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From Homelessness to Emmys, Emmai Alaquiva Turns Struggle into Storytelling for Change

Emmai Alaquiva’s story defies every odd. Once homeless, now a four-time Emmy winner, he has turned struggle into stunning artistry. His camera doesn’t just capture images; it exposes truths, challenges injustice, and gives voice to the unseen.   From collaborating with icons like Viola Davis and Jay-Z to directing powerful documentaries on Black maternal health,…

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Jazz great Nnenna Freelon explores grief and healing in new book “Beneath the Skin of Sorrow”

Jazz legend Nnenna Freelon discusses her book, “Beneath the Skin of Sorrow,” in which she employs a musical structure to process grief following the passing of her sister and husband, architect Phil Freelon. Your new book is described as part love story, part homage to jazz, and part guide to creative practice of bereavement. How…

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Devin Wilmott-Johnson Talks Sisterhood in Entrepreneurship, Mentoring, and Girls Trip Society

In a world where women are balancing careers, families, and personal growth, Devin Wilmott Johnson is carving out intentional spaces for them to connect, exhale, and thrive. As the founder of Girls Trip Society and CEO of DWJ & Co., Johnson blends branding expertise with a passion for event production to create experiences that go…

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Dee Michelle: The Undisputed Queen of K-Tips

When it comes to revolutionizing the hair industry, few names shine as brightly as Deonna “Dee Michelle,”  the celebrated seven-figure entrepreneur and Celebrity hairstylist who has rightfully earned the title “Queen of K-Tips.” With a client list filled with celebrities, influencers, and beauty enthusiasts across the nation, Dee Michelle has transformed a once-niche hairstyling technique…

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Entertainment Veteran Tanisha Jones on Building Careers That Last

Tanisha Jones, a Harlem-born entertainment veteran, has spent 30 years shaping careers with her sharp eye and no-nonsense approach. Her journey reveals what it takes to thrive in today’s industry. You’ve built a three-decade career working across television production, talent booking, and brand partnerships. What first drew you into the entertainment industry? Oh boy, I’ve…

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