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Crystal D. Mayo is an actress, writer and educator who is a Native New Yorker born and raised in the South Bronx.. Her urban upbringing is a relentless source of inspiration in her writing. Her experiences are highlighted in her upcoming memoir, The Evolution of Me which captures her lifeline of rich and telling childhood recollections told through poetry and prose. Crystal’s repertoire of writing spans from memoirs and poetry to children’s books. Her literary contributions have been published in the Bronx Memoir Project Volumes three, four and five which will be available for purchase this summer.The African Voices tribute to Ntozake Shange and Our Voices Our Stories, an anthology of Writings Advancing, Celebrating, Embracing and Empowering Girls and Women of Color through the National Girls and Women of Council Inc. Crystal’s short story, Wicked Blues will be featured in The Connecticut Literary Anthology this fall. She made her debut as a playwright this spring with her monologue. Mother to Son published in an anthology through New World Theater. Her latest nonfiction story entitled “Wicked Blues” was published most recently in the Connecticut Literary Anthology for 2021. Crystal holds a masters in elementary education and is the founder and artistic director of My Daughter My Legacy. This entrepreneur’s mission statement is to empower youth to discover their voice and vision through literacy and the arts. She teaches students how to write and perform spoken word in addition to creating collaborative performance pieces.

MacFour(Member)Bio The industry is now changing and is looking for something fresh, new and exciting! Well, I’m here to tell you look no further. Introducing what some may call the next coming of the Jackson 5.The multi-talented KJ, Kool, Dancer Duck MACFOUR! Group Introduction December 4 2010 in Baltimore, Maryland - the birth date and location of a new independent entertainment label that will pay homage to the music history and future that it has in store. MacFour was created by father Kevin Mc Kenney and the group is composed of young artists: Kevin (K.J) – K’von (Mr. Kool) – K-Love (The Dancer) & Keith (Duck). The engine these young men are rising in, is based on music industry veterans who share a refreshing and respectful love of music. Members: Kevin (KJ) Mc Kenney is the Founding member of MacFour, He is also the Producer of his own TV Show ’’MacFour:The Vision’’ on SLYTV LIVE His hobbies include Writing and producing music and videos. Play sports like Basketball, Football and Baseball and playing Video Games. His Favorite TV show is ’’Futurama’’ and favorite movie is ’’The Incredible Hulk’’. K’Von (Kool) Mc Kenney is the tallest member of MacFour. He Co-produces his own TV Show MacFour: The Vision on SLYTV Live. Kool enjoys being a chef in the Kitchen and playing video games. His favorite TV shows are ’’Dragon Ball Z ‘‘ , ’’The Boondocks’’. His favorite movie is ’’Shrek’’. K-Love (Dancer) Mc Kenney is the choreographer of MacFour. He Co-Produces his own TV Show MacFour:The Vision on SLYTV Live. He Loves to Dance(Hints his stage name). He enjoys playing Basketball, Football, Baseball and video games. His favorite Tv shows are ’’Power’’ and ’’Sanford and Son’’. His favorite movie is Creed. Keith (Duck) Mc Kenney is the youngest member of MacFour. He Co-Produces his own TV Show MacFour: The Vision on SLYTV Live. Duck loves to sing. He enjoys playing Basketball and video games. His favorite show is ’’Dragon Ball Z’’. His favorite movie is ’’Princess and the Frog’’. The next chapter has not been written yet, The Journey Continues

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Ms. T. Lane is the author of the Seductive Dreams series, Sis, Shut up and Listen and Secrets the Finance Industry Don't Want You to Know about. Ms. T. Lane started writing poems at the age of 16 as an outlet from her mothers drug abuse. Although this was an outlet it quickly became a passion. Ms. T. would soon start writing short stories, short songs, music versus and finally her heart of hearts, romance novels. When Ms. T. Lane created her very first novel in 2015 Seductive Dreams, she was very proud of her work and it truly was her dream come true. She continue's to create works of art that stem from her passion of writing.

