Dr. James Smith Jr., a native of West Philadelphia, has built a career inspiring individuals to embrace their authenticity and overcome challenges. Known as the “Presentation Skills Doctor,” he has traveled to over 30 countries, authored three books, and empowered countless professionals through his insights.
Padita Agu was considered one of Nollywood’s ‘It girls’ when the film industry began to bloom in Nigeria. She made a name acting as everyone’s favorite young, innocent damsel but took a break from acting for a few years.
The Rev. Michael Robinson is a man who rose from the depths of addiction to become a beacon of hope in Philadelphia. He has spent decades altering lives in his role at Temple University as the Director of Community Outreach and Hiring and on the pulpit of Greater Enon Missionary Baptist Church in North Philly.
Tanya T. Morris, a visionary entrepreneur and community leader, is making significant strides in Philadelphia’s entrepreneurial terrain. As the founder and president of Mom Your Business (MYB), she is dedicated to empowering Black and Brown women by providing them with the resources, mentorship, and capital they need to succeed.
The Moelis Scholars Event at the University of Pennsylvania’s Weitzman School of Design recently celebrated Dr. Kenneth Scott, President of the Beech Companies. In conversation with Dr. Wendell Pritchett, former Interim President of Penn, and James A. Rapp, Professor of Law and Education, Dr. Scott shared his extensive experiences and perspectives on equitable community development, drawing on more than two decades at the helm of Beech Companies.
At its most potent, photography becomes more than a captured image—it transforms into a language of resistance, storytelling, and identity. This medium became a revolutionary tool for Roy DeCarava and Moneta Sleet Jr..
Kollie Gbassie, a Liberian entrepreneur in Philadelphia, brings style, vibrancy, and business expertise to the Philadelphian community with his well-seasoned dishes. Throughout his extensive entrepreneurial journey, he has carefully curated a recipe of resilience, which he shares with FunTimes Magazine.
From his formative years in South Central Los Angeles to his academic achievements and leadership roles, Lassiter’s journey has shaped him into a voice of reason in a polarized world.
Africa is home to the world’s most inspiring leaders, activists, scholars, and artists who continue to impact the global stage. These individuals shape conversations, policies, and movements across human rights, politics, academia, social entrepreneurship, and entertainment. Here, we explore five African trailblazers whose influence in 2024 reaches far beyond their countries’ borders.
Education has always remained a catalyst for growth and development for any nation or people. Whether it be to achieve upward social mobility, break the cycle of poverty, secure quality jobs that impact the standard of living, and generally improve the quality of life.
