14th Annual Beautillion Program

Greetings: It is my pleasure to welcome you on behalf of the Tallahassee (FL) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated to our Fourteenth Annual Links Beautillion. This event is the result of several months of planning by the committee and preparation by the participants. We are grateful that you are joining us on this special evening. It promises to be an unforgettable event, culminating in the announcement of the Linda G. Dilworth Beau of the Year—named last year for Mrs. Linda Dilworth whose efforts founded the Beautillion.

The Beautillion was established in 2011 during our chapter’s 60th-anniversary celebration of friendship and community service, and we are delighted that we have an opportunity to again recognize and support another group of phenomenal leaders through this wonderful program. This Beautillion is preceded by several months of educational sessions designed to cultivate positive self-esteem, leadership, cultural pride, and character. Our chapter is thrilled to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments of our Beaux. These young men have demonstrated achievements in academics, leadership, sports, the arts, community service, and/or church involvement.

We proudly recognize the mentoring and training that these young men have completed through the Links Beautillion curriculum-based program. We now proclaim that they are prepared and ready for their debut and presentation as gentlemen and as our community’s leaders of tomorrow.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the families, friends, businesses, and accompanying Attendants who have provided their untiring support to the eight young men who are being presented during this Beautillion. I also salute the Beautillion Committee, Dr. Sonya Stephens (Chairman), and her team, along with several other Link members and volunteers who have spent endless hours making this event memorable for both the participants and the attendees. Hats off to you for a job well done!

Congratulations to these outstanding young leaders and thanks again to all who have joined us for this evening of recognition and celebration. Your investment in supporting this program is to be commended!

Yours in Service, Ms. Kimberly Hankerson, President

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14th Annual Links Beautillion Corporate Sponsors Presenting Sponsor

Friendship Sponsor Pittman Law Group, P.L.

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The 14th Annual Tallahassee (FL) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated Beautillion Formal Presentation of Beaux PROGRAMME Master of Ceremonies – Rev. Dr. A. Nevell Owens Trumpet Fanfare Welcome and Occasion................................................................................................................Dr. Sonya A. F. Stephens Links Beautillion Chair Tallahassee (FL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Introductions and Procession of Beaux, Parents and Attendants Beau Tristen Aikens Beau Rayln Dawkins Beau Marvin Eugene Green, III Beau Trevor King

Beau Aaron Moore Beau Ayden Palucha Beau Kaleb Paul Beau Jourdan A. Robinson

Blessing of Beaux and Fare.............................................................................................The Reverend Tobbie Berrian, III Pastor, Casa Bianca Missionary Baptist Church (Monticello, FL) Musical Selection ......................................................................................................................................Mr. Omega Forbes Leaders’ Waltz .....................................................................................................Former Mayor and Mrs. John Marks, III Dinner is Served Griot’s Rites of Passage Message..................................................................................................Atty. Fred H. Flowers, J.D. Flowers Law, LLC Message to the Beaux......................................................................................................................Honorable Darryl Jones, Leon County School Board, District 3 Special Recognition........................................................................................................................Mr. Treyvious Copeland 2023 Linda G. Dilworth Beau of the Year Beautillion Awards and Recognitions ..........................................................Atty. Opal McKinney-Williams, Treasurer Tallahassee (FL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Remarks.......................................................................................................................Ms. Kimberly Hankerson, President Tallahassee (FL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated The Beaux Grand Finale’

MEET THE 2024 TALLAHASSEE (FL) CHAPTER OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED BEAUX

Tristen D.

AKINS

Beau Tristen D. Akins is the son of Ms. Latasha Allen. He attends Overcomer’s Worship Center.

A senior at Lincoln High School with a cumulative GPA of 3.6, Beau Tristen will attend Florida A&M University as a Business major. While in school, Beau Tristen is more than a student, he is a member of the Art Club at Lincoln High School. Tristen is a member of the Mighty Light Team—a national championship step team. He is President of the Omega Lamplighters, Incorporated, Tallahassee Chapter’s leadership and mentoring program. As an active leader in the community, he has accumulated over 150 hours of community service, participating in food drives, beautification efforts, and other volunteer events. Beau Tristen intends to become an entrepreneur. He is being escorted by Attendant Demetria Coley. Beau Tristen’s guiding quote is by Albert Einstein: “Try not to become a man of success, but rather become a man of value.”

Rayln

DAWKINS

Beau Rayln Dawkins is the son of Mrs. Patricia Shaw and Mr. Charles Dawkins and brother to five siblings. He attends Destiny Church of Tallahassee.

