Meet Corrine (Corri) Fields of Kinect & Enrich

Today we’d like to introduce you to Corrine (Corri) Fields.

Corrine (Corri), we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
Surving South Central LA in the 90’s, a time when gang culture was a way of life wasn’t easy. If it didn’t kill you it made you stronger. I’ve seen families torn apart, I experienced losing friends left and right to gang violence where making it out was not an option. I was young, ambitious, smart, determined, and very strong willed. Those experiences taught me valuable lessons such as what to value. Im one the most resourceful people known in the community, but I never thought to take credit for any of it. I didn think theres was any meritt in just being myself. I now see the importance I have in others lives, and I’m honored to see the impact that Ive made over the years.

My father was an entreprenuer so I got it honestly, my drive that is. I remember going to work with my dad. Joy sporouting from how I was able to help his customers. By the age of 15, I wanted to make my own money. In the summer I would braid hair, and clean homes. By my senior year at Crenshaw HS, I began offering childcare services. As a true product of my environment, I became the connect or plug as they say. My journey of self discovery took me down a long road, but along the way I found my tribe. By finally understanding my purpose, I was able to reinvent myself and create something positive in my life that has impacted thousand of lives in my community. Redifining my reason for being the connect, I founded Kinect and Enrich.

BIO

Corri Fields was taught the importance of knowing who you are and where you came from. Because of the strong sense of family, she stood on the principles of building community, legacy, and imparting wisdom into the youth.

Corri has worked with children and families for the past 19yrs. Providing services to the community of South Central La, and connecting families through education and resources has been Corri’s mission. She has been recognized for her dedication towards inspiring others to believe in the themselves as they grow through life.

Corri knew she wanted to be in service to others. She explored all avenues of the service industry. A jack of all trades, turned serial entrepreneur.

Corri is now the Founder and CEO, of Kinect & Enrich. Recognizing the need for stronger connections within her community, she has been serving in the Leimert Park and Crenshaw District since 2016, where she was raised. Her passion for keeping families together fueled their mission to create a healthy, unified community where everyone is given the opportunity to thrive. She has uplifted the lives of individuals by providing access to health, wellness, and fitness resources, for children and families particularly in lower-income areas affected by health disparities. In 2021 history was made during the 1st Annual Winter On Ice fundraiser. Ice skating in Leimert Park during the holidays brought families together and spread hope to many giving a new outlook to a disadvantaged community, where children lack exposure to these types of activities.

In 2022, their B.L.U.E. Project enrichment program, paved the way for a Future Social Impact Program bridging the gap through intergenerational programs. With focus on community enrichment and workforce training our program aims to develop confidence in our young Builders, Life Givers, Unifiers and Economic developers.

In 2024 Corri was selected as the winner of Los Angeles Department of Public Works, BCA, Koi Pond Pitch Competition. With recognition from the Public Works Commissioner, advancements towards our public benefit corporation to open a community health hub along the Crenshaw Corridor are in the making.

As a certified Business and Life Coach, DBA Crowned Coaching, she continues to share her knowledge and experience to create new possibilities for individuals needing advice in their personal and business development. This idea gave birth to The W.I.N. Group LLC. in 2024, a management and consulting firm, Founded by Corri, in partnership with a host of business professional offering their services to aspiring entrepreneurs, and individuals seeking personal or professional development.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
As a single mother or two, obstacles were apart of my daily life. Ive been homeless, and a victim of domestic violence. I suffered with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and anger management. The traumas of my childhood abuse affected my life choices and had a hold on me, which I didnt like, so I chose to do something about it,

Finding your purpose and sticking to it is the struggle. Your mental, physical and financial health, are key if you think you’re going to succeed as a self made woman in business. Success has so much to do with your personal wellbeing. When I got better so did my business. Maintaining a healthy work life balance was essential. Lets face the facts a black woman in America, pursuing her childhood dreams, is a struggle within itself, when you dare to be brave you face a unique set of challenges.

Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Kinect & Enrich?
 In 2021 history was made during the 1st Annual Winter On Ice fundraiser. Ice skating in Leimert Park during the holidays brought families together and spread hope to many giving a new outlook to a disadvantaged community, where children lack exposure to these types of activities.

Do you have recommendations for books, apps, blogs, etc?
APPS: Calendly, Chat GPT, Instagram, Canva, Google

BOOKS: Bible, 48 Laws of Power, Power of Now

Podcast: Abraham Hicks

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.kinectandenrich.org
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howwekinect/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jatterby.fields
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/95047262/admin/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_feed%3B1ySv1YRITMqQqOnYPFWXdw%3D%3D
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yz16D5Wsoc4&pp=ygUjc25vdyBuaWdodCBsZWltZXJ0IHBhcmsgbG9zIGFuZ2VsZXM%3D

Image Credits
U.S. Bank – Vernell Taylor – Community Partner/Financial Literacy Workshop – Crenshaw / Slauson
District 10 Councilwoman – Heather Hutt – Title Sponsor – Winter On Ice – Leimert Park
State Assemblyman – Isaac Bryan – Partner – Holiday Cheer Toy Giveaway – Leimert Park
Tyrone Nance – Community Partner – 1st Annual Run Walk Ride – Leimert Park