Podcast engineer and host of the Fantasy Football Hangout and All Things Basketball with GD podcasts providing expert analysis in fantasy football & basketball

Robert B. Foster is a man of incomparable strength and resilience. Being someone who has been through his fair share of hardships, he was able to walk away with a deeper understanding of his life purpose. As a matter of fact, he would not have become the motivational and inspirational figure he is today if he had not hit rock bottom. Looking back, the difficulties he faced in the past were nothing but formative tools carving out his path to success. His passion is now showing others how to embrace public speaking, owning your failures in life while using them to inspire others, and ultimately helping you to forgive yourself for any wrongs you may have committed. We are all human and can learn from one another. Each episode of Shut Up and GRIND features a guest that at some point said "I can't do this anymore" and took the steps to change the course of their life.

Patrice McLaurin is a Best Selling author and an image activist. She sat on the character education advisory council for the nonprofit, because I said I would, and she served as Subject Matter Expert in the development of Everfi’s online Black History Curriculum, 306- Continuing the Story. She has worked to empower and enhance the lives of our youth for the past two decades. Patrice has authored 5 children’s books. Her first children’s book, “Have You Thanked an Inventor Today?” is an Amazon Best Seller and was acclaimed by Microsoft as a book that informs and inspires STEM. It amplifies Black Excellence by highlighting different inventions, created by Black people that children may use throughout their day. Her follow up book, “Have You Thanked a KidVentor Today?” is another great STEM read that focuses on the wonderful contributions of child inventors. Her third book, I Am Because I Choose is an engaging picture book that can easily be used to help facilitate the core competencies of Social Emotional Learning. Her fourth book, Thank an Inventor Coloring and Activity Book is the final book in her Thank an Inventor Series and provides an opportunity for children to learn through play. Her fifth book is due for publication in Spring of 2023. The goal of each of her books is to encourage children to recognize and tap into their own genius. Patrice McLaurin is a native of Bessemer, AL and a proud graduate of Alabama A&M University. She currently resides in Dacula, GA with her husband and two children.

MODELING & ENTERTAINMENT As the quintessential Plus Size Entrepreneur, Jamila Choyce is the owner of Jamila Jay Plus Size Casting. In 2016, the conceptual idea for the website was created to unite plus size talent with producers, directors, magazine editors, fashion show coordinators, and casting directors with plus size talent. Casting directors can submit their casting needs on the website. Therefore, it is an opportunity for plus size talent and casting officials who are seeking plus size talent to meet and work together. Talent can register and submit for acting, modeling, dancing, and singing opportunities. In 2010, after being laid off as an elementary school teacher, she embarked upon the world of acting and eventually plus size modeling. At a blazing 5’9’, and size 16 she did not fit into Hollywood’s stereotype of beauty. Although she landed a few commercials, court shows, and pilots, her acting head shoots was the key to open the door to her new career. ABOUT JAMILA “During my tenure at my last school, the residential address was a homeless shelter. I saw many students aimless come and go with any structure or future. As an entrepreneur, I have the opportunity to assistant homeless children. You do not have to be affluent to help others you only need a heart that cares. After being signed with three talent agents and driving from Northern California to Southern California, she wanted more! She felt the same frustration and anguish of other plus size talent. In 2011, the door of plus size modeling was thrusted open when submitted to a talent agency for plus size models. She began writing a column for a plus size publication and started her own talk show interviewing plus size designers and models. As a plus size model, she was very active making television and radio appearances as well as producing, styling, and designing for live fashion shows. Most notably, her first national television exposure was on the “Queen Latifah” talk show in New York.

18 year Sales, Marketing and Branding Strategist. Master Closer and 1.5 Million Sales Professional and Business Development Professional.

