Posts by Jonell Whitt
Lashaun Drew building generational wealth with her 1st franchise
Lashaun Drew was training her 21-year-old son on how to run and manage the family’s first franchise business during a time when most restaurateurs were closing their doors as the…
Read MoreReality TV star Martell Holt revels in running a tight ship as a dad
Martell Holt, one of the stars of OWN’s “Love & Marriage: Huntsville,” is now adjusting to life as a single father. In season one, Holt was introduced with his wife Melody and the family business they created as successful custom home builders. However, after more than a decade of marriage, she filed for divorce. Rolling…
Read MoreTiny Harris and daughter Heiress spread Christmas joy at ‘Tiny’s Wonderland’
Heiress Harris, daughter of Tiny and Clifford “T.I.” Harris, welcomed children and parents from all over Atlanta to the 5th annual ‘Tiny’s Wonderland” holiday event on Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020. Tiny Harris created a festive atmosphere inside Revel in the city’s Buckhead neighborhood. Each family received a raffle ticket as they entered the venue. Between…
Read MoreDennis McKinley adds new cognac brand to his impressive business portfolio
The Original Hot Dog Factory franchise owner and serial entrepreneur, Dennis McKinley, has now added the liquor brand NYAK Cognac to his prominent list of Black-owned businesses. Not only was he able to expand his locations of the Original Hot Dog Factory from seven to 15 during a pandemic, but the marketing mastermind also figured…
Read MoreDonell Jones hosts listening party for new album, ‘100% Free’
Singer, songwriter and producer Donell Jones is one of the best R & B artists of the late ’90s. Jones captured the attention of real music lovers when he released the My Heart album while signed to The…
Read MoreNeNe Leakes and friends join Trinity Girls Network to feed the community
NeNe Leakes gathered her celebrity friends — Ne-Yo and his wife Crystal Smith, Kenny Burns, Nicci Gilbert, Jason and Halani Lobdell, and Jevon Dewand — to partner with the Trinity Girls Network and Chanita Foster, CEO of the nonprofit Beyond The Game. The team initially set up shop in front of The Loft Athletic Club…
Read MoreCeeLo Green, reality TV’s Martell Holt help Nouveau Bar with turkey drive
Nouveau Bar & Grill owner Ebony Austin continues to keep up morale in the city of College Park, Georgia, despite the COVID-19 restriction extensions. In October, Austin distributed groceries to over 150 families in the city in celebration of Nouveau’s one-year anniversary. On Nov. 25, the serial entrepreneur invited singer CeeLo Green and “Love &…
Read MoreNouveau Bar & Grill owner describes techniques to thrive during lockdown
Nouveau Bar & Grill owner Ebony Austin takes pride in celebrating her one-year anniversary in Atlanta on Oct. 24, 2020. Austin shared three techniques she implements in her daily regimen that have allowed her to “weather the storm” on any occasion. The rolling out “AM Wake-Up Call” talk show recently invited Austin to discuss the…
Read MorePinky Cole opens 2nd Slutty Vegan restaurant in metro Atlanta
Amid a global pandemic, restaurateur and philanthropist Pinky Cole is ecstatic to be announcing the grand opening of her second location in Jonesboro, Georgia. The concept of the Slutty Vegan plant-based burger began in 2018, and instantly the restaurant became a national phenomenon and celebrity hot spot.
Read MoreCEO Pinky Cole celebrates grand opening of 2nd Slutty Vegan location
Restauranteur and philanthropist Pinky Cole is the proud owner of Slutty Vegan, a wildly popular plant-based burger joint that recently opened its second location in metro Atlanta. The grand opening kicked off Saturday, July 11, 2020, at the new spot in Jonesboro, Georgia, which is about 20 miles south of downtown Atlanta. During the event, Jonesboro…
Read MoreDr. Hodges and Dr. Ferguson share 3 things about becoming a veterinarian
It’s not every day that a producer from the National Geo Wild channel reaches out to two country doctors of veterinary medicine to star in their own reality television show. Well, this situation happened to Dr. Vernard Hodges and Dr. Terrance Ferguson, the joint owners of Critter Fixer Veterinarian Hospital in Bonaire, Georgia. The stakes…
Read MoreEssence Atkins and Keith Robinson reunite in BET original movie ‘Open’
After 15 years, Keith Robinson and Essence Atkins will reunite as a couple on television since he played her boyfriend on the hit sitcom “Half & Half.” This time, they will appear as a married couple of 10 years exploring having a polygamous relationship in the BET original movie Open. Atkins explained how knowing her…
Read MoreSteve Harvey’s daughter Brandi recalls getting fired on her day off
Brandi Harvey and her sister Karli Harvey decided to double team on a panel to discuss overcoming bumps in the road while navigating through life. The event was in honor of International Women’s Day. The private brunch was held at the prestigious members-only Gathering Spot in Atlanta on Friday, March 5, 2020. Brandi took advantage…
Read MoreOprah’s makeup artist Derrick Rutledge hosts celebration of life party in LA
Derrick Rutledge had more than a birthday party hosted with his longtime bestie actress and comedian Kym Whitley in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020. It was a grand celebration of life. Known as one of the most prolific and sought-after makeup artists, he has painted the faces of some of the most powerful…
Read MoreWhat Dr. Miami wants all surgeons to know about the Brazilian butt lift
Dr. Michael Salzhauer, aka Dr. Miami, is one of the most sought-after plastic surgeons in the nation who has amassed more than 1 million followers on social media since he started showing tidbits of live surgical procedures on Snapchat. As a nationally known expert specializing in the Brazilian butt lift, not only does Salzhauer pride…
Read MoreRazor Chic providing remedies for age-old problem of hair loss
Specialty beauty stylist Razor Chic shared with rolling out her gratitude for being part of the Bronner Brothers hair show, as it gives her the opportunity to meet and greet, hug, love, and connect face-to-face with her social media followers. Over the years she has come to pride herself on being a stylist who pays…
Read MoreYandy Smith, Marlo Hampton offer advice to aspiring entrepreneurs
“Love & Hip Hop: New York” cast member Yandy Smith and reality star Marlo Hampton have more in common than reality television. Both have millions of followers on social media, are successful entrepreneurs and had booths over the weekend at the mid-summer Bronner Bros. International Beauty Show, which was held Aug 18-20, 2019, at the…
Read MoreFilm director Christopher B. Stokes shares views on fatherhood
Christopher B. Stokes is an accomplished entrepreneur who has made a name for himself in the music industry with the discovery of such stars as Brandy, Immature, B2K, Jhene Aiko, Sevyn Streeter, Omarion, Marques Houston and more. He is a Los Angeles native who has been immersed in the music business since the age of…
Read MoreWriter Derrick A. Pickett weighs in on fatherhood
Atlanta based author Derrick A. Pickett is an established writer with 6 published books who’s made his mantra “Bet on You.” Most of Pickett’s books focus on credit restoration and self-focus in the power of belief. After once finding himself in a rough situation, Pickett turned his pain into passion. He started writing and never…
Read MoreWayne Overstreet drops gems about fatherhood
Wayne Overstreet is the owner and CEO of Overstreet Production & Post, an Atlanta-based post-production house specializing in video and audio editing, graphics, 3-D animation and more. With more than 17 years of experience in film, movies and television, Overstreet is no stranger to hard work in the office or at home. He is the…
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