South Fulton, GA June 2020

JUNE 2020

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JUNE 2020 PUBLISHER

Michelle Taylor Willis | michelle.willis@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Erikka Mitchell | emitchell@lifestylepubs.com

#BetterTogether WELL, IT’S OFFICIALLY SUMMER. As I’m writing this letter, it’s the end of April.

Normally, I can project out and see what the month (or so) ahead will look like. I’m afraid it’s a little more difficult this year.

AD DESIGNER

Matthew Endersbe LAYOUT DESIGNER

Kelsey Proctor CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Curtis Bunn, Dennis Malcolm Byron, Kimberley Houston-Bryant, Patrick T. Cooper, Ale Sharpton, Dawn Thornton

I have no idea if June will feel like June, or if summer will feel like summer. Will people be swimming in pools? Eating in restaurants? Will they be at barbecues or catching up on graduation parties? Will the tennis courts be full and will the parks be littered with rambunctious kids and adults, soaking up the excitement of what’s been missed? Or will the infection and death rates soar, and will we still be becoming that much more intimate with the paint on our walls? I don’t know.

But here’s what I do know: the SoFu community has come together to support its own. The Chambers have banded together to offer free virtual classes and education. The Cities stood together to do their best to keep its residents safe and protect their own, with some cities even creating funds to support the frontline and essential workers. And YOU, SoFu have supported it all. So no, I don’t have a crystal

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

ball. I don’t even have one of those Magic 8 Ball thingies, but I can tell you our

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

residents have been incredible. I’m thankful for our readers and supporters, and a

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

huge thanks goes to our advertisers who continue to insist on partnering with us.

Thank you, SoFu, for supporting them, and please continue to do so.

AD MANAGER Chad Jensen REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

I’m hoping we are on the back side of this thing, and our businesses need you to survive. So, don’t stop now—let’s keep it going! We are SoFu and we are #bettertogether.

Follow the magazine on socials @southfultonlifestyle for updates! And follow me @michelletaylorwillis to see what’s happening with everything else! As always, let me know how I can serve you! Talk soon and stay safe.

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ON THE COVER Mayor Vince Williams of Union City and Paralympian Curtis Lovejoy grace the cover of our Guys Issue!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2020

FEATURES 14 Two Impressive EarthFriendly Vehicles Hybrids for Every Family

16 Courage in a Crisis Union City Mayor Vince Williams: A Dedicated Leader in the Midst of a Pandemic

20 Green Bay, Wisconsin The Ultimate Guys’ Getaway

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28 Curtis Lovejoy Paralympian by the Grace of God

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Driver’s Notebook

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Inspired By

20 Travel Destination 26 Culinary Creations 28 Local Limelight 30 Trend Setter 34 Back Stage

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GOOD TIMES

Mardi Gras Soiree Presented by Xavier University of Louisiana Atlanta Alumni Chapter For over three decades Xavier University of Louisiana—the only Catholic HBCU in the country—has been number one in placing AfricanAmerican students into medical and other pre-professional programs. With an annual tuition of $28,000, a large percentage of students depend upon scholarship monies to matriculate there. Each year, the Atlanta alumni chapter hosts an annual scholarship event to raise such funds for their beloved alma mater and current students.

This year, the chapter, under the new leadership of Chapter President Kamala Rimmey, mixed things up a bit. In lieu of a Sunday afternoon jazz brunch, a Saturday evening scholarship banquet was held, and what a phenomenal inaugural event it was!

The highly praised event, held at the Impact Event Center, hosted approximately 200 guests. Rave reviews continue to pour in from Alumni, FoXs (Friends of Xavier), and other supporters. The event committee included Erica Taylor, Inga Lewis and Kimberley Alston (Chair).

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AROUND TOWN “It’s also ideal for schools, therapists, church groups and more. My hope is that this book will be a tool to help change lives.”

For

More

information

on

How

Angels

Are Made and to order your copy, visit HowAngelsAreMade.com.