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Covering politics for more than 30 years and interviewing the famous and infamous have given me a unique insight that I share with my audiences. I'm the co-host and producer of Connections on WFXC/WFXK-FM (longest-running public affairs program in North Carolina) and the host of The Deal with Ed Clark on the internet. There is no subject we are afraid to cover. I am also the co-author of The Last Dance for Grace - The Crystal Mangum Story. last Dance is a more balanced view of the woman who was the central figure in the Duke Lacrosse Case. I'm also a filmmaker, writer, and seeker of the truth.

Roshanda Casteel has a wide variety of experience, with over 16 years I'm the healthcare and transportation industry ,she's the founder of progressive Family Solutions nonprofit organization and owners of Family behavioral modification service a service based business from families who have open DCFS cases. She exercises her voice over the airwaves a the host of So Devine Radio show and podcast. She transparent and always eager to help others.

Phil Andrews is the President of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. and the founding President of the African American Small Business Foundation, Inc. Mr. Andrews served as two-term Past President of a local chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc.

Asia Bribiesca-Hedin, MBA, MPA is the founder and CEO of Bridgewell Professional Services (bridgewellpro.com), a leadership development and strategy execution firm in Southern California. Asia began her career as a management consultant with a global Big 4 consulting firm right out of USC business school, gaining unparalleled experience in advising leaders on how to mobilize their teams to deliver on key priorities. Today she brings her strategic lens to coaching executives and professionals at every level to become influential, sought-after leaders so they can create the results that matter most to them. YOUR LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND CAREER EMPOWERMENT PODCAST GUEST! Listen to a recent podcast recording or training. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jf0yfgNt3LE&t=151s) Hot topics include: - Top career-limiting mistakes even good leaders make and what to do instead - How to handle criticism from anyone with poise, grace, and confidence... including your boss, client, or partner! - How to grow your leadership effectiveness without overworking, people-pleasing, or selling your soul! - Top myths around imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and confidence These are simply starting points - and I'm open to customizing to suit your current focus and your audience!

Dr. Shawanda S. Moore is the CEO of Royal Financial Services, Royal Tax Box and Royal Outreach. She was born in raised in New Orleans, Louisiana and currently resides there. Dr. Moore has survived a struggle of being homeless, single teenage parent, and has suffered many losses at an early age including the deaths of her mother and father. Despite the challenges in life, she continued on her journey to obtain 5 college degrees with the completion of her Ph.D being the highest. She is a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority. Dr. Moore recently tossed her business partner who is also her son, Shaun Moore at the age of 21 in 2020. Dr. Moore carries her son's legacy on each and every day and has honored him as a lifetime CEO of their company Royal Financial Services. Dr. Moore is a former educator of over 10 years, an author, speaker, coach, community advocate, and a growing entrepreneur.

Dominique Carson is an award-winning community activist, journalist, researcher, and massage therapist. She graduated with her bachelor's and master's degree from CUNY Brooklyn College. Carson also received her massage degree and certification from CUNY Queensborough Community College. Ms. Carson has been an active freelance writer for eight years and wrote for many publications including Amsterdam News, NBC News, The Grio, Ebony, Singersroom.com, Soultrain, just to name a few. She interviewed many notable figures in the entertainment industry such as Charlie Wilson, Regina Belle, Patti Labelle, Avant, Tito Jackson, Eric Benet, Heather Headley, The Isley Brothers, and many more. Ms. Carson has been apart of various writing projects over the years such as How to Survive Freshmen Year in College, Lefferts Manor Association Journal, and Partnership for Parks. In 2018, she received It's My Park Award with her former Man Up! Inc's Job Development Center Colleagues for outstanding service in East New York, Brooklyn. Outside of journalism and editorial projects, Carson is also a licensed and nationally certified massage therapist as of fall 2019. Her overall goal is to facilitate people's lives with her hands and words.

