Meet The CEO
Renetta Gunn-StevensCEO of Sophisticated Press LLC | Founder of Sophisticated Press Magazine | Publisher to Thought Leaders & World Changers
A trailblazer from the start, Renetta Gunn-Stevens has always been a force of motivation, activation, and transformation. What began as a personal journey—self-publishing her debut book, A Dad’s Redemption, after overcoming industry barriers—evolved into a global mission: empowering entrepreneurs and executives to own their narratives, scale their influence, and create legacy through publishing.
In 2018, she founded Sophisticated Press LLC™, a premier publishing house based near Chicago, specializing in turning thought leaders into bestselling authors. Renetta’s unique approach has helped clients—including 5x NBA Champion & Coach Bill Cartwright—craft and publish their debut works, merging storytelling with strategic positioning for maximum impact.
As the visionary behind Sophisticated Press Magazine, she curates a platform spotlighting innovators, disruptors, and cultural shapers, further cementing her role as a conduit for change. Beyond publishing, Renetta leads Sophisticated Sentences Non-Profit™ and its accompanying podcast, amplifying transformative words that spark global dialogue.
A certified speaker under Dr. Eric Thomas’ Game Changers, Renetta now teaches executives her proprietary Sophisticated Sale™ framework, helping them secure 5+ figures in a single transaction by mastering the art of listening to execute.
World Changer. Publisher. Ghostwriter. Black Illustrator. Speaker.
Renetta Gunn-Stevens doesn’t just help you tell your story—she builds your empires and train you on how to run it and multiply it.
A trailblazer from the start, Renetta Gunn-Stevens has always been a force of motivation, activation, and transformation. What began as a personal journey—self-publishing her debut book, A Dad’s Redemption, after overcoming industry barriers—evolved into a global mission: empowering entrepreneurs and executives to own their narratives, scale their influence, and create legacy through publishing.
In 2018, she founded Sophisticated Press LLC™, a premier publishing house based near Chicago, specializing in turning thought leaders into bestselling authors. Renetta’s unique approach has helped clients—including 5x NBA Champion & Coach Bill Cartwright—craft and publish their debut works, merging storytelling with strategic positioning for maximum impact.
As the visionary behind Sophisticated Press Magazine, she curates a platform spotlighting innovators, disruptors, and cultural shapers, further cementing her role as a conduit for change. Beyond publishing, Renetta leads Sophisticated Sentences Non-Profit™ and its accompanying podcast, amplifying transformative words that spark global dialogue.
A certified speaker under Dr. Eric Thomas’ Game Changers, Renetta now teaches executives her proprietary Sophisticated Sale™ framework, helping them secure 5+ figures in a single transaction by mastering the art of listening to execute.
World Changer. Publisher. Ghostwriter. Black Illustrator. Speaker.
Renetta Gunn-Stevens doesn’t just help you tell your story—she builds your empires and train you on how to run it and multiply it.