Posts Tagged ‘Innovation’
Chef Jernard Wells transformed business to produce sanitizer during pandemic
Jernard Wells is an executive chef by trade with over 20 years of experience. He owns several restaurants, the most recent being an Asian restaurant, East Wave, in Atlanta. About 10 years ago, he launched a manufacturing company where they created a lot of sauces and seasonings that are available in Whole Foods and across…
Read MoreMarketing exec Ryan Robertson shares how digital media shifted the landscape
Ryan Robertson is a marketing innovator as well as a lover of music and entertainment. He currently serves as the head of multicultural marketing at Diageo, a global leader in the alcohol industry. Robertson has a bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville and an MBA from Xavier University. He has more than…
Read MoreProducer Datari Turner discusses show business and iPhone moviemaking
Day one of rolling out’s 2019 RIDE Conference created much media buzz and was a resounding success as attendees took advantage of first-hand information from executives and industry insiders at Airbnb, eBay, Pandora and more. Award-winning journalist and TV host Roland Martin and national activist Tamika Mallory both issued calls to action to the public…
Read MoreJames M. Bailey on furthering Atlanta’s legacy as the Black mecca
James M. Bailey is a change agent, thought leader, entrepreneur and emerging philanthropist, and among the new generation of trailblazers in Atlanta. He is currently the president and CEO of the Russell Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (RCIE), whose desire is to carry on the legacy of the late Herman J, Russell. He is moved…
Read MoreThe Chevrolet Bolt EV is eco-friendly and affordable
Chevrolet is an award-winning car brand that has been deemed J.D. Power’s most dependable vehicle for the past three years. Over the past couple of years, Chevrolet has been focused on the environment, embarking on a journey to create eco-friendly vehicles. Chevrolet allowed me the opportunity to test drive their 2019 Bolt EV Premier for…
Read MoreCivic innovator Terri-Nichelle Bradley advocates for Blacks with Brown Toy Box
Rolling out is committed to the growth of our community and the celebration of urban America’s contributions to society, especially those of women. Terri-Nichelle Bradley thrives on the advancement of our youth in society. She contributes by being a civic entrepreneur who has aims to solve civic and social challenges within our community. Bradley is…
Read MoreAngela Bassett talks about inclusion at Texas diversity conference
Actress and activist, Angela Bassett was the keynote speaker at the 14th Annual Texas Diversity and Leadership Conference held in Dallas, April 11-13. This year’s theme was “Inclusion: The Source of Innovation.” The conference provided an opportunity for attendees to come together and advance their knowledge of diversity and leadership – in an effort to…
Read MoreTech CEO Bruce Hamilton designs mobile app creator platform ‘Doly’
Los Angeles tech entrepreneur Bruce Hamilton believes in the power of technology. As the founder of media holding company Culturify, he launched the mobile app platform Doly. Doly provides aspiring entrepreneurs and creatives the opportunity to create their own mobile app at an affordable price. Hamilton is concerned more about the outcome, rather than the…
Read MoreAre you using technology and innovation for the betterment of our society?
Technology continues to aid human communication, recording our lives with each other and adding meaning. Most of us use technology to record who we are, how we perceive ourselves and where our interests are. Unfortunately, these images can then be used as sales tactics to further our consumption. In this way, while technology can be…
Read MoreCelebrity designer Nikki Chu continues to create smart home solutions, part 3
In part three of our Innovation Factor video series, celebrity designer Nikki Chu continues her work with the Rogers family, discussing smart tech solutions to transform their home. This series was sponsored by The Home Depot.
Read MoreTop 5 reasons the RIDE Conference was amazing
The Rolling Out Innovation Digital Entertainment (RIDE) Conference was held at the Loudermilk Conference Center in downtown Atlanta and it was a huge success. Upon entering the venue, participants were greeted at the door and once inside you could feel the electricity in the room. This was rolling out‘s inaugural conference and nothing was left…
Read MoreMcDonald’s COO and President, Don Thompson, Talks Innovation
Don Thompson, McDonald’s COO and president, told of the rewards that the Mcdonald’s Corporation has reaped thanks to the combined integration of innovation, technology, and diversity, during his keynote address at the Chicago Urban League’s annual summit and luncheon held at the Hyatt Regency Chicago on May 3. This year’s summit theme, Empowerment Through Innovation:…
Read More