Avery Cheatham-Banks: Caring for Self
Avery Cheatham-Banks stops to smell the flowers. Photo by Clara Rose Photography. “Embrace your transition and growth.” Avery Cheatham-Banks is an emerging influencer and…
Sean Powell’s Commitment to His Community
Sean Powell. Photo by Will Roye. “We have to work together in these tough times.” Sean Powell knew that he wanted to help others…
Theodora Lee’s Fruitful Tillage
Photos courtesy of Theopolis Vineyards “Don’t reinvent the wheel.” Theodora Lee is a partner and trial lawyer at Littler in San Francisco, and the…
Kwame Onwuachi’s Ascension to Excellence
Photos by Scott Suchman “Grit and hard work pay off.” Long before the James Beard Foundation named Kwame Onwuachi “Rising Star Chef of the…
Dr. Tiffany Jana: Diversity Innovator
Photos by Rashad Hawkins “There is power in diversity.” Dr. Tiffany Jana is the person companies call upon to teach diversity to their current…
Glynis Albright: Cooking With a Nod to Healthy Eating
Glynis Albright, creator of Glynis’ Kitchen. Photo by Rachel Laukat Green. “Create a pathway for people to eat and live healthily.” Glynis Albright was…
Sophia Maroon’s Dress It Up Dressing Promotes Healthy Eating
Sophia Maroon, founder and CEO of Dress It Up Dressing. Photo by Victoria Milko. “Eating healthy doesn’t have to be difficult.” Sophia Maroon has…
Rebekah Pierce’s Love for All Things Sweet
Photos by Latika Lee “Believe your gift will be a success.” Rebekah Pierce is a playwright, author, teacher, entrepreneur, proud Air Force veteran, and…
Kitt Shapiro Carries on Eartha Kitt’s Legacy
Photo by Debra Somerville Photography “Celebrate the legacy of those who loved you.” After her mother lost her battle to colon cancer in 2008,…
Chef J. Ponder: Culinary Hero
Photos courtesy of Chef J. Ponder “Use your knowledge and expertise to help those who need it the most.” When he was coming up,…