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About Dr. Karine Melissa Purchas

She invests in the spiritual, social, creative, and professional power of women, urban creatives, and young entrepreneurs.

Dr. Karine Melissa is a highly respected entrepreneur, educator, and cultural strategist recognized for shaping the future of the creative and enterprising economy. She is the Founder of LOUD Love of Urban Design® and serves her fourth term as President of the Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Miami-Dade County, reflecting a record of trusted, results-driven leadership. Her work drives strategic growth, high-level partnerships, and expanded economic access for business owners and creatives.

 

Dr. Karine produces LOUD Week and Turks & Caicos Islands Fashion Week and led the launch of the first-ever Business of Fashion program at Turks and Caicos Islands Community College. An Adjunct Professor at South Florida Bible College and Miami Dade College, she holds a doctorate in management and is widely regarded as a leading authority in creative enterprise, economic development, and executive leadership.

To your success,

Dr. Karine Melissa

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Nandy 
GELIN

Co-Owner

Tracy

WELSH

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Co-Owner

Meet The Team of Her. Founders Collective

Highlight of the year 2025 

Dr. Karine Melissa featured in Forbes Magazine Online

Forbes Article READ HERE. LOUD Love of Urban Design® is a vibrant community initiative dedicated to championing the artistic excellence of creatives inspired by Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, and beyond. Rooted in cultural pride and urban innovation, LOUD exists to elevate underrepresented voices through art, fashion, education, and storytelling.

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