FULTON COUNTY BEGINS “PEN PALS” PROGRAM TO KEEP SENIORS CONNECTED Fulton County wants to help seniors maintain their social connections with each other and with Fulton County service providers. Homebound seniors may be at higher risk for isolation, which can put emotional well-being at risk.

BRYSON THOMPSON RELEASES CHILDREN’S BOOK

Fulton County’s new Senior Pen Pals program wants to assure seniors who are isolated or homebound that they are not alone or forgotten.

When Bryson Thompson, Sr.’s mother passed

The Pen Pal program is a partnership between

away from stomach cancer in 2016, he grappled

the Fulton County Departments of Senior

with how to tell his 3-year old son that he would

Services and Behavioral Health & Developmental

never see his beloved grandmother again. It was

Disabilities that will allow Behavioral Health

this life-changing event that sparked him to write

providers to communicate with seniors who

How Angels Are Made.

want a Pen Pal. Senior Services and Behavioral

Based on a true story about the bond between

Health want to ensure that the emotional and

Bryson’s son and mother, How Angels Are Made

physical needs of isolated seniors are met. Pen

is a transformational children’s book that fosters

Pals is another resource to help citizens con-

needed conversations between youth and adults

tinue to “Cope and Hope” as communities wait

about grief and death. It highlights actual conver-

for the nation’s return to traditional social and

sations that took place.

family connections.

“With one in five youth currently having to deal

For more information about Pen Pals, or to

with the death of someone close to them by the

inquire about any other Fulton County Senior

time they are 19, How Angels Are Made will resonate

Services or Behavior Health program, citizens can

with many families around the world,” Bryson says.

call the STARline at 404.613.6000.

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DONATE TO THE SOUTH FULTON UNITED FUND The South Fulton Chamber and Destination South Fulton are joining forces to support restaurants in the City of South Fulton by providing

$15 MILLION BACK TO MEMBERS!

daily meals to the 250 frontline workers serving the citizens during the Coronavirus pandemic.

The “South Fulton United Fund” will support the daily meals program as well as create a fund for the recovery efforts related to COVID-19. All funds collected will be used to purchase daily meals for essential frontline staff working to keep the City of South Fulton safe during the shelter in place order issued by the Governor.

Individually packaged meals will be delivered to a safe location for workers to receive meals during their shifts. City of South Fulton restaurants will provide all meals. Restaurants will be paid for these meals, which will help generate much-needed revenue. The program is a winwin-win: frontline staff need our support, local businesses need our patronage, and we’re helping to keep people employed.

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Those served by GreyStone Power got some good news about their power bills in May. As a not-for-profit electric cooperative, GreyStone issued an early capital credits return of $15 million to those who were co-op members in 2019.

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Congratulates all of our SoFu Graduates!

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DRIVER’S NOTEBOOK A COUPLE OF HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HYBRID VEHICLES

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And while it may look like a small package, the Bolt seats up to five adults and comes with a plethora of standard features available, including Wi-Fi, a “floating” instrument panel, and a couple of optional packages worth considering—the Infotainment (wireless charging, BOSE sound system, and Driver’s Confidence) and safety enhancements, including front pedestrian braking and Intellibeam Headlamps. The Premier also comes with the Comfort and Convenience Packages. Bolt to a dealer and give this one a test spin.

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THERE IS NO MYSTERY THAT OUR WORLD HAS TAKEN A BEATING DUE TO POLLUTION, THE OVERUSE OF NATURAL RESOURCES, AND OTHER ADVERSITIES OF SUSTAINABILITY, BUT THE AUTO INDUSTRY HAS MADE A GREAT EFFORT TO SLOW DOWN THE MISFORTUNES. These automobiles deliver when it comes to energy-efficiency, reduced maintenance costs, noise reduction,

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and just as importantly, being earth friendly.

