MADISON MOORE
Madison Moore is a proud resident of Cleveland, Ohio, shaped by a community that has taught her the power of service, resilience, and showing up fully for others. Now a Juris Doctor candidate at Southern University Law Center, she channels those values into her work as a rising legal advocate committed to equity, innovation, and expanding access to justice. At Southern University Law Center, she serves as a Junior Editor for the Journal of Race, Gender, and Poverty and is a Certified Student Attorney in the Technology and Entrepreneurship Clinic through the United States Patent and Trademark Office, where she assists clients on their business matters.
Madison’s professional journey spans athletics, higher education, healthcare, and public service. As an intern with Louisiana State University Athletics, she supports student‑athletes navigating the fast‑changing world of name, image, and likeness (NIL). Her earlier roles include contributing to institutional policy research at Cuyahoga Community College, strengthening ethics and compliance initiatives at The MetroHealth System, and supporting community outreach in the Office of Congresswoman Emilia Sykes.
Madison earned her B.S. in Kinesiology with a minor in Nonprofit Leadership and Social Innovation from the University of Maryland, where she was initiated into Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
DJ McEWEN
DJ McEwen is a graduate of Howard University, where he earned a degree in Finance, and is originally from Columbia, Maryland. Grounded in faith, DJ is a firm believer in Jesus Christ and lives as a man of God, allowing his spiritual foundation to guide his leadership, discipline, and purpose-driven approach to life.
He is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Beta Chapter. Through Alpha Phi Alpha, DJ upholds the fraternity’s longstanding commitment to leadership, scholarship, service, and the betterment of his surrounding communities.
Entrepreneurship sits at the center of DJ’s professional journey. He is the CEO and founder of DJS (Don’t Just Settle), a clothing brand designed to promote elevated standards, confidence, and continuous personal growth. The brand reflects DJ’s belief that success begins with mindset and intentional action.
Beyond fashion, DJ is expanding his business portfolio into real estate through the establishment of an LLC focused on wholesaling, flipping properties, and long-term ownership. This venture aligns with his vision for strategic investment, generational wealth, and sustainable financial impact.
DJ’s mission is to build purpose-driven businesses that inspire others to pursue excellence while creating tangible opportunity. At his core, he is always seeking to become better and to never settle for anything less—a philosophy that directly defines the foundation and mission of the DJS brand
ALEXIS WALTER
Alexis Walter is a community-focused professional and emerging leader with a passion for service, people, and impact. She is a proud graduate of Central State University, the only public HBCU in the state of Ohio, where she developed a strong appreciation for leadership, collaboration, and giving back to her community.
Currently, Alexis works in Human Resources at First Financial Bank, where she supports employees and organizational initiatives with care, professionalism, and a people-first mindset. She is known for her thoughtful approach, strong work ethic, and ability to connect with others in meaningful ways.
Alexis is a Fall 2025 initiate of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and is honored to continue the organization’s legacy of service, sisterhood, and excellence. Her commitment to community engagement aligns closely with the sorority’s mission, and she actively seeks opportunities to uplift, mentor, and support those around her.
Driven, intentional, and deeply rooted in community, Alexis is recognized as an up-and-coming leader who leads with integrity, purpose, and heart
