Sharlinda “Shar” Parker, a Virginia native turned Atlanta powerhouse, is the entrepreneurial force and co-visionary behind the Tu La 2 Brand and founder of Sisters United of Atlanta, a signature program under the Q Parker Legacy Foundation dedicated to uplifting and advancing women and youth across professional, civic, and social spheres. Sharlinda’s journey is one of resilience, as she has consistently transformed life’s challenges into fuel for empowerment. As a teenage mother, she found strength in her experience, using it to inspire and support other women facing their own formidable obstacles.
Entrepreneurship is in Sharlinda’s DNA, rooted in her upbringing in a family of entrepreneurs. Since relocating to Atlanta, she has embraced entrepreneurship with passion, creating alongside her twin sister, Sabrina “Brie” Rowe, the iconic Tu
La 2 Nail Salon & Company—a mainstay in the Atlanta beauty industry for over 20 years and a pioneer in the “gone green” eco-conscious nail market. With her vision and relentless determination, Sharlinda has expanded the Tu La 2 Brand to include The Tu La 2 Collection, Tu La 2 Luxe Mobile Nailery, The Tu La 2 Experience, and the Shar Said Brie Said podcast.
A true game-changer, Sharlinda embodies confidence, inspiration, and lifestyle, redefining success at every level. As a devoted wife and mother, Sharlinda exemplifies how women can achieve harmony in family, business, and community. She is a force, proving that success in business, family, and community is not just possible—it’s a way of life.