With class-leading rear legroom, passengers can all enjoy a smooth, roomy ride in a posh cabin while enjoying the sounds of the debuting 17-speaker Mark Levinson Pureplay sound system; heated and ventilated front seats; ambient lighting; Apple CarPlay compatibility; Wi-Fi; power rear sunshade; and a panorama glass roof for effortless stargazing. Of course, the sleek exterior, lighting package, stellar safety rankings, and distinctive grill complete this sedan’s aura of opulence.

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INSPIRED BY

COURAGE IN A CRISIS

ARTICLE CURTIS BUNN

MAYOR VINCE WILLIAMS OF UNION CITY IS A DEDICATED LEADER IN THE MIDST OF A PANDEMIC

AS THE WORLD AROUND HIM ADJUSTS TO THE CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK, UNION CITY MAYOR VINCE WILLIAMS CARRIES ON WITH THE SAME ATTENTION TO DETAIL, COMMITMENT AND EFFORT THAT MADE HIM ONE OF GEORGIA’S PREMIER MUNICIPAL LEADERS. At the same time, Williams has placed special emphasis

“We have major corporations in our city, but it’s our small businesses that make us go.”

during this crisis on being a symbol of patience, strength and

One of Williams’ noteworthy accomplishments since becom-

optimism. He talks daily to the town’s business leaders and

ing the 20th mayor of Union City in 2013 was rebuilding its

makes himself accessible to citizens without fail, presenting an

finances that “were not in a happy place” to a stunning surplus.

outlook that promotes better days ahead.

So, as the coronavirus plummets other cities—Union City had 45

“This is all so different. . . for everyone,” Williams said. “This

coronavirus cases as of late April—Williams has spent $400,000

pandemic is real and it’s important for me to make sure the

that was included in the annual budget, primarily on police and

citizens and business community understand that and adhere

firefighting services and other essential city workers.

to the guidelines of social distancing to stay safe.”

“Also, it’s important that they know I am here for them in any way. Union City is a loving community and we are in this together. It’s neighbors helping neighbors in various ways.”

Williams continues to go to the office daily, with a skeleton staff of about six in the building, all maintaining social distance for safety purposes. He works when he gets home, too, just as he did pre-COVID-19.

“They are on the frontlines and we care and thank them for their bravery,” Williams said. “It’s the right thing to do.”

Working from home for City Hall employees has not been a difficult adjustment, as he implemented partial teleworking in his administration two years ago.

“It’s been a smooth transition for us,” he said. “But that doesn’t mean there haven’t been disappointments.”

Disappointments like having to cancel Williams’ State of the

Some of the work is different, though. He was selected by

City address, the annual Easter Egg Hunt and opening day for

Brian Kemp to be on the coronavirus Governor’s Advisory

youth baseball, among other activities. But lots awaits Union City.

Task Force, so he participates in daily briefings and helps write

Williams wants three more multimillion-dollar community

legislation. He has been a guest on Yahoo! Live and CNBC

centers in other parts of the city like the year-old The City

to share his perspective on the stay-at-home-world. Often, he

Center that is one of the town’s crown jewels. He has plans to

briefs local media on the virus’ spread, while also serving as

turn 1,000 acres of land into lush parks. And Williams is proud

first vice president of the Georgia Municipal Association and

of the various construction projects that are underway and the

second VP of the National League of Cities. He will assume

multimillion dollar sports complex.

president duties of both organizations this year.

But Union City comes first.

“I created a resource document that helps guide our small business owners on how to get certain benefits,” Williams said.

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When the coronavirus passes, Williams has vast plans for the city.

“We will have an amazing celebration,” Williams said. “We will have earned it.”

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

the ultimate guys’ getaway: green bay, wisconsin ARTICLE PATRICK T. COOPER

OF

COURSE,

THE

CHEESE?

