Posts by Joi Pearson
Disney Dreamers Academy award ceremony
The Disney Dreamers Academy 2015 award ceremony was hosted by Tracey Powell and more.
Read MoreWill Packer talks about the importance of working with Disney Dreamers Academy
Movie producer Will Packer talks one-on-one with rolling out about his involvement with Disney Dreamers Academy.
Read MoreMichelle Ebanks tells Disney Dreamers to find their ‘why’
Michelle Ebanks talks to Disney Dreamers on commencement day and urges them to find their “why.”
Read MoreDisney Dreamers Academy: Commencement day
Commencement day for the graduates of Disney Dreamers Academy was full of laughter, tears of joy and excitement as 100 Dreamers were armed with knowledge that to take back to their communities. Steve Harvey, Essence magazine’s Michelle Ebanks and a host of special guests gave the students an experience they will never forget. The Dreamers…
Read MoreMichael Strahan talks openly to Disney Dreamers about his childhood
Michael Strahan talks openly to Disney Dreamers on commencement day about his childhood.
Read MoreMichael Strahan and Michelle Ebanks offer advice at Disney Dreamers Academy
Disney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence magazine wrapped Sunday in Orlando, Florida. Ex NFL player, Michael Strahan, spoke openly to the Dreamers about his older brothers who made fun of him by calling him Bob. He eventually found out that they were making fun of him, booty on back but at 13 it…
Read MoreRickey Anderson gives entertainment law advice to Disney Dreamers
Attorney Rickey Anderson spoke openly to his law Dreamers about entertainment law. Video by Joi Pearson Photography
Read MoreYolanda Adams sings at Disney Dreamers Academy commencement day
Gospel singer and radio host Yolanda Adams sang “I Believe I Can Fly” at Disney Dreamers Academy 2015 commencement day in Orlando, Florida. The students and the parents were touched by the choice of songs and more importantly by the singer. Adams gave everyone chills as her voice reverberated throughout the building. The lyrics spoke volumes to the…
Read MoreLamman Rucker motivates Disney Dreamers
Lamman Rucker spoke one-on-one with ‘rolling out’ and shared with Disney Dreamers that “to whom much is given, much is required;” Check out more in the video. Video by Joi Pearson Photography
Read MoreTerrence J talks about the company you keep at Disney Dreamers
Terrence J spoke openly at Disney Dreamers Academy about surrounding yourself with friends that will propel you forward. Video by Joi Pearson Photography
Read MoreJonathan Sprinkles gives Disney Dreamers his ‘Hi 5’ tips
Jonathan Sprinkles, the Connection Coach, gave Dreamers advice on how to connect with people. Check out his “Hi 5” tips in the video. Video by Joi Pearson Photography
Read MoreSonia Jackson Myles talks entrepreneurship at Disney Dreamers Academy
Sonia Jackson Myles conducted the entrepreneurship deep dive class at Disney Dreamers Academy. Video by Joi Pearson Photography
Read MoreYolanda Adams sings ‘Saving Your Best’ at Disney Dreamers
Princeton Parker recites the Dreamers pledge as Yolanda Adams sings ‘Saving Your Best’ at Disney Dreamers Academy 2015. Video by Joi Pearson Photography
Read MoreChef Jeff shares passionate testimony at Disney Dreamers Academy
Chef Jeff spoke openly at Disney Dreamers Academy to the 100 Dreamers and encouraged them to find out what they are good at and be great at that endeavor. Video by Joi Pearson Photography
Read MoreYolanda Adams says Disney Dreamers Academy helps kids find their voice
Yolanda Adams spoke with the media at the Disney Dreamers Academy press conference in Orlando, Florida. Video by Joi Pearson Photography
Read MoreDisney Dreamers Academy Career Open Mouse
Disney Dreamers Academy prides itself on helping students bring their dreams to fruition. In a classroom setting, the students are split into groups and teamed up with other individuals who want to pursue the same career. Walking throughout the Career Mouse, Wynton Harvey, Jonathan Sprinkles, Princeton Parker, Tracey Powell and more stopped to listen and give advice…
Read MoreWill Packer and Lamman Rucker talk Hollywood at Disney Dreamers Academy
Will Packer and Lamman Rucker took part in a panel discussion at Disney’s Dreamers Academy hosted by Rocsi Diaz. Video by Joi Pearson Photography
Read MoreTerrence J, Lamman Rucker, Will Packer empower teens at Disney Dreamers Academy, day 3
Disney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence magazine in Orlando, Florida, kicked off day three with Brandi and Karli Harvey going over pointers and tips on image awareness. Dr. Alex Ellis met with the Disney Dreamer men and conducted a grooming class titled “Tied to Greatness” in which he helped the young men with tying…
Read MoreCoCo Jones performs at Disney Dreamers Academy
Disney Channel star CoCo Jones performed “Let It Shine” at Disney Dreamers Academy. Video by Joi Pearson Photography
Read MoreDisney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and 'Essence' magazine, day 2
The second day of Disney Dreamers Academy was filled with seminars, classes called “Deep Dives” at Disney University, and interactive activities with other Dreamers and celebrities. “The Steve Harvey Morning Show” broadcast live from the ESPN Club at Disney’s Broadwalk Resort. The Dreamers’ parents were in attendance and Harvey spoke to them candidly about not…
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