A Service Born From Personal Experience

You Are Not Defined by the System That Raised You.

This work is personal. Because I've lived it.

From Meighan

I Was a Foster Child.

I know what it feels like to grow up in a system that wasn't designed for you. I know what it feels like to be moved from home to home, to wonder if you matter, to build resilience before you had a word for it.

I also know what it feels like to come out the other side — to build a business, a platform, a legacy — and to look back and realize that everything I survived prepared me for everything I was about to build.

This service exists because I believe that every foster child, every young adult aging out of the system, every mother fighting to get her children back, and every father working to rebuild his relationship with his kids — deserves someone in their corner who has been there. Not just someone who studied it. Someone who lived it.

That person is me. And I'm here.

This Is For You.

Current Foster Youth

You're navigating the system right now. You need someone who understands what you're going through — and who can help you see what's possible on the other side.

Former Foster Youth

You aged out of the system and you're building your life. You may be carrying wounds you haven't named yet. You deserve support, community, and a path forward.

Incarcerated Mothers

You've been separated from your children by the system. Your love for them is real. Your desire to rebuild is real. You deserve advocacy, resources, and someone who believes in your ability to heal and return.

Incarcerated Fathers

Fathers matter too. If you've been separated from your children and you're fighting to rebuild that relationship — you belong here. Your desire to be present, to provide, and to heal is seen and supported.

Organizations Serving These Communities

You work with foster youth, group homes, reentry programs, or family reunification services. Meighan can speak to your community, train your staff, or partner with your organization.

How We Work Together

Support That Meets You Where You Are.

Speaking & Community Presentations

Meighan speaks directly to foster youth, aging-out young adults, incarcerated mothers, and the organizations that serve them. Her story is the message.

One-on-One Advising

For current and former foster youth ready to build — a business, a career, a financial foundation, a life. We start where you are and build from there.

Organizational Training & Consulting

For nonprofits, group homes, reentry programs, and government agencies. Meighan brings lived experience and professional expertise to help your team better serve this community.

"I will never forget where I came from. And I will spend the rest of my life making sure the people who come from the same place know they are not alone."

— Meighan Cole-Bailey

Topics Meighan Speaks On for This Community.

"From Foster Care to CEO™"

Meighan's signature story — from the foster care system to entrepreneurship, leadership, and legacy.

"You Are Not Your Circumstances"

A message of resilience, identity, and possibility for young people navigating the system.

"Healing, Purpose & Forward Movement"

For mothers and young adults navigating trauma, separation, and the path to rebuilding.

"Building a Life After the System"

Practical guidance on finances, career, housing, and community for aging-out youth and young adults.

Real People. Real Results.

Transformation Success Stories

These are the stories that remind us why this work matters. Every name here represents a life that refused to be defined by its hardest chapter.

"I aged out of the system at 18 with nothing but a trash bag of clothes and a lot of fear. After working with Meighan, I launched my own cleaning business, got my own apartment, and started building credit for the first time. She didn't just coach me — she believed in me before I believed in myself."
Launched a cleaning business & achieved financial independence

Jasmine T.

Former Foster Youth

"I spent years separated from my kids and convinced myself I had nothing to offer them. Meighan helped me see that my story wasn't over — it was just getting started. I now have a transportation business, I'm present in my children's lives, and I'm building something I'm proud of."
Started a transportation company & rebuilt family relationships

Marcus D.

Formerly Incarcerated Father

"When I got out, I didn't know where to start. I had a record, no job, and my kids were still in the system. Meighan walked me through every step — housing, employment, reunification resources. She never made me feel like my past defined my future."
Secured stable housing, employment & began reunification process

Renee W.

Incarcerated Mother / Reentry

"I bounced between 11 foster homes before I was 16. I had every reason to give up. Meighan's program showed me that resilience isn't just surviving — it's building. I'm now in college studying business and I have a plan for the first time in my life."
Enrolled in college & developed a 5-year business plan

DeShawn M.

Former Foster Youth

* Names changed to protect privacy. Stories shared with permission.

Partner With Trucking in High Heels™.

If your organization serves foster youth, incarcerated mothers, or families navigating the child welfare system — we want to work with you. We offer speaking engagements, workshops, training, and community programming tailored to your population and your goals.

For individual inquiries, use the same form and select "Advising" as your inquiry type.

You've survived hard things.
Now let's build something beautiful.