Yes,

love are cheeses, rich history, filling foods

Wisconsin is synonymous with cheese.

and unparalleled hospitality. Admittedly, I

Hence, the cheese head uniform isn’t an

wasn’t that knowledgeable about Green

uncommon theme. Beyond the cliché of

Bay, Wisconsin, to include the Green Bay

cheese and the Green Bay Packers—which

Packers prior to my journey to craft this arti-

are phenomenal—draws, there breathes

cle. Super Bowl champion Reggie White’s

a quaint Wisconsin gem. Green Bay is the

prowess on the field and jersey recognition

oldest city in Wisconsin and the smallest city

made me somewhat familiar in years past.

to host an NFL team.

However, the fanatical spirit of Green Bay

Perhaps you haven’t been the best friend.

is immediate, evident and undeniable upon

Perhaps you haven’t had an opportunity

arrival. Intoxicating paraphernalia greets

since the bachelor party to get away with the

travelers upon touchdown at Austin Straubel

fellas. More than likely you have neglected the

International Airport. Consider yourself wel-

thought of a guys’ trip because everyone has

comed into the winner’s circle.

been pursuing career goals? Lastly, the role

Here is your quick guide to organizing the

of father can be oh so overwhelming and you

ultimate guys’ getaway that will result in an

find yourself last in the pecking order? Well,

annual travel ritual to Green Bay, Wisconsin.

those thoughts are done. Since you are busy, we formulated a travel plan and destination

GREEN BAY TRAINING CAMP

that will make jumping on a jet a breeze and

Get up close and personal with world class

easily persuading to your crew. It’s almost

athletes. The Packers organization is very

football season! Let’s get packing!

unique in comparison to other football fran-

If you bleed green and gold, you are

chises in the NFL. The Packers are owned

destined for sheer excitement. However, if

by the fans. You too can be a shareholder

you are not a fan of the Green Bay Packers,

of this legacy. Now, this is truly FAN TASTIC!

you will be. The reasons you will fall in

If ownership isn’t enough wow factor,

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“LOCATED AT THE RENOVATED CHICAGO & NORTHWESTERN RAILROAD DEPOT, YOU WILL FIND ENTERTAINMENT, THE PERFECT NIGHT CAP AND THE BEST VIEW OF DOWNTOWN GREEN BAY.”

fans and the public are invited to training camps. The Vince

SKI’S MEAT MARKET

Lombardi legacy of allowing kids to offer players bike rides

Perhaps you are looking for the best meat to throw on

to Ray Nitschke field continues today. The pictures of

the grill while you are traveling. Well, Ski’s Meat Market

Dream Drive are inspiring, heartfelt and humbling. Highlight

has fine cuts of meat and a multitude of brots. Take a tour

your journey with the Lambeau Field Tour and stand on the

of this premiere facility and learn all you would ever need

field of champions.

to know about meat. Meet the meat people—they’ve got the answers for the carnivore in you!

LODGE KOHLER Perhaps you need rejuvenation and relaxation. Lodge

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Kohler is literally a football field away from the action

Perhaps you prefer to keep physically fit or you want

of the Packers’ home. This 4-star hotel will have you

to challenge the guys while traveling. The New Zoo &

covered, comfortable and in close proximity to down-

Adventure Park offers dual “racing” zip lining, an aerial

town Green Bay. More importantly, the Kohler Waters

adventure course and a climbing tower. Not only will you

Spa was designed to treat the mind, body, and soul.

get to meet over 200 individual animals, but you can also

Therefore, if by chance you arise with a hangover from

get your adrenaline flowing with some healthy competition.

the big game or guys retreat, you can restore in peace before departing Wisconsin.

GREEN BAY BOTANICAL GARDENS Perhaps you are in dire straits for a moment of peace

TITLETOWN BREWING COMPANY

and tranquility. Roam the 47 acres of horticulture in the

Perhaps you will become a fan of Tap Room’s

spirit of adventure. The Green Bay Botanical Gardens

famous cheese curds or drunk mac & cheese pizza.

is more than a gorgeous backdrop of blossoms. Spend

Somehow, I figure you will be making a mad dash for

the afternoon learning and absorbing the knowledge to

the wide selection of Titletown ales, golds and lagers.

become a better green thumb. Your refreshed perspec-

Either way, the Titletown Brewing Company will not

tive will surely encourage you to beautify your personal

disappoint you and friends. Located at the renovated

garden and landscape surrounding your man cave.