Mann Robinson, is an American Film Director, Producer, Actor, Author, Businessman & Entrepreneur. In 2007, Mann evolved from a rapper by writing his first full feature film script. Thereafter, filming was his new aim. The first movie premiere he attended was in Atlanta in 2009 where Mann officially fell in love with filming. By 2011, Mann delved deep into studying the history of film and film equipment. Metro Wealth Films was incorporated in 2013 and Mann began co-directing On Ten; his drama TV series in Detroit, New York, and Atlanta. In 2014, he enrolled in Full Sail University and moved to Atlanta, GA. Before year-end, he transferred to The Art Institute Of Atlanta and launched the grand opening of his own film production house, Metro Wealth Studios. Then, he established "Atlanta Actors Workshop", a company that provided acting seminars to develop local aspiring actors. These workshops cultivated thousands of actors for roles that his company cast directly from his own database. All these acquisitions are in pursuit of following one of his deepest passions - FILM. In 2015, Mann Robinson Productions partnered with Torrei Hart. Since partnering together they have worked on numerous projects together Turnt, Super Turnt, Sebastian, ON Ten TV Series. Concurrently, with each fiscal year bringing more recognition and financial gains; Mann has developed numerous concepts into projects. Meanwhile spearheading numerous businesses; including;The Give It How You Live Foundation and co-founded non-profit outreach program for adolescence which he and his wife, Monique Robinson established. This initiative is designed to provide an educational platform where aspiring youth can constructively channel their skills towards higher successes. Mann's achievements &; tenured business skill set, serve to collaborate well with other entities within the entertainment realm. To date, his full feature film Super Turnt releases this year starring Harry Lennix, Torrei Hart, Jamal Woolard, E Roger Mitchell, and more. Releasing early 2022 Sebastian- starring Darius McCary, Clifton Powell, Jamie Bernadette, Torrei Hart, Jermaine Hopkins, and more. His ON TEN TV series starring Vivica Fox, Sean Blakemore, and more. All written and directed by Mann Robinson and Executive Producer Torrei Hart. The majority of the time Mann is on the production side of the industry, but occasionally makes acting appearances in front of the camera.

As the Founder of Novae, Reco McCambry has made his mark in the financial services industry and direct sales as one of the youngest and most successful entrepreneurs in the space. After getting involved in the industry in 2001, at 20 years old, it seemed he was born to do this. While in college full-time, majoring in Physics and Engineering, he was also working a full-time job. Upon seeing that his job was keeping him from accomplishing many of his personal goals, he started working very diligently on his part time business. After his first year, his part-time income exceeded his full-time income and positioned him to pursue his dreams full-time. Within the next few years he was able to pay off debts, dramatically change his lifestyle, and achieve many personal goals. Mr. McCambry has coached and mentored thousands of people nationwide and built personal organizations exceeding tens of thousands of independent representatives producing annual revenues of several million dollars. These accomplishments allowed him to become financially free in his mid 20s and eventually start his first Direct Sales company in 2009. Also a best-selling author, Reco wrote an autobiography chronicling his life story, called The Fatherless Father that empowers single mothers, fathers, and fatherless teenagers and young adults to reach their full potential in life. Something he knows all too well, being raised by a single mother himself. Despite very humble beginnings, Mr. McCambry is as well accomplished and highly respected as any Direct Sales professional in history. In January of 2016, he ranked in the top 10% of over 550+ Direct Sales CEOs nominated worldwide by Businessfromhome.org. This list placed him in front of many leaders of great companies that have done billions of dollars in revenue and been in business for decades. As a talented speaker, he is frequently tapped by corporations, non-profits, youth programs, faith-based organizations and educational institutions to share the keys of his successful entrepreneurial endeavors. He offers audiences a candid peek into his personal experiences and provides motivation and encouragement to inspire positive life changes and success. He has been featured multiple times as one of the youngest success stories in the annual publication of "Who's Who in Black Atlanta", a publication highlighting some of the most accomplished African Americans in Atlanta, GA. Mr. McCambry is also on the Leadership Council for the National Small Business Association (NSBA) out of Washington D.C., which advocates on Capitol Hill for small businesses nationwide. He is also an active member of the National Speakers Association – a select group of accredited speakers nationwide, the National Speakers Association Georgia Chapter, and The Global Speakers Federation. In addition, he is a member of the American Society for Training and Development – the world's largest professional association dedicated to the training and development field. Fittingly, on February 4, 2021, Mr. McCambry was honored by his hometown in McDonough, GA with a proclamation naming January 19th, Mr. Reco McDaniel McCambry Day, in recognition of his business accomplishments, philanthropy, and inspiration to the community. In addition, in 2021, he was inducted into Marquis Who’s Who in America and Who’s Who in Business & Finance. August 17, 2021, McCambry’s company Novae, was recognized on Inc. magazine’s Inc. 5000, for becoming one of the fastest growing companies in America. Novae ranked #2,307 in the country, #137 in the financial services industry and #97th in the state of Georgia! Mr. McCambry graduated from Southern Polytechnic State University with a B.S. degree in Industrial Engineering and obtained his M.B.A. degree at the Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University. Upon completing his M.B.A., Mr. McCambry earned a 4.0 GPA and was inducted into two of the most prestigious business honor societies in the world, Golden Key International Honor Society and Beta Gamma Sigma; where many of the organization members are many C level executives for Fortune 100 companies. He has received numerous awards and recognition throughout his career, for his memorable speaking, training sessions, phenomenal leadership ability and superior results in business. Mr. Reco M. McCambry is definitely one of the "BEST" in the business!

