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When two great minds come together, the results will be even greater. This is the case for Antonio Tolson and Dr. Tonya Arnold.  The pair has teamed up to raise awareness about autism and educate others about what the condition is all about, and how it affects families.          Antonio is a native of Washington, DC.  He moved to Charlotte, NC, in 2013, and would eventually marry the love of his l...

Without question, Dr. Regina Beard, RN, loves people.     As life has dealt her a few daunting obstacles, she hasn't wallowed in them, but instead has made it her mission to be a clarion example of what resilience and determination can achieve. Born in the midwestern community of Gary, IN, Dr. Beard professes that she was a failing student in high school. Yet, she persevered and would become a fir...

     Jacquin Long is the owner of Long Lasting Life LLC.  Her company is a dual mobile service that provides Targeted Cryotherapy Services and CPR & First Aid Training courses.  Her mobile one-stop wellness business combines lifesaving skills and recovery options that assist in improving survival rates, reducing healthcare and drug costs, and enhancing quality of life for her clients and her commu...

Jill Carlton of Greensboro, NC, isn't bashful about expressing her love for people and the black culture.  Originally from the foothills of North Carolina, Jill is the youngest of six siblings.  She is an alumnus of two Historically Black Colleges and Universities, North Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro and Livingstone College, which is located in Salisbury, NC.  At Livingstone College,...

"Proven" While many accomplished individuals have accredited their success to that of pulling up their own bootstraps, that is not the case for Chimeaka White. Looking from the outside, it may appear that her ascension to becoming a prominent attorney came about from her following the traditional path that most lawyers do. Yet, that is far from Chimeaka's reality. Her story expresses her faith in...

Triad Cyber Solutions provides professional cybersecurity services and consulting to small and medium business, education, enterprise, and non-profit organizations.  We offer top-rated protection with our managed security services. We audit your existing cyber security infrastructure to close any security gaps that may put your organization at risk for a cyber attack.  In today's business environm...

He has been called a dog whisperer.      The familiar adage, dogs are a man's best friend, rings true for over half a million households across the United States. According to the Forbes Advisor, 66% of Americans own pets, totaling nearly 89.6 million homes. Of that 89.6 million, 65.1 million are dog owners. (Information based on Pet Ownership Statistics 2024)     The numbers mentioned are based o...

   When it comes to maintaining beautiful and healthy skin, Jarie Chantell Ayala-Bullock knows something about it. The Orlando, FL, resident is an Esthetician licensed in Virginia, Maryland, and Florida.     Jarie enjoys a balanced and well-rounded lifestyle. She is married with four kids, having one son of her own and two bonus daughters and one bonus son. Besides being a savvy businesswoman, she...

  The history of candles dates back many years, even centuries.  According to The National Candle Association, one of the earliest uses of candles can be traced to the Ancient Egyptians in 3,000 B.C. as a way to provide light.  Candles have also been central to worship and religious ceremonies thousands of years ago.   Did you know that in the 1800s, candles were used by miners as a way to keep tr...

Americans are among the most morbidly obese globally. Still, we spend more than any country per capita on weight loss gimmicks. Melody McClellan is a wife, mother, and former pharmaceutical sales rep, and eleven years ago, she would have never imagined herself helping others in physical health and wellness. Today, she can't imagine doing anything else. As her clients call her, Coach Melody is an o...

     Without question, Jensine Reeder is a lover of all people. The Greenville, SC, resident has a reputation for giving and pouring into others. She has intentionally made limitless connections across the beauty, technology, and nonprofit sectors and provided hope and opportunities while doing so.        Jensine's story reflects the life of someone who has refused to be denied or misled. She shar...

     Angel Johnson is sort of a world traveler. Her feet have touched down in many places, such as Kuwait, Qatar, and Afghanistan. However, she is still a true Southern girl.          Originally from Charleston, SC, she attended the Citadel Military College there and is one of the first one hundred black women to graduate from there in its 150 year history. Her next move, she was commissioned into...

