Valerie LaVerne Lawson-Watkins was born on July 9, 1956 in Kinston, NC to the parents of Daniel and Bertrina Lawson. She is the only daughter among 5 sons. Being a PK (pastor kid) her foundation was built on her mother’s teachings of biblical principles.

Valerie was called into the ministry at the age of 17 in Bridgeport, CT as a Minister in 1973. She attended college in NJ majoring in Fashion Merchandising. She returned to CT to assist her brother, Bishop Lonnell I. Lawson Sr. in ministry and was ordained as an Evangelist at 22 under his ministry. She graduated from Bethel Bible Institute in 1978 with a degree in Biblical Studies. In 1980 she entered holy matrimony and gave birth to two sons, Alan Jr and Alton Harmon.

 

The ministry that God has gifted her has allowed her to exhibit leadership, ownership, and collaboration.

Presently:
–Two non-profits
–Evolve Enterprises, LLP
–Travorium Travel Ventures, Owner 
–President of the Board of Directors for Pilgrims’ Inn Women’s Shelter

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April 12, 2013, Valerie Lawson became Mrs. Watkins, marrying Ronald Watkins. October, 2014 in SC her 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and “No Sad Story” book was established and published. She will forever carry on the legacy of her mother: Evangelist, Bertrina Lawson, November 23, 1933 - December 7, 1996.

On April 8, 2020, a traumatic domestic violence experience birthed another ministry, “Cry Out 2 Get Out!” Unmasking the Mask of Domestic Violence.  Sharekia Johnson (42) and Paul
Johnson Jr. (5), were living with the Watkins when Paul Johnson Sr. (her estranged husband) broke in, shot and killed his wife, the son, and then committed suicide. Mrs. Watkins was able to escape without physical harm as she hid in her bedroom closet and dialed 911. Mrs. Watkins’ life journey is a testament to her passion for caring and bringing hope to the hurting.

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To continue her efforts to help the families affected by domestic violence and the HIV/AIDS community, Lady V has made herself available for speaking engagements, presentations for HIV/AIDS and Domestic Violence, private coaching sessions, and business consultations. Also, look for **Lady V Speaks** (launch date coming soon.)