Eric M. Twiggs is a founding partner and president of The What Now Movement. His mission is to build high-performing entrepreneurs, authors, and career professionals, who are prepared for life’s unexpected curveballs. He is the author of The Discipline of Now: 12 Practical Principles to Overcome Procrastination. The Discipline of Now has been recognized as a Global Top Ten Finalist for the 2020 Author Elite Awards in the category of Best Self Help Book. This recognition was based on the combination of the following criteria: cover design, content, popularity, and social contribution. Eric is also the host of a weekly inspirational podcast titled "The 30 Minute Hour." As a Certified Life & Business Coach, Eric has conducted over 28,000 coaching sessions, helping executive leaders and entrepreneurs who have moved from feeling frustrated to finding fulfillment. He has also led organizations of 500 or more people in corporate America and shared his message with corporations, associations, and congregations across the country. By reading The Discipline of Now, you will receive a proven blueprint to beat procrastination, so that you make more money, get more done, and feel more confident.

The Student Freedom Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring freedom in professional and life choices for students attending MSIs), with an initial focus on juniors and seniors earning engineering and mathematics (STEM) degrees at HBCUs.

Sajdah Wendy Muhammad is the creator and developer of the Mind of An Entrepreneur brand that has Headquarters being at the historic home of Elijah Muhammad (Sajdah House). The brand currently produces a Broadcast Radio Show in Washington DC, authors and publishes books on mental strategies for navigating the world of business. The brand also focuses on helping members of marginalized communities open the pathways to wealth and abundance through owning and operating business and introducing much needed goods and services into their communities. Wendy has a story of disappointment and perseverance that most business women can relate to and she discovered how to make the success last. She climbed her way up from a struggling real estate agent to a self-made millionaire, a title not held by a lot of women let alone Black women. She managed to overcome the marginalization she faced and most importantly the mental blocks that always stopped her from reaching her full potential. Even though Wendy started off with seemingly a lot going on for her and the right foundations set she still found herself struggling. She left her home in Nebraska at 17 to go off to college like many other teens her age and got a dual degree BBA in Finance and Accounting from Iowa State University. She holds numerous business certifications and accomplishments in Finance, Accounting and Business. With all this and a good work ethic, determination and a wealth of experience in the corporate world, Wendy still struggled. She even found herself homeless three times! After years of working hard and failing to finding lasting stability, Wendy finally discovered what she and so many others who have been marginalised need to do to create the right mind set for success. Today not only does she have the Mind of an Entrepreneur brand but she is spearheading the development of a community hospital in Grand Bassa County Liberia and two other hospital and hotel developments in Lagos and Abuja, Nigeria among her many successful projects. She wrote the book “Mind of an Entrepreneur” to share vital mental tools that you need to succeed as an entrepreneur that she discovered that aren’t covered in any Business School curriculum. In the book Wendy walks you through the importance of self-talk, improving your relationship with money, developing personal intuition and more. Being a certified Emotional Intelligence coach and trainer and blending this with her experience as a Business Professional, Art, Neurolinguistic Programming and Discipline as well as Spirituality she has created a unique blend of training for entrepreneurs to help them navigate the world of business. If you are tired and ready to break free from failing business models and more lows than highs in your entrepreneurial journey then this book is for you. Wendy will show you through this book how to aim to be outstanding and break free from mental borders for you to achieve the financial success you deserve. The book is readily available on Amazon and is a must read to get 2020 started off on the right track.

