Dawn Hancock is a dynamic and results-driven professional whose journey spans elite athletics, financial services, corporate leadership, and youth empowerment. Her career reflects a commitment to excellence, resilience, and a passion for financial literacy and education.
Dawn’s early years were marked by excellence in athletics. On October 22, 2001, she was given the opportunity of a lifetime—a chance to relocate to Lebanon and pursue her dream of playing professional basketball. However, despite the excitement of this prospect, she made choices that led her on a different path than she had envisioned. This experience, though bittersweet, became a pivotal moment in her journey. It taught her profound lessons about preparation, timing, and the importance of seizing opportunities fully. One of her guiding philosophies—“It is better to be prepared and not have an opportunity than to have an opportunity and not be prepared.”—stems directly from this experience.
Her basketball career reached another milestone in 2015 when team was inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame at Bowie State University. As a key member of the 1997 NCAA nationally ranked
women’s basketball team, Dawn and her teammates made history by winning the first-ever CIAA Championship for the university. This accomplishment is a testament to her dedication, teamwork, and drive for success.
Dawn earned her Bachelor of Administration with a concentration in Management, equipping her with a strong foundation in business strategy, leadership, and financial acumen.
Dawn transitioned from sports to financial services with the determination and discipline that defined her athletic career. In her first year, she joined Mass Mutual Financial Group in 2009, quickly rising to prominence, ranking #7 nationwide among rookie Financial Advisors. She conducted financial literacy seminars for local government employees and earned numerous accolades, including:
In 2013, Dawn founded a financial education and literacy organization inspired by the early loss of her father. She dedicated herself to helping individuals protect their assets and maximize their retirement income, ensuring they confidently made informed financial decisions.
Her impact extended to the media when she appeared on Good Morning Washington in 2016, sharing financial insights and promoting a free financial literacy seminar.
Dawn’s expertise later led her to the corporate sector, where she achieved remarkable success:
In 2024, Dawn boldly decided to step away from her corporate career to dedicate herself to her passion and purpose fully. She founded MIPOH (My Pursuit of Happiness), a transformative personal development program serving children and adults.
As part of this initiative, she launched MIPOH4Kids, an innovative program for after-school enrichment programs. MIPOH4Kids engages students in a fun, interactive way, teaching essential life skills, leadership development, and financial literacy. In parallel, MIPOH for Adults helps individuals find purpose, build confidence, and create financial stability.
Dawn Hancock’s journey—from athlete to financial strategist to youth enrichment executive and entrepreneur—is a testament to the power of resilience, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to personal growth. She continues to inspire and empower individuals to take control of their financial futures while shaping the next generation of leaders through MIPOH4Kids and MIPOH for Adults.
