When we think of Broccoli City, we automatically default to the festival stage and who will be the artist providing us with an arm-pumping, head-nodding, body-shaking experience. Now in its sixth year, Broccoli City Festival is one of the most
Kijafa Vick is much more than a “baller’s wife.” The wife of former NFL quarterback Michael Vick, Kijafa is using her professional skills and entrepreneurial mindset to create opportunities. Quietly, she is proving herself as a show producer. Her first
The SpiceSuite is the culminating vision of owner Angel Anderson’s love of good food and people. The SpiceSuite is an interactive spice bar that features house-made infused cooking oils and spice blends. Guests can also create their own custom spices at
Philadelphia’s own William Warren Jr of Mt. Airy has quietly become a major influencer in local sports and fashion scenes. A 2007 graduate of Morehouse College, Warren is executing his marketing genius at Philadelphia nostalgic sports brand Mitchell and Ness. Under his
The MusicianShip’s mission is to change lives by facilitating music lessons, experiences, and opportunities for people who need it most. The Musicianship reaches students throughout the Washington D.C. area through its after school and summer programs, and the Washington Youth Choir.
Confused people do not buy. Most marketing, while intended to explain, simply confuses. We create messages that make our products sound more feature-rich and important. We add options, levels and configurations in an effort to expand choice. We extend the
On March 14, 2017, National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial congratulated Raphael Bostic for being selected as the President of the Atlanta Federal Reserve, making him the first African-American and person of color to assume this important
Kevin Carr is an accomplished author, speaker and television/social media personality. With over a decade of experience, his perspective on dating offers a practical road map to help navigate being single while learning to create the relationship you desire. Whether
Photographer, world traveler, and artist Ricky Codio continues taking photography to the next level through visual artistry and bringing still images to life. The traveling photographer has worked on numerous high profile projects and with many of the biggest names across
Jon Johnson is a seasoned, social entrepreneur and innovative educator. Through his businesses and award-winning nonprofits, Johnson strives to help his peers by creating job opportunities. Through his business iEducate, Johnson has successfully implemented the peer learning focused tutorial service
Former NFL running back Evan Royster understands and acknowledges just how fast an NFL career can blow by an athlete. Following a stellar collegiate career are Penn State University, Royster was drafted in the sixth round of the 2011 NFL
After a short stint as a professional basketball player, Marcus Malone shut down his athletic career and tapped into his more creative, entrepreneurial side by opening a barbershop/beauty salon in 2011. After establishing that business, Marcus quickly got into fashion
Ricki Brazil is setting trends while staying ahead of the fast-paced pulse of fashion. Brazil’s clothing line, Ricki Brazil by Ricki Brazil offers one-of-a-kind styles that have been seen on celebrities such as Khloe Kardashian, Christina Milian, Karrueche Tran, Tamar Braxton, Eva
Los Angeles-based Adriyan Rae has made a mark carving out her path to becoming a household name. She is the epitome of a triple-threat: singer, actress and model. Hailing from humbling beginnings, Rae was born in the small city of
Meet the new “king of pop,” Salim Weldon the co-owner of Whimsicle Gourmet Fruit Pops. The old-fashioned approach to making, selling, and distributing popsicles is a thing of the past. Whimsicle, a gourmet fruit pop business dedicated to selling refreshing, unique,
The founder and creator of FROS & BEAUS, Joiya Cloud, is a proud naturlista of 17 years. The 35-year-old is a Spelman and Georgetown Hoya graduate who is recognized as a top naturalista in the online natural hair community. The popular
Relentless hard work, artistry, purpose, and a daily love affair for her work has led costume designer Janelle Carothers to produce du jour moments for major clients. Movie director John Singleton was recently quoted saying, “the looks that Janelle creates will change women’s
It’s that time of the year for the usual new year new you, getting to this money, and cutting people off resolutions. We enter into the year with the best of intentions, but old habits die hard and too often
The end of the year marks the start of a new one. This is a perfect time to reflect on what worked for you in 2016 and what you want to do differently in 2017. We make big plans for
Goal planning and visioning is essential to your success in 2017. Every year businesses small and large strategically plan for the upcoming year to meet and exceed their goals. Just like a business, it is important that you game-plan to