A senior at Crossroad Academy Charter School and dual enrolled at Tallahassee Community College with a high school cumulative GPA of 3.5, Beau Rayln will attend Florida State University as a Criminal Justice major. While in school, Beau Rayln is more than a student; he is a varsity basketball player and recently won Mr. Crossroads for the 2023-24 school year. He serves as Treasurer of the Tallahassee Kappa League and participates in the FSU Upward Bound program. He also has spent several hours volunteering in his community and serving others during Thanksgiving drives, the Annual Soul Santa Christmas Event, and Farm Share.

Beau Rayln intends to become a Federal Prosecutor. He is being escorted by Attendant Ja’Nyda Maynor. Beau Rayln’s guiding quote is by Rory Vaden, “Success is not owned, it is rented—and that rent is due every day.”

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Marvin Eugene

GREEN, III

Beau Marvin Eugene Green III, affectionately known as Tre’, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Eugene Green Jr. and Cecka Green and the brother to two siblings. He attends New Mt. Zion AME Church, where he participates in the Media Ministry. A senior at Florida State University Schools, he has a cumulative GPA of 3.2.

Beau Marvin plans to attend his parents’ alma mater, Florida A&M University, as a computer information systems major. While in school, Beau Marvin is more than a student. He is one of two seniors on the Varsity Baseball Team, where he spends most of his time. Additionally, he has been an avid golfer since the age of 3.

Beau Marvin is a member of the Omega Lamplighters, where he was in the inaugural class of Junior Lamplighters before being inducted into the original organization. He is also a member of the Senior Teen Group of the Tallahassee Chapter of Jack & Jill of America, Incorporated. Beau Marvin intends to become a video game developer. He is being escorted by Attendant Amaya Addison. Beau Marvin’s guiding quote is, “You may not like video games, but what I learned from them is this—no enemies in front of you means that you are going the wrong way.” –Anonymous.

Trevor

KING

Beau Trevor King, affectionately known as ‘Trev,’ is the son of Mrs. Adrienne Crawford and Mr. Terrell King. He attends St. Peter Primitive Baptist Church, where he is an active member of the church’s Youth Programs. A senior at Leon High School with a cumulative GPA of 3.7, Beau Trevor will attend Florida A&M University as a Business Administration major. While in school, Beau Trevor is more than a student. He is a member of the Black Student Union, a 4-year member of Leon’s football team, and a 4-year track & field athlete.

Beau Trevor has also spent several hours volunteering in his community and serving others as a member of the Distinguished Young Gentlemen (DYG), the National Achievers Society (NAS), and as a member of the Youth City Advisory Council (YCAC). Beau Trevor intends to become an entrepreneur. He is being escorted by Attendant Kaia Randolph. Beau Trevor’s guiding scripture is Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

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Aaron Tre

MOORE

Beau Aaron Tre’ Moore, affectionately known as A-Rod, is the son of Ms. Theresa Moore and Mr. Al Chester.

He attends New Mount Zion AME Church, where he serves as a Junior Steward on the Steward Board, as a Junior Superintendent of Bible Discovery Hour, as a Class Leader for the Youth, and as a drummer for the Music Ministry. A senior at Crossroad Academy Charter School and dual enrolled at Tallahassee Community College with a high school cumulative GPA of 3.9, Beau Aaron will attend the University of Central Florida as a Kinesiology major. While in school, Beau Aaron is more than a student. He is a student-athlete and on the Principal’s Honors Roll List. Beau Aaron has also spent several hours volunteering in his community and serving others as a member of the Tallahassee Kappa League and the Sons of Allen. Beau Aaron is still considering a multitude of options for his professional future. He is being escorted by Attendant Aniyah Lewis.

Beau Aaron’s guiding scripture is Ephesians 3:20-21: “ Now to Him who can do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, 21 to Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever.”

Ayden Joaquin

PALUCHA

Beau Ayden Joaquin Palucha is the son of the late Dr. Kenneth Fowler Jr. and Mrs. Rhonda Fowler and brother to one sibling. He attends Family Worship and Praise Center. A senior at Florida State University School and dual enrolled at Tallahassee Community College with a cumulative GPA of 3.9, Beau Ayden will attend Morehouse College as a Mechanical Engineer major. While in school, Beau Ayden is more than a student. He is Vice President of the Kappa Instructional Leadership League, a Tallahassee Memorial Hospital (TMH) Summer Teen Volunteer, a Messenger in the Florida House of Representatives, a Historian of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), a member of Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society and participates in track and field. He also has spent several hours volunteering in his community and serving others. Beau Ayden intends to become a Patent Engineer and Designer. He is being escorted by Attendant Madeleine Byrd.

