Danesha Smith
Franchisee, McDonald’s Restaurants, and President, Shine2Inpsire
Danesha Smith, an Atlanta-based business owner and philanthropist, is the president of Shine2Inspire, a 501(c)(3) organization. As a McDonald’s franchisee, she has been featured in publications such as Rolling Out, The Atlanta Voice, and The Top 100 Magazine, plus outlets like Fox 5 Atlanta and CW69, discussing mentorship, business ownership, and community impact.
A proud alumna of Clark Atlanta University, Danesha credits her HBCU experience with inspiring her mission to empower youth and future business leaders. She has partnered with organizations like Morehouse College, Georgia State University, and the City of Clarkston to create impactful programs.
Danesha and her husband, Andre, co-founded the Shine2Inspire Scholarship of Excellence to support aspiring business and hospitality professionals. Together, they champion initiatives that promote entrepreneurship and community responsibility.