Meet the Team

Adrienne Meahl

Board Advisor & Social Media Director

Born and raised in Hampton Roads, Adrienne Meahl is a natural connector whose life’s work centers on healing, empowerment, and authenticity. From leading women’s circles focused on self-development and trauma healing to creating uplifting digital spaces through social media, Adrienne’s gift lies in helping others find clarity and confidence within themselves.

With experience in massage therapy, marketing, and event design, she brings both empathy and strategy to LoveShell’s mission of cultivating safe, supportive spaces for growth and transformation.

“Empowerment isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence. It’s showing up as you are, again and again. In vulnerability, we find courage. In connection, we find healing.”

Antwain Britt

Co-Founder, Vice President

Antwain is LoveShell’s Co-Founder, Vice President and Fitness Instructor. A native of Hampton Roads, attending Indian River HS in Chesapeake. As a former UFC competitor, Antwain learned multiple martial arts techniques which he adapted into a comprehensive self defense program. Antwain has been a self defense instructor for over seventeen years with an emphasis on women’s protection and law enforcement defensive tactics.

“I am a true believer that we get in return what we put out into the world. Being a part of LoveShell is an opportunity to help others on their journey to becoming a healthier version of themselves. Through hard work and perseverance we will get there together.”

Stephanie Askew

Founder & President

For Stephanie Askew, LoveShell isn’t just an organization — it’s a mission born from love, loss, and an unshakable belief in second chances. A proud Hampton Roads native with over 20 years of leadership experience, Stephanie has dedicated her life to building people-centered organizations that merge strategy, service, and heart. But her most personal and profound work began after losing her sister, Michelle — lovingly known as Shell — a woman whose strength and spirit shined even through her battle with addiction and recovery.

Out of that heartbreak, LoveShell was born — a living tribute to Michelle and to every person fighting to heal, recover, and rebuild their life. Stephanie created LoveShell to be a safe haven for those navigating addiction, trauma, and transition — a place where compassion meets community and hope is met with action.

Under her leadership, LoveShell works to bridge critical gaps in the recovery journey: promoting relapse prevention, providing support for families, and creating access to resources that help individuals sustain long-term healing. Stephanie’s vision is to restore the connection between people and purpose — to remind communities that healing isn’t meant to happen alone, and that love, when shared, has the power to rebuild lives.

“Every person carries a story of resilience. My purpose is to help them remember that their power never disappeared—it’s been waiting to be seen, nurtured, and celebrated.”