Tag Archives: Ohio

Author Wayne Pounds is Today’s Honoree

About the Author: Wayne Ethan Pounds is an author, screen writer and technical literature writer. He currently resides in Atlanta, GA, but was born and raised in the great state of OH-IO. Wayne married his wife Hermine at the tender age of 19. At the … Continue reading

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Mental Health Advocate and Author Achea Redd is Today’s Honoree

In early 2016, Achea Redd was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. After hiding her condition out of fear and shame, Achea quickly realized it was only getting worse, affecting her physically to the point of a nervous breakdown. It wasn’t … Continue reading

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Black Couple Getaways Founder Jerome Davis is Today’s Honoree

About JD: Jerome “JayDee” Davis – is originally from Springfield, Ohio and attended the University of Cincinnati. He’s one of the original founders of JazzNet (Jazz and Networking), First Fridays (Nashville), First Fridays United, The Urban Professionals Ski Getaway, Black … Continue reading

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Plus Size Model Melinda Parrish is Today’s Honoree

Melinda Parrish began modeling at the age of 16 in Columbus, OH.  After deciding to take a break from modeling to pursue a college education, she attended the United States Naval Academy and graduated in 2007, and was commissioned as … Continue reading

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Judge Grady L. Pettigrew, Jr. is Today’s Honoree for Friday February 5th, 2016

Judge Grady L. Pettigrew, Jr, is the Chairman of the African American Male Wellness Walk in Columbus, Ohio and he tirelessly serves his community.Under his leadership, this Columbus Ohio event now offers free health screenings, monthly health education programs, wellness … Continue reading

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Rev. Yvonne B. Carter the Executive Minister of the Cleveland Baptist Association is Today’s Honoree

Rev. Carter has been an active member of a CBA church since 1989, serving in many capacities over the years. In    addition to local church service, she has served as a member of the CBA Board of Trustees; Chairperson of … Continue reading

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University of Cincinnati Assistant Dean of Recruitment and Retention Initiatives Carol Tonge Mack is Today’s Honoree

Carol Tonge Mack is a bold leader and visionary in her non-traditional methods to help retain and graduate students. Carol believes she’s the Quarterback on her team; when given the opportunity, she will score. She is the  Assistant Dean of … Continue reading

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Kent State University Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Dr. Alfreda Brown is Today’s Honoree

As vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion, Dr. Alfreda Brown is responsible for the executive leadership and management of the university’s diversity and inclusion programs. Those programs include the Office of Diversity,  Student Multi-Cultural Center, Women’s Resource Center, LGBTQ Center, the Office of SRVSS and … Continue reading

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Tastee Apple, Inc., Founder Greg Hackenbracht is Today’s Honoree

Greg Hackenbracht is the president, founder, and owner of Tastee Apple, Inc.,. He grew up beside the 4,000 apple and peach trees on his family’s property, Hackenbracht Orchard, in the small, historic Village of Newcomerstown, Ohio where he lived, ate … Continue reading

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National Arthritis Foundation Honoree Mayro Kanning is Today’s Honoree

Mayro Kanning is this year’s National Arthritis Foundation Honoree. She is from Cincinnati, Ohio. and has a robust taste for leading an active, productive life that hasn’t been spoiled by arthritis. A 39-year Kroger Co. employee and Cincinnati resident, Mayro … Continue reading

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