Chicago & Northwestern Railroad Depot, you will find entertainment, the perfect night cap and the best view of downtown Green Bay.

THE AUTOMOBILE GALLERY Perhaps you will be lucky enough to encounter “Red,” the owner of The Automobile Gallery. From humble

1951 WEST

beginnings of one car wash to owning multiple facili-

Perhaps, you don’t know a fine eatery in Green Bay,

ties, William “Red” Lewis is down to Earth and charmed

Wisconsin. Well, now you do. From the signature 1951

with an infectious personality that will entertain you for

West burger to the wild berry chicken salad, there is

an entire day while touring his showroom of cars. Truly

something on the menu to dance across your tongue

a grown man’s Hot Wheels collection and unlike most

and delight your tummy. 1951 West serves truly refined

museums that are stuffy with rope barriers, this gallery

cocktails and delicious American cuisine, and their staff

welcomes you to get behind the wheel of exotic cars and

is determined to make you smile.

snap pictures to your heart’s content.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

atlanta beers that persevere WITH THE CHALLENGING MONTHS ENDURED DUE TO THE COVID-19 EPIDEMIC, BREWERIES ESPECIALLY IN GEORGIA HAVE MADE SURE ITS RESIDENTS STAYED QUENCHED

WITH

DEDICATED

CRAFTSMANSHIP,

STRONGER SAFETY PRACTICES, NEWLY FORMED STATIONS FOR TO-GO ORDERS, AND THE SUPPORT OF THEIR SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES. With the flow of income and constant flow of imbibers being compromised during the beginning months of 2020, here are three beers that still managed to thrive and stand out during these trying times.

THREE BEERS THAT PERSEVERED THROUGH THE CHALLENGING TIMES OF 2020

ARCHES BREWING LOW VIZ IPA ABV: 7%

ARTICLE ALE SHARPTON

with a brewery specializing in European-influenced lagers and

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF BREWERIES

ales, but once the talented brewer Justin Ramirez stepped on

Archesbrewing.com Since opening in 2016, Arches blessed Hapeville, Georgia

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the scene and crafted this hazy IPA to serve the overwhelming demand

MONDAY NIGHT BREWING LUNDI IPA ABV: 7.1%

for the style, the Low Viz has become one of their most popular brews.

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Juicy in flavor thanks to a trio of hops known to deliver flavors of orange,

Monday Night brewing has had a remarkable run since

pineapple and stone fruit, the Viz also produces a smooth mouthfeel,

its inception in 2011, now enjoying two brewing locations on

thanks to Georgia-sourced malted wheat. Great stuff!

Atlanta’s westside, plus another in the works in Birmingham, Alabama. To add to their already acclaimed roster of IPAs,

NEW REALM LIME OF THE PARTY GOSE ABV: 4%

the 2019 launch of Lundi has quickly become one of the most

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revered beers for their growing legion of “Hop Heads”—lovers of

Kicking the door in grandiose fashion with a brewing headquar-

aromatic, bitter-forward brews. Expect a presence of tangerine,

ters alongside Old Fourth Ward’s Beltline in 2018 followed by another

grapefruit and a medium body with a slight haze to refresh pal-

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Lovejoy was paralyzed from the neck down and told that he would never walk again. Fortunately for him, the doctors said nothing about swimming.

“I was terrified of water, but it was a part of my rehab. During my 12 sessions, I learned how to relax and not be afraid. The water became my sanctuary,” Lovejoy explains. After completing rehabilitation, he met Coach Tommy Jackson of the City of Atlanta Dolphins Swim Team and the two devised a plan that fueled Lovejoy’s newfound passion.

