Sheila Jones wore many hats in the community of Jasper County, Georgia, before making history as the first African American woman elected to the Jasper County Board of Commissioners in 2021. Jones, whose district is largely made up of the City of Monticello, previously served on the Jasper County School Governance Team in Monticello and...
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Network ‘n’ Chill: Season 2 Kick-Off – A Triumph of Community and Collaboration
Intro: A Gathering of Visionaries In the heart of Montgomery, Alabama, under the expansive southern sky, something extraordinary unfolded—a testament to the power of community, collaboration, and the unwavering commitment to positive change. The Network ‘n’ Chill: Season 2 kick-off was not just an event; it was an experience that celebrated the spirit of unity...
H3O Group closing the income gap in STEM education
A U.S. Air Force veteran, Hozell Odom III understands the importance of serving and giving back to his community for the greater good. With his military career now far behind him, Odom is using the leadership skills, training, and education he acquired throughout his career to offer opportunities to the next generation of leaders in...
Georgia mother creates nonprofit to uplift communities and families
Daverney Freeman stepped into the most important role of her life when she became a mother at the age of 16. “It’s the biggest challenge I have faced in my personal life,” said Freeman, who grew up in the small South Florida community of Fort Pierce. “There’s no way to fully prepare you for parenthood,...
Network ‘n’ Chill: Season Finale Sets the Stage for Collaboration and Human Connection
An Unforgettable Evening of Networking, Entertainment, and Meaningful Partnerships Are you ready to be captivated by the power of collaboration and witness the magic that unfolds when diverse individuals come together for a common cause? Look no further than the Network ‘n’ Chill: Season Finale, an event that celebrated the spirit of humanity, connection, and...
Birmingham father and son inspire youth to lead and serve
After experiencing the loss of two siblings at early ages, Birmingham resident Alexander Boone Jr. imagined all the possibilities they could have explored through giving back in the community. Boone’s sister, Ingrid, passed away when she was just a toddler and his brother, Steven, passed when he was a young adult. “Steven spent most of his...
Army major’s nonprofit empowers others through lifestyle wellness
For U.S. Army major and fitness coach Dewayne Webb, fitness encompasses balancing many dimensions of our lives. Webb, founder of the Christian-based nonprofit All About Fitness (AAF), leads free bootcamp-style workouts nine days a week to inspire others to live physically fit lives, but his participants are receiving more than just a workout. Since 2014, Webb has been encouraging...
Network ‘n’ Chill Alabama Launch Recap
The Network ‘n’ Chill Business Mixer was an evening to remember, with over 200 business professionals and entrepreneurs from across Alabama coming together at the Nest at ASU. The event was presented by GumpTown Magazine and inCity Magazine, and featured guest speaker Shernovius Bennett, who spoke about the power of AI in business. The evening...
Atlanta’s finest take part in Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic
The 2022 5th Annual Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic commenced on October 7-9 with Atlanta’s finest, including notable attendees Sheree Whitfield (RHOA), Martell Holt ( Love & Marriage Huntsville), Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson (HGTV’s Married to Real Estate), Frank Ski (KISS 104.1), Guy Lambert (FOX 5 DC) Tony Terry, Pastor Troy, Toccara Jones (America’s...
Gumbs committed to making a positive impact in her local community
Gumbs committed to making a positive impact in her local community via her service as City Council member for District 2 in the City of South Fulton Carmalitha Gumbs is a wife, a mom, and a fierce advocate for her community. She is currently serving a four-year term as the city council member for District...