Beau Ayden’s guiding scripture is Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

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Kaleb Alexander

PAUL

Beau Kaleb Alexander Paul is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Karwynn and Livetra Paul and brother to one sibling. He attends Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, serving on the Youth Usher Board and participating in Young People’s Division and Sunday School. A senior at Chiles High School and dual enrolled at Tallahassee Community College with a cumulative GPA of 4.13, Beau Kaleb will attend Florida A&M University as a Biology/PreMed major. He is a member of the National Honor Society, the Dance Marathon, and the Pre-Med Club and has served on the Black History Committee. He is a member of and participating in the National Achiever’s Society, PE-STEM Program at Florida A&M University, and the Tallahassee Chapter of Jack & Jill of America, Incorporated.

Beau Kaleb intends to become a Surgeon. He is being escorted by Attendant Camille Friall. Beau Kaleb’s guiding scripture is Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Jourdan

ROBINSON

Beau Jourdan Robinson, affectionately known as Jojo, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kim and Kayola Robinson and brother to three siblings. A senior at FAMU DRS and dual enrolled at Florida A&M University with a cumulative GPA of 3.9, Beau Jourdan will attend Florida A&M University as an Electronics Engineering Technology major. While in school, Beau Jourdan is more than a student. He is the SGA Secretary, a Royal Court Escort, and founder of the “The Repost” a school newspaper, and a member of both the football and basketball teams. He is also aware of his community and civic responsibilities by joining the Brothers Helping Brothers Fraternity, volunteering for the uniform exchange program, and delivering food to senior citizens. Beau Jourdan intends to form his own Engineering School. He is being escorted by Attendant Dream Hogan. Beau Jourdan’s guiding quote is by Harold Winston: “Never accept the world as it appears to be; dare to see it for what it could be.”

President Kimberly D. Hankerson TALLAHASSEE Vice President(FL) CHAPTER OF THE LINKS, Darice Richard-Mitchell INCORPORATED Recording Secretary R. Jai Gillum Treasurer Opal McKinney-Williams Financial Secretary Cynthia Harris Corresponding Secretary Maura Byrd Parliamentarian Monique Richardson Program Coordinator Elaine Bryant Immediate Past President Alexis Roberts McMillan

Our Members

Thyria G. Ansley Chanta Haywood Debra D. Austin Christine Jenkins Aisha Bailey Delores B. Lawson Kelley Bolden Bailey Deanna Young McAllister Sharon Berrian Bertha Flowers Murray Kanesha Scott Cole Marcia Allen Owens Kimberly Austin Crowell Adriane R. Peters Linda Dilworth Audra Pittman TALLAHASSEEVanessa (FL) CHAPTER OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED BEAUX (CLASS OF 2024) Eason Penny Ralston Anita Favors Caranita Rhone Clinita A. Ford* Sonya A. Stephens Janet Gibson Denise Wallace Harriet W. Williams

Pamela Baker Dorothy Brickler* Celeste Brickler Hart Doby Flowers Loretta Flowers Leslie Griffin Mary Henry* *Platinum Member

Alumna Members

Mary A. Kidd Altha Manning* Jane Marks Peggy Quince Mary Roberts Bettye Stevens

President Vice President Recording Secretary Treasurer Financial Secretary Corresponding Secretary Parliamentarian Program Coordinator Immediate Past President

Thyria G. Ansley Debra D. Austin Aisha Bailey Kelley Bolden Bailey Sharon Berrian Kanesha Scott Cole Kimberly Austin Crowell Linda Dilworth Vanessa Eason Anita Favors Clinita A. Ford* Janet Gibson

Pamela Baker Dorothy Brickler* Celeste Brickler Hart Doby Flowers Loretta Flowers Leslie Griffin Mary Henry* *Platinum Member

Kimberly D. Hankerson Darice Richard-Mitchell R. Jai Gillum Opal McKinney-Williams Cynthia Harris Maura Byrd Monique Richardson Elaine Bryant Alexis Roberts McMillan

Our Members

Harriet W. Williams

Chanta Haywood Christine Jenkins Delores B. Lawson Deanna Young McAllister Bertha Flowers Murray Marcia Allen Owens Adriane R. Peters Audra Pittman Penny Ralston Caranita Rhone Sonya A. F. Stephens Denise Wallace

Alumna Members

Mary A. Kidd Altha Manning* Jane Marks Peggy Quince Mary Roberts Bettye Stevens

The Links, Incorporated Beautillion Committee Members

2024 Links Beautillion Attendants Amaya Adderson Madeleine Byrd Demetria Coley Camille Friall

Program layout and graphic design by

Dream Hogan Aniyah Lewis Ja’Nyda Maynor Kaia Randolph

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