Born and raised in North Philadelphia, Mya K. Douglas, professionally known as Mya Kay, is an Amazon bestselling author, speaker and literary consultant. She was a semi-finalist for America’s Next Great Author, a reality show dedicated to giving writers a seat at the table.
Mya has written and co-written several Christian/contemporary romance novels, including, The Storms of Love series, Love to the B Power, Love to the Baby Power, Fumbled Your Heart and A Star-Studded Love. Her devotional, The God Girl’s Guide to College Life, was #1 in new releases on Amazon during the week of its release. Girls Anthem is a full-service literary consulting firm that equips women with the tools they need to write their stories and build successful writing careers. Mya is also the creator and co-host of “The Writing Bar Podcast”, with Nailah Harvey, a new writing podcast that features tips and tools for writers who are looking for ways to monetize their writing and build a following without compromising their faith. You can learn more about her work at http://www.writermya.com
Emma Raye is a 22 year old vocalists singer, from Tienen, Belgium. At an early age it was noticed that Emma had a gift when it came to singing. At the age of 11 years old Emma started taking singing lessons. Even though there has been challenges along the way Emma kept pushing forward. Emma decided the push her music in an unlimited manner by networking and marketing across the globe because she believes her music is very relatable to many people regardless of their demographic area.
Emma Raye’s first single “Another Shot” has gained momentum by the awesome lyricism and musical sound of the song. Emma Raye strives to continue to release as many songs and covers as possible. Emma wants to encourage those of her peers to push forward no matter what the challenges may be. Emma makes it a point to write and practice as much as possible because she believes consistency is a major key to success.
Emma is thankful to those who are supporting her along the way. Emma is humbled to be able to be supported by those who have played her music, those who downloaded her music, those who ho are mentoring her, and she is also grateful to those who have highlighted her along the way. Emma Raye is a prime example of a young lady who is willing to go the extra mile to perfect her craft.
Kris Halsey is the owner of Rivalry Graphics, LLC started in 2017. Rivalry Graphics focuses on brand identity assistance which includes logo designs, flyers, and t-shirt designs just to name a few.
One of the major visions for Rivalry Graphics, LLC is to be one of the most well known, and profitable Graphic design firms. Kris emphasizes “design firm” meaning a team of designers who collectively work together to complete design projects for other companies. Kris desires to have the chance to build a Graphic design firm that puts people of color in a position to do more than just freelance design on social media, but assist in positioning those who are in this field to be able to expand on a much larger scale.
Kris feels that by building a black owned design firm, this will open the door to hire or partner with other black designers to change the landscape of the industry. Kris believes it’s important to show that people of color want to be recognized not only for their athleticism or ability to “spit a couple bars”; but also as doctors, lawyers, photographers, etc. So to build a firm by people of color for people of color to show off their designs skills is what Kris would like to do most. Not only to impact the industry but his culture as well.
Kris’ dream project is to work with a well known company like Nike, Jordan, or any well known fortune 500 company. To create Graphics for them would be a dream come true.
Kris states”The main advice I have for others is, never allow anyone to prevent you from chasing your dreams. Especially, when it comes to things related to the arts. Be it music, fashion, graphics whatever. You can’t let anyone take away your passion. Most importantly you are your own worst enemy. You can’t allow your doubts, insecurities, nerves, or fears stop you. Sometimes, you have to take a leap of faith and hope you land on solid ground. Sometimes you won’t. Sometimes failure is inevitable. But it’s up to you to keep pushing, keep getting back up and keep your focus on your dream. Nothing beats a failure but a try and no one has ever been successful without first failing. The last piece of advice I would offer is keep people in your circle that support and believe in your dream. Like really believe in it. Not just cause they know if they stick around you might hook them up, but because they believe in you and truly want what’s best for you. Surrounding yourself with people who will believe and support you just as much as you believe and support them is imperative to lasting success. You can’t always make it on your own. Sometimes you just need someone to say they have faith in you. Sometimes when you are ready to give up having (that one person is there) to keep you from calling it quits is all it takes!”