Author of several illustrated picture books and graphic novellas. Two of the series are Danielle the Girl From New York and Clarence the Cabbie Confidential.

I'm a retired deputy sheriff living in Caifornia, after serving 27 years in law enforcement.I have transitioned to marketing, to help create income streams for other Black people to create new lifestyles financially! I'm single with no children!

Ida Byrd-Hill is CEO of Automation Workz, a cybersecurity reskilling and diversity consulting firm, headquartered in Detroit, that has been recognized as one of the nation’s top Cybersecurity Bootcamps by Career Karma and one of the Best Cyber Security Bootcamps of 2021 by Intelligent.com. Ida has this prior business experience --- 5 years in Human Resources/ Executive Search where she created the Diversity Culture Audit. 14 years in finances creating the Financial Fitness Course, Fluke -the wealth building game of accidental inventions and My Dream Empire app to train 1000 UAW workers. 14 years piloting public – private partnerships including the creation of a cyber alternative high school. Ida Byrd-Hill is a graduate of University of Michigan - Ann Arbor with a BA Economics and Jack Welch Management Institute at Strayer University with an MBA specializing in People Management/ Strategy. She is also the author of 8 books including Invisible Talent Market, a Black Labor Economics History book. Ida has appeared in Associated Press, BBC, Crain’s Business Detroit, CW Street Beat, Cybercrime Magazine, Daytime NBC, Detroit News, Detroit Free Press, Essence Magazine, Good Morning America, Let It Rip, Michigan Chronicle, Model D, PBS, X-conomy

Joy Jones is a trainer and author of several books including FEARLESS PUBLIC SPEAKING and the novel, JAYLA JUMPS IN. She is also the founder of the multicultural Double Dutch team, DC Retro Jumpers. The team served as cultural ambassadors, teaching Double Dutch in Russia.

Three ladies having unapologetic and unfiltered conversations weekly about a wide range of topics.

Tiffany C. Wright is a world traveler (43 countries and counting) who brings a varied, yet distinct perspective and set of skills. Tiffany began her career as an intern for 4 summers at General Motors, then spent several years at Honda in the U.S. and Japan after graduating with a BS in Industrial & Systems Engineering from Ohio State. She later obtained her MBA from the Wharton School of Business and worked in finance, business development, and strategy positions at Enron, Siebel Systems, and Georgia Institute of Technology. She started and ran a real estate investment firm then purchased and operated a commercial construction publication. She previously served as interim COO for several business services, construction and real estate companies. Tiffany is also the author of two small business financing books and has written numerous articles for UPS Store, ADP, Key Bank, and others on a range of small business topics. With this background, Tiffany is highly skilled at examining the pieces of the business puzzle and putting it all together to resolve organizational, personnel, operational, and strategic issues. She focuses on obtaining buy-in on all levels and getting at the true source of the issues. The businesses she has worked with have experienced significant positive operational changes, ranging from profit increases of 20% to 250%, cash flow increases of 2-4x and company valuation increases of 2.5 times. The intangible results have also been noteworthy: owners able to drastically reduce their work hours or retire stress-free.

