The radio industry is like any other part of the entertainment world, MALE DOMINATED, but there are still a lot of women holding their own and taking control.  Power 105's Deja Vu is definitely one of those women.  As a radio personality from the south who is holding her own in the belly of the beast, New York City, she is definitely a "Fab Female".

Deja Vu is the girl you listen to at work to get you through the day, the lady you follow on twitter to keep you in stitches, and she is also a woman who your children may look up to.  From radio personality to a motivational speaker, Deja Vu uses her pipes to reach the masses.

"To dominate in this industry, women need to focus and develop a thick skin. You will have to work twice as hard as your male counterparts to reach the top. There will be haters, both men and women alike. However, when traversing the winding path of success you have to know how to navigate the rest area called the boys' club."

Where did you grow up?

I grew up in Portsmouth, VA & Jacksonville, Florida

Sign?

Leo: Queen of the Mutha-Flippin' Jungle! LOL!

Relationship Status?

Engaged

ATF: What made you get into the entertainment industry?

Deja Vu: I always wanted to be a broadcaster. I got my first tape recorder ( ooh that sounds old) at age 8. I used to walk around interviewing people with my tape recorder and empty paper towel holder (the cardboard stick)! Then in jr high my band teacher gave me a microphone (it wasn't attached to anything), and I carried that around with my fictitious radio station WXYZ FM 92. LOL! I got written up on referrals trying to interview my teachers while they were teaching, all through high school! LOL.

ATF: When did you say “I’m gonna be on radio”?

DV: Although I was doing the pretend radio thing, I always wanted to do hard news on television.

ATF: There are many women in the radio game, what set Déjà Vu apart from the rest?

DV: I believe the thing that sets me apart is my love of teens and community. I believe that I have a responsibility to my listeners to give back, not just with music, but with my time, service an appreciation. The microphone is a powerful tool, it's my purpose to use it to inspire, motivate and empower.

ATF: How do you feel a woman can dominate in this male driven industry?

DV: To dominate in this industry, women need to focus and develop a thick skin. You will have to work twice as hard as your male counterparts to reach the top. There will be haters, both men and women alike. However, when traversing the winding path of success you have to know how to navigate the rest area called the boys' club. You will be called the BWord for standing your ground, but in the end you'll be glad you were true to you!

ATF: Now I heard you have your own community outreach programs, tell us about it.…

DV: I have a non-profit called The Flava Unit ( not to be confused w/Queen Latifah's FlavOR Unit). They are NYC high school students that meet weekly and do approx. 2 service projects per month throughout the 5 NYC boroughs. In every radio market I've been in, I've started a branch of the Flava Unit. Some of my former students are now PHd's, doctors and educators. A couple even followed in my footsteps and pursued broadcasting. We are now preparing a leadership and health series within the group. My main goal is to put on a national symposium.

I am also a motivational speaker/life coach helping women (18-70) focus on their goals and achieve their vision of success. Check out www.sistagirlz.com for the next session!

ATF: What is your end all be all career goal?

DV: My end all be all career goal is to work with Oprah and have a show on her O.W.N. network! (laughs). And to write a best-seller! And to...it never ends (laughs).

ATF: Did you ever want to quit radio and try something else?

DV: If I were to ever leave radio, it would be to speak full time and to open a community center. However, I have become accustomed to a certain life style.

ATF: So tell us how you got where you are today?

DV: My Career Journey is Looong! We'll save the juice details for the book! Moved around the country from station to station doing Middays, Afternoons and eventually becoming a Program Director. I was offered the gig in NYC after I had just moved to Virginia. All of my moves except for one have been with Clear Channel.

ATF: You’re recently engaged, how do you manage a crazy busy career and personal life?

DV: Maintaing this mantra keeps me sane: God 1st, Family 2nd, and Career 3rd. That's how I keep my priorities straight. I am planning my wedding for 2011 and I know it will get hectic, but I thrive off of the adrenaline rush of getting the job done!

ATF: Who is your dream celebrity to interview?

DV: Dream Celeb interviews : Oprah (of course)...that's it. I already interviewed Beyonce and maybe Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie ...I'm reaching for the movie stars, baby (laughs). Hip-Hop...I've done 'em all except Jay-Z.

ATF: Where can people get more information about Déjà Vu?

Get more info on www.sistagirlz.com or twitter.com/sistagirlz

M-F 10a-2pm Power 105.1, Jamn 94.5 Boston, 93.3 The Beat in Jax FL and Sirius/XM The Heat.