Savoring summer’s breeze, I sat in my grandmother’s backyard as a three-year old reading the Sunday newspaper to a visiting friend. She was appalled at my drive to learn every word that met my eyes, as she believed it to be rare for children to have discovered the value of education at such a young age. Being raised in a rural community where opportunities were rather limited, my chance at a promising future was left in the hands of one person – my grandmother. She was committed to ensuring that both my twin and I received the tools we needed to be more than what we were to see. Likewise, I envision the same dream for children within and beyond the U.S., young ones who are pushed to figure out how to break generational curses and create a life worth living. I see myself in them.
Throughout my childhood I endured a burning desire for a better quality of life; those passions have led me to where I am today. Through my struggles related to verbal and emotional abuse, I’ve learned the ineffable power of words and how assessing aesthetics can force one to conceptualize and attain a better life. Just as my grandmother served as a vessel of change for me, I am, in turn, committed to initiating change for others, particularly by using media to engage problems of today’s world.
I am a cultural architect committed to driving culture and change simultaneously through the power of media. My job is to tell authentic stories in ways that hit home for several groups of people, empowering them to better their lifestyles. I vow to stand up for true culture, because I believe there is a message of importance in the details. There is also a great responsibility involved in how one tells our stories and how those stories square with the truth.
As a young professional who has had the opportunity to work with teams from all over the globe, I’ve learned the value of true culture and its connection to big brands in media. Through career experiences, I’ve been forced to trust my intellect and allow my passions to guide me toward my purpose. I recognize the need to be that three-year old again, looking forward to creating and living my unlived life.
Here I am. At the age of 25, I’m thriving, creating opportunities that align with my mission and putting in the work that will undoubtedly build a movement of change. Here I am. I’ve continuously stepped out on faith, working hard on the scene while God works His magic behind the scenes. Here I am. I’m becoming a better version of my three-year old self, preparing to drive culture and change the world. Here I am - crazy enough to believe I will change the world.
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