Jennifer Langston is native of Richlands, NC. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from North Carolina Central University, a Master of Science degree in Applied Psychology from University of Baltimore, and a certificate in Professional Counseling Studies from University of Baltimore. She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LCPC-S) in Maryland. Ms. Langston works full time as a Clinical Coordinator at an outpatient facility in Brooklyn, MD where she provides therapeutic services to with co-occurring disorders. She also works as a part time mental health therapist at the Renaissance Christian Counseling Center where she provides therapy to adolescents, and adults. Ms. Langston uses an eclectic theoretical approach consisting of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness based and Strength based techniques. She is excited to announce the release of her first ever children's book Antsy Agatha. Antsy Agatha is a book that focuses on a little girl who displays symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. In this book we see how the symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder impact Antsy Agatha, those around her, and how therapy helps her improve

Anthony has lived, studied, written about, and taught about diversity realities throughout my life. He has presented and facilitated in academic and corporate settings from around the world. Anthony holds a B.A. in psychology from Willamette University (Salem, OR) and a M.A. in Christian education from Scarritt Graduate School (Nashville, TN). He has recently earned the post-master’s Specialist of Education (EdS) degree in Culture, Cognition and Learning Process from Middle Tennessee State University (Murfreesboro, TN). Anthony has designed and facilitated diversity workshops since 2004. He has lectured and led workshops in corporate, community, and academic settings, including Harvard University. He is a contributor to Rhetoric, Race and Religion. Since 2020, in the wake of the George Floyd murder, Anthony has led race listening conversations for a variety of organizations to help process the cultural, historical, societal and personal moment. Anthony’s diversity discussions took a personal turn when he began documenting conversations with his white grandchildren regarding race. In 2014 he presented “What I Am Learning from My White Grandchildren: Truths about Race” for TEDx Antioch. That presentation has gained more than 3 million views. In 2021 he presented his second TEDx talk, “Beyond Empathy: Next Steps in Talking about Race” for TEDx Lenox Village. He hopes that both of those talks serve as invitations for others to tell their own racial stories. Anthony lives in Nashville, with his wife, Laura. They are fortunate to live close to their 12 grandchildren. AREAS OF EXPERTISE Business Case for DEI Inclusive Leadership Document Review Race and Racism Unconscious Bias Respect in the Workplace Religious Inclusion Children and Race Race and Spirituality Diversity and Athletics Business Ethics Coaching for Inclusion Identity and Individual Differences Listening for Empathy Corporate Clients American Dental Association, Chicago Country Music Association, Nashville Dallas Children’s Theater, Dallas Good Research, El Cerrito, CA Nashville Public Television, Nashville The Granger Network, CO Spect app, Soft Skills CEO, FL Canada Life, Toronto, Ontario, Canada Technology Assistants, Nashville Nike International, Portland, OR Academic Clients Harvard University, Cambridge, MA Northwestern University, Evanston, IL McMurry University, Abilene, TX Lipscomb University, Nashville Bryan College, Dayton, TN Spaulding University, Louisville, KY Bellarmine University, Louisville, KY Willamette University, Salem, Oregon PUBLICATION Good News: What’s Going On is 50: The Enduring Gospel of Marvin Gaye’s Masterpiece Annotated: Apologizing for “F*****g N*****s!”, 2021 Unpacking Racial Fear, 2020 Juneteenth: Celebrate the Moral Moment, 2020 “He Would Not Comply with Simple Commands”- The Ahmaud Arbery Murder, 2020 Sacrificing Everything. Without Even Trying: Nike, Kaepernick, and Black Lives, 2018 Raising White Kids: Review and Reflection, 2018 Charlottesville Reflections: Ancient Thoughts about Equality, Relationship and Community, 2017 We Are NOT Post-Racial, 2016 The War on Truth and Unity, 2013 Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr., 2013 Book Review: Dr. King, Persecution, and the Art of Prayer, 2012 PRESENTATIONS Listening with Children: A Spirituality of Children and Race, Alexandria, VA, October 2021 Beyond Empathy: Next Steps in Talking about Race, TEDx Lenox Village, Nashville, TN, March 2021 Conversations in Black, people3 panel, Nashville, TN, February 2021 Talks about Race, Willamette University, Salem, OR, January 2021 Religious Inclusion in the Workplace, panel moderator, Global Inclusion Online Forum 2020, Dubai, UAI From Workplace to “Wokeplace”: Creating an Organizational Culture of Belonging by Becoming Intentionally Inclusive in the Digital Age, 2020, Gainesville, FL. Let’s Talk About Racism: A Conversation about Children and Race, 2020, Dallas, TX. Listening and Race, 2020: American Dental Association, Chicago, IL; Nashville Public Television, Nashville, TN; Good Research, El Cerrito, CA; Lake Grove Presbyterian Church, Lake Oswego, OR Technology Assistants, Nashville, TN Naming Race, New Story Festival, 2019, https://youtu.be/-qOruWGFlMM Listening and Talking to Children: About Race, Spalding University, 2019 Truths about Race, Harvard University, 2018, https://youtu.be/1TRu6sMyrt4 Learning from Children: Truths about Race, Bellarmine University, 2018 Diversity and Athletic Civility, McMurry University, 2017 Exploring Multicultural Communities, Lipscomb University & Bryan College, 2016-2017 What I Am Learning from White Children, TEDxAntioch & Bryan College, 2014-2017, https://youtu.be/u5GCetbP7Fg

