Conventional schooling likes to slot young people into majors and career tracks that keep the mechanisms of industry and progress moving forward. But is that really how life works? For Bilal Issifou, changing direction while in college was the right path for him — and we’re all going to benefitContinue Reading
DIANE LINSTON Diane Linston, is one of the most influential fashion designers and entrepreneurs in Cleveland Ohio. She is the only African-American female with a clothing manufacturing company. The 1500 sq foot manufacturing company is located at 36th Payne Ave. Her collection, The N.G.U. Design (Never Give Up) is shownContinue Reading
Here are the rules if you want to interview a superhero: You must be flexible with your time; you must have an idea of what you want to ask; the questions cannot be boring. Superheroes are always thinking about the next soul to save and don’t have time for mediocrity.Continue Reading
The journey of life offers a cornucopia of experiences, a spectrum that many times swells our hearts with joy and grace. But some events and times can cast a dark shadow over our spirit. We are in the midst of difficult times now. Reverend Otis Moss, a longtime and reveredContinue Reading
If people on the street were asked what their definition of freedom is, no two answers would match. There would be some common themes in their answers, but for the most part, everyone would have their idea of just what constitutes freedom. As our country struggles with this idea, determiningContinue Reading
As we enter 2024, something feels different. The month of January came in with a vengeance and the year has not let up. Meetings have increased, the time between flights is less and the importance of one’s job has doubled. For Kevin Clayton, taking on the role of saving DEIContinue Reading
“From what we get, we can make a living; what we give, however, makes a life.” – Arthur Ashe “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars, to change the world.” – HarrietContinue Reading
GLEN SHUMATE Glen Shumate serves as the Executive Director of the Contractor Assistance Association and ACE Mentor Cleveland. Shumate leads the education, marketing, diversity & inclusion, workforce, and government/public affairs programs. Shumate has over 25 years of leadership in marketing, communications, diversity & inclusion. Glen’s focus over the past severalContinue Reading
Since the duo began writing and recording music, Louis York, named after a combination of their respective hometowns (Harmony from East St. Louis, Kelly from New York City), has released an EP trilogy entitled “Masterpiece Theater: Act I, Act 11, Act Ill.” The projects earned praise from publications including BillboardContinue Reading
Everyone can feel the new normal of thinking about their expenses. Those who earn in the top one percent might not feel it, but for those who are middle class or lower, trying to stay afloat in this economy is getting harder and harder. To combat inflation and housing costs,Continue Reading
