I want to recongize my family and friends for their continued support and to my children who I hope to inspire every day to be their best selves.
Shout out to the Fort Worth PMI Chapter and Fort Worth Project Managers Toastmasters Chapter for consistently providing opportunities for professionals to grow and develop themselves.
Special Thanks to Mary Romasanta, Author and Owner of Sagga Publishing House for recommending me.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corp.mom/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiana-reeves-pmp-pmi-acp-cssbb-2080427

Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@corporate_mom