Shana Bell is a very intelligent business woman who is certified and qualified to help us all get to a superior level with our wealth and finances. Shana believes the importance of also exemplifying education, by making the timely sacrifice after high school. Shana graduated from Rust College in 2002, Strayer University in 2009, and Union University in 2009. After being an educator for two decades Shana felt an urgency to educate families financially and so she obtained her certified professional life coach license.
Shana wants to create an awareness, a crusade against generational poverty that can be solved by implementing the proper steps to ensure that families have the protection in place that guarantees poverty elimination. Shana’s background in education compels her to teach others what she didn’t know as an educated professional and what is not taught in schools. Shana wants to share the secrets of financial success that has been left out of conversations in many households for generations, due to lack of knowledge. Shana wants to bring to the forefront what has been keeping many families in poverty and why the cycle continues.
Shana wants to “EMPOWER” others to learn about the Importance of Paycheck Protection to spread the benefits it has among communities. Shana wants to “EMPOWER” others to start businesses in this industry because the services are needed and the educational cost is very low, with high impact, as well as compensation.
Shana’s Dream Project is to Gain Financial Freedom and Take Others along with her! SHE WANTS TO BE THE FACE OF WHAT FINANCIAL FREEDOM LOOKS LIKE!! Shana wants people to see her and know that it is Possible and it CAN happen through hard work, perseverance, and by turning your backs against the “noise.”
“Don’t expect other people to understand your dreams”, says Shana. “Your Dreams are Uniquely Yours. Don’t make decisions about your life based on the opinions of others.” Always ask: [“What’s your plan for Me?”]
“If you don’t want their life, don’t take their advice.”
“Also, always protect your Peace. Excuse yourself from negativity and drama. Your happiness is within. Never give that job to anyone else. YOU ARE IN CHARGE OF YOU!!! NOW GO BE GREAT!!”
Born in 1986 to Ronald Stewart Sr. and Sandra Goston, RJ Stewart spent his earliest years in the urban community of Amityville, NY.
Shortly after birth he found himself living in a single parent home occasionally visited by his alcoholic and abusive father. His mother, Sandra would commonly have to relocate RJ and his younger siblings to a handful of states on the east coast in order to escape their abusive father. They rotated through New York, North Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland until they finally settled in Newport News, VA when RJ turned 15.
By this time, RJ had already developed a strong sense of hard work and independence from having to look after his younger brothers and sisters while his mother worked two jobs to take care of the family. At the age of 16 he was kicked out of the house and made the decision to attend The Charleston Job Corps Center in West Virginia. There he earned his GED and allied business certification. He departed Job Corps at the age of 17 and spent the next year homeless. At 18 he enlisted into the US Army as an Infantryman and served 10 years which included 3 combat tours to Iraq. He participated in the Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn Campaigns. He also married at the age of 19 during his enlistment. 3 years later his first daughter, Amira Stewart was born.
In 2011, RJ Stewart and his wife were divorced and he was honorably discharged from the Army. At this time he had began to suffer from depression, anxiety and PTSD, alcohol consumption had peaked and once again he found himself homeless. In 2012 he was hospitalized for an intentional opioid overdose. This would be the first of three suicidal attempts by Mr. Stewart.
In 2014, RJ ventured out and opened his first business, Grey Rose Solutions. It was a small sole proprietor that specialized in web design. Though the venture failed horribly, it was enough to fascinate him with the idea of entrepreneurship. Soon he began to study the art and lifestyle of entrepreneurship while opening several other business and helping other business owners become successful in their business endeavors.
“I believe that my success comes from the adverse experiences in my life. They put me into situations that caused me to break constantly so I had to learn how to repair myself while building the new me. I learned to use this ability when it comes to running a business. I’m able to analyze broken systems in my business and repair them while building new systems and I never have to halt day to day operation to do so.” ~ RJ Stewart Inspire
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