Marcus Shingles Bets Big on the Metaverse
Photos courtesy of Marcus Shingles “The metaverse is an opportunity to upskill economically stressed individuals into relevant new economy careers.” Marcus Shingles has always…
Tatia L. Williams: The NBA’s Key Player
Photos by Steven Freeman “You have the tools needed to succeed.” Tatia L. Williams remembers the larger-than-life figures who visited her home as a…
Dr. Michael Jones’ Work Is Beyond Himself
Photos courtesy of Dr. Michael Jones “Keep your eyes on the prize, but do it for the right reasons.” Dr. Michael Jones grew up…
Dr. Jade L. Ranger: Thriving Through It All
Photos by Lindsey Lyons Photography “Communicate your emotions through the written word.” Dr. Jade L. Ranger is the co-owner of The Prescription Shoppe, the…
The Treehouse Group: Creating Flexible Thinkers
Shanequa Davis is the founder of the Treehouse Group. The organization has three branches: a consulting group, a publishing house, and a non-profit. Photos…
Ed Welburn: Master of Design
Photos courtesy of Ed Welburn “Look at what’s next and what is different.” Before “graduating from his last corporate gig,” Ed Welburn designed cars…
Charles Richard “C.R.” Patterson
C.R. Patterson’s eldest son, Frederick Patterson, standing beside the chassis of the Patterson-Greenfield automobile. Photo courtesy of Historical Society of Greenfield. Charles Richard “C.R.”…
Chef Steve Glenn Comes Home
Chef Steve Glenn is currently competing on “Hell’s Kitchen: Young Guns” with Gordon Ramsay. Photos courtesy of FOX. “Showcase our talents together.” Chef Steve…
Hill Harper: Investing in Us
Photos courtesy of Hill Harper “Time is the most valuable thing you have.” Hill Harper comes from a rich history of black entrepreneurship. “The…
Michael “Boogie” Pinckney: Creative Empowerment
Photo by Wesley Volcy “We are fighting for more access and opportunities for creatives.” Michael “Boogie” Pinckney was an assistant director on movies like…