Within two years, Lovejoy was in the pool daily, perfecting his technique and becoming one with the water. He continued to practice, working on his qualifying time for domestic swim meets in hopes of qualifying for international meets. By 1995, he set his first world record at the International Paralympics Swim Trials in the 50m Breaststroke and 50m Freestyle.

He was also invited to become a fencer due to his long arms, despite the paralysis in his hands. In 1997, he became the #1 Paralympic fencer in the world.

With over 30 years of swimming under his belt, Lovejoy is planning to dry himself off and step away from the pool following the 2021 Paralympic Games in Tokyo. With the current Coronavirus pandemic plaguing the world, the medaled swimmer has been forced to refrain from training as well as postpone the trip until 2021, when the games are scheduled to resume.

His wife of 12 years will be by his side during this break and hopes to travel to Tokyo with her husband when the time comes.

“Marie is the backbone of the family and takes good care of me,” Lovejoy says. He also has a daughter and grandson who support him.

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One of his greatest joys is knowing how proud his siblings are of him.

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“They initially didn’t realize how big a deal my swimming and fencing

WERE. When Curtis Lovejoy experienced a life-altering event, he

were, but they do now,” laughs the baby of the family.

decided to do the opposite. He embraced it, adapted to it, and thrived beyond his wildest dreams.

In September 2019, Lovejoy was presented with the R.I.C.E Award (Rising in Community Excellence), a lifetime achievement award. He

The youngest son of 11 children was born and raised right here in

continues to celebrate and promote his book, Just A Little Love & Joy,

Atlanta. On his way home from work on the morning of November

and looks forward to retirement after his 6th Paralympic Games next

11, 1986, a car merged into his lane and cut him off, causing him to

year. His future goal is to travel the world doing public speaking and

careen off the road and plow into a tree. He couldn’t move or feel any

advocating against human trafficking.

of his limbs while his life flashed before his eyes. The paramedics who ultimately saved his life initially thought he wouldn’t make it.

He knows his story is unusual but professes that anything is possible with Jesus Christ.

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B r o a d way B o u n d : Marshall Weir M a b ry I V

ARTICLE KIMBERLY HOUSTON-BRYANT

MARSHALL WEIR MABRY IV, OF FAIRBURN, GEORGIA,

Hall, was named a 2020 Young Arts Winner and trained

HAS HAD A MONUMENTAL SENIOR YEAR. On

with numerous Broadway stars.

September 24, 2019, Marshall became the youngest

While his senior year was cut short, Marshall and a group

speaker in TedXBroadway history. His compelling talk,

of friends launched The Joy Project Official on Instagram

The Intersectionality of Black Boys and Shakespeare, was

(@thejoyprojectofficial). These talented seniors are using

thought-provoking and explored various stereotypes about

their gifts to spread joy in a time of crisis.

young men in the African American community. He exam-

As a musical theatre student, Marshall auditioned for

ined the way Shakespeare deals with truly universal themes.

schools across the world. After receiving 18 school accep-

Marshall honored the lives of young men like Tamir Rice and

tances, including over $500,000 in scholarship offers, he has

Trayvon Martin during his presentation.

accepted a full scholarship to The Boston Conservatory at

Marshall is a singer, writer, actor and the voice behind

Berklee where he will pursue a BFA in Musical Theatre in Fall

MWMIVSpeaks.com. A contributing writer to ArtsAtl,

2020. When asked what keeps him motivated, Marshall had a

BroadwayBlack, and Showtickets.com and an active

lot to say: “I keep going knowing that there are people of color

member of the arts community in metro Atlanta, he

that have not had opportunities to explore life the way that I

has trained at Victory Spot, Orbit Arts Academy, Camp

have. I know that there are many young artists coming behind

Broadway,

Dance

me that also need to see themselves on the stage. I like to

Center. During his high school career, Marshall had the

Broadway

Dreams

and

leave every room brighter than when I walked in it because I

opportunity to perform in the NY Pops Gala at Carnegie

have a full understanding that life is always bigger than me.”

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