     Bridgette Williams is an entrepreneur who allows divine inspiration to guide her, and it hasn't steered her wrong yet. Currently, she owns two thriving businesses. Bridgette's latest product of divine intervention is Demhaj Poetry Lounge, located in High Point, NC.       The name Demhaj is significant for many reasons. "When I first conceived the idea of the coffee shop, I remember thinking a...

On this episode, we are featuring Dionne M. King with DMK Consults, based in Kansas City, MO.  She will be one of the speakers at the Huami Magazine Community Celebration 2023 - Black Business Expo.  This event will take place on June 9th, 2023 at the International Civil Rights Center & Museum in downtown Greensboro, NC. For more information, please call 336-340-7844 or visit our website at www.hu...

On this episode, we are featuring Seretta Boson, owner of Sarge's Famous Pickles based in Little Rock, AR.  She will be one of the vendors at the Huami Magazine Community Celebration 2023 - Community Day.  This event will take place on June 10th, 2023 at Aggie Park in Greensboro, NC (Next to the Hayes Taylor YMCA) For more information, please call 336-340-7844 or visit our website at www.huamimaga...

On this episode, we are featuring Trudi B. Parson, of Greensboro, NC.  She will be one of the speakers at the Huami Magazine Community Celebration 2023 - Black Business Expo.  This event will take place on June 9th, 2023 at the International Civil Rights Center & Museum in downtown Greensboro, NC. For more information, please call 336-340-7844 or visit our website at www.huamimagazine.com

On this episode, we are featuring Tarolyn Street with Delectable Delights out of Pensacola, FL.  She will be one of the vendors at the Huami Magazine Community Celebration 2023 - Community Day.  This event will take place on June 10th, 2023 at Aggie Park in Greensboro, NC (Next to the Hayes Taylor YMCA) For more information, please call 336-340-7844 or visit our website at www.huamimagazine.com

On this episode, we are featuring Iris Leslie Valentine with the L and M Valentine Foundation Inc.  She will be one of the vendors at the Huami Magazine Community Celebration 2023 - Community Day.  This event will take place on June 10th, 2023 at Aggie Park in Greensboro, NC (Next to the Hayes Taylor YMCA) For more information, please call 336-340-7844 or visit our website at www.huamimagazine.com

On this episode, we are featuring Christopher Jackson with Smart Technology Corporation.  He will be one of the vendors at the Huami Magazine Community Celebration 2023 - Black Business Expo.  This event will occur on June 9th, 2023, at the International Civil Rights Center & Museum in downtown Greensboro, NC. For more information, please call 336-340-7844 or visit our website at www.huamimagazine...

On this episode, we are featuring Iris Lashawn with Beauty Buttah Skincare Products.  She will be one of the vendors at the Huami Magazine Community Celebration 2023 - Community Day.  This event will take place on June 10th, 2023 at Aggie Park in Greensboro, NC (Next to the Hayes Taylor YMCA) For more information, please call 336-340-7844 or visit our website at www.huamimagazine.com

The natural hair revolution has begun, and Black women are fully embracing it. It's common to see black women wearing their natural hair in all its curly, coarse, silky, and robust glory. Companies that cater to the naturalist with products that promise to promote healthy growth and beautiful locs and tresses are also becoming more and more commonplace. So many products claim to be good for natura...

Before the 2020-21 pandemic, the stigmas around mental health were alive and well. As the world was becoming increasingly aware of the realities of mental health, it was still easier to put those who suffered into neat categories that could be explained away. As the global community adjusts to life post-pandemic, we find that the truth about mental health issues is that anyone can suffer from them...

According to Merriam-Webster's online dictionary, one definition of fashion is to give shape or form to make, construct, or create (something), usually with careful attention or by using imagination and ingenuity. In so many words, this clearly defines who Stephanie Hobbs is.   The talented fashion designer developed a passion for fashion as a young girl. Stephanie was born and raised in the small...

Joseph Wallace is the founder and CEO of YMA (Young Millionaires Association) Wealth Management Group in Spartanburg, South Carolina. If you are looking for business solutions, Joseph and his team are your "problem solvers." "I solve problems. Think about it for a moment. You want to start a business but don't have a business plan. That's a problem. You need capital for your start-up, and you don'...