Signed to Stewart Talent for Acting and Modeling, 12-year-old Lani Luv writes her own lyrics, dances and makes MTV-worthy music videos all over New York City. How is one young lady so ambitious? She has a BIG dream: help encourage others to embrace their uniqueness.

Anthony Pierre life was turned upside down when he was suddenly arrested and sent to prison for 6 years. While in prison he searched deep within himself to understand who he really was and in the mist of this crisis found his love for writing that was lost in his childhood. Anthony loves writing Poetry, Motivational articles, and Real Estate Investing publications. Anthony is a successful Real Estate Investor, Keynote Speaker, Mentor and Amazon Best-Selling Author, with more than 20 years in the real estate business. He also owns Estate Master Real Estate Academy and the founder of Estate Master the Game. While in prison Anthony taught hundreds of students his real estate investing secrets and created one the most successful real estate investment programs in the State of Ohio Prison System through Urbana University. This experience helps him revolutionize the way we learn and create the ideas behind Estate Master the Game App. Anthony was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio where he currently lives with his wife and 4 children.

LaToya Wilson (AKA L.R.) is a native of Mississippi. She wears many hats for the roles of lead media correspondent, blogger, author, empowerment coach, and motivational speaker. Despite these roles, her best roles are as Mom and Nana. At the tender age of 16, LaToya began her motherhood journey to her daughter and quickly married for the first time. Years later, she had three more children with her second husband. Challenges led to a divorce. LaToya found herself struggling with depression, addiction and more. Her faith in God led her to overcoming her battles. Today she is a career professional who is on a mission to empower other women who may be facing the same battles that she fought to overcome. LaToya is a conquerer and continues her mission with the 2020 creation of LR Wilson Consulting LLC. Through empowerment coaching, books, products, events and public speaking she is helping other women to position themselves for greatness. She now resides in Minnesota with her youngest son. She is filled with the outpouring of love from all of her children, community and her lovely granddaughter, Aubrii.