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There Are No If, Ands, Or Buts About It!

Somethings ToButs Be Explained There Are Aren’t No If, Meant Ands, Or About It! A Letter from the Editor

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The best advice return acquire life.ever given to me happened when someone told me to make my tomorrow happen today. In doing so There have been individuals I have crossed paths with that I have pressed myever way given through doors with a key that only The best advice to me happened when someone havehope greatly impacted my life.

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Also Inside..........................

A Must See For African Americans

Smithsonian Museum in DC

Mentoring In The Park

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The Black Suit Initiative

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Exclusive Realty

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The Sparrows Nest Deanna Smith

Nashville’s Jurry Smith

Attorney Jason Keith

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A People’s Journey, A Nation’s Story Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture

By Terry L. Watson Photos by Mykel Media Company, LLC My brothers and my sisters, if you need another reason as to why we as a people should build up one another, and not destroy each other, then you must visit the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, DC. I was fortunate to make the journey this year, and the experience was nothing short of breathtaking. From the very moment I set foot on Constitution Avenue, the edges and architectural brilliance of the museum demanded my attention. I was excited to see what was inside, but even more astonished once I did.

It’s huge! There are many levels of exhibits and displays that work together to tell a story of a people and their fight for so many things. It’s more than justice and inequality, the museum opened my mind and imagination, taking me places where I could hear the pains and determination of those who were determined to make my experience better through their sacrifices. I’m not going to give anything away, but the Emmett Till exhibit left me in tears. To experience numerous parts of history and see where we have come from and be educated on where we should be going the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture is a must see. h

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TSR Kids Holds Mentoring Program In The Park October 23, 2017 Peeler Recreational Center in Greensboro, NC. For more information, call (336) 987-1047

TSR Kids is a 501c-3 non profit agency that supports the triad and local youth in their journey to finding purpose and ending poverty by way of talent development, leadership and empowerment. Our program is dedicated to highlighting natural gifts and talents of minority youth. Enhancing or involving time in these gifts will allow them an opportunity to set higher personal goals and provide a better quality of living.

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We are going on a future spin. This show is dedicated to our children of the world that are making difference even through their story. We are coming together with bringing awareness to our youth being affected medical delays but not denied. We have in store for you live music and entertainment and much more. We also have special guest performances, Four Amazing Designers, a Dance Battle, and so much more! Doors open at 2:00 pm. For just $7.00, tickets are now on sale at www.eventbrite.com/e/out-of-this-world-childrens-fashion-show h

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Attorney At Law

Jason Keith Hire The Game Changer

By Dr. Marrissa Dick Photos by Shaw Photography Group

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When life happens, and concrete results matter, you need someone who understands your modus operandi.

Meet Jason L. Keith, attorney, entrepreneur, successful business owner, dedicated husband, committed father, and community dream pusher.

Sounds like a lot of hats for just one man, but he’s qualified to wear them all. Mr. Keith is a 2001 alumnus of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and a 2005 graduate of North Carolina Central University’s School of Law. Notwithstanding, he is an Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated man, so taking a leap of faith is not uncommon to him. He shares, “After I graduated from law school I couldn’t find a job, so I moved from the Raleigh-Durham area to High Point where I was able to work for a small firm for about a year.” It was during these humble beginnings, Mr. Keith realized that God blessed him with a special gift to practice law. “Late 2006, I began my own practice in my home office with the help of my fraternity brother and best friend, William Stanford, who continues to manage my current office. I began leasing my first office space in 2007 and the first case that came my way was a rape case in Davidson County. With the success of that case and others that soon followed, my confidence and my practice grew.” In Mr. Keith’s case, that boost of confidence was like an onion effect.

You know once you complete one task, something else pops up and you wonder where it came from. It’s not new; it’s been there all along waiting for you to finish the previous task so you can peel that next layer back and begin working on solving the next problem.

In the case of Mr. Keith, that new layer was the spring board for entrepreneurship.

As a practical, yet compassionate attorney, Mr. Keith recognized that a criminal record would prohibit many of his clients from fully reintegrating into society. He recalls one of his clients asking to wash his car. This client proved to have a strong work ethic as he either walked or caught a ride to his home weekly to wash his and his wife’s car. He did such a great job that he was soon washing cars for Mr. Keith’s neighbors. Since this is a service everyone uses on a regular basis, and there are people willing and able to work, it did not take long for Mr. Keith to begin laying the groundwork for a mobile detailing business. Although he spearheaded the car detail business, his law practice required that he seek a partner to oversee the day-to-day operations. He and his friend, now partner, Jerris Fullwood, sought a brick and mortar location that would offer more opportunities for those needing a chance at steady employment.

Within a short span of time, the business thrived. Mr. Keith says, “The car detailing started with people that needed a second chance and fortunately, I was able to provide the opportunity. The talent they exhibited for detailing cars has propelled K & F Custom Car Detail’s reputation throughout the community. Now the owners have secured contracts with the state and city to clean patrol cars and public safety vehicles. What started out as two men trying to be their brother’s keeper, flourished into a thriving business - - that is until it rains.

“After I graduated from law school I couldn’t find a job, so I moved from the RDU area and came to High Point where I was fortunate enough to begin working in a local law practice for about a year”.

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So, he began thinking how he could make the rain work to his advantage. As he explained it, “I have a detail company, but when it’s raining we can’t make any money. The thing I realized was that when it rains, car accidents happen. Now the doors can stay open because I previously invested in two tow trucks.” Talk about piggy backing off an idea, but that is exactly how K & F Towing and Recovery was born. Mr. Keith explains, “I identified early on that when people have accidents, more than likely, they’re going to need legal representation. So, when K & F goes to get a car, I use that as an opportunity to garner business for my law practice.” Clearly, a win-win situation.

“I encounter criminal defendants daily and sometimes when I’m talking to them they may ask me to “look out” for their son because they know they’re going to end up doing some time. That’s a hard pill to swallow especially when you know you’re leaving your children behind. I had to figure out a way that I could really be effective in helping that young boy whose father is being incarcerated”.

Though Mr. Keith’s business ingenuity is constantly evolving, it has not dulled his passion to give back to the African American youth in his community. He shares, “I encounter criminal defendants daily and sometimes when I’m talking to them, they may ask me to “look out” for their son because they know they’re going to end up doing some time. That’s a hard pill to swallow. I had to figure out a way that I could really be effective in helping that young boy whose father is being incarcerated. You know, what I’ve come to understand is that these young boys have way too much free time on their hands; they don’t have financial resources, and they don’t have positive role models. At the time, my son, Nicholas was playing recreational basketball and I was interested in finding a more challenging level of play. Once again, opportunity was knocking, so I decided to capitalize on yet another business venture.

Team Triad Hornets began with a small group of about 12-15 kids, with some still playing for my older teams. So, from that one person asking me to “look out” for his son, turned into Team Triad Hornets AAU Basketball Program.” Team Triad Hornets is a nonprofit Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Basketball Program for young men from the first to the eleventh grade. His program is now the largest in the state with his fifth graders ranking twelfth in the nation for AAU competitive basketball. Mr. Keith is proud that his players have competed in Texas, Virginia, Maryland, Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. According to Mr. Keith, “You’ve got to be the cream of the crop to play on our competitive teams and these boys are.” As the organization grew, it was necessary to provide a home location.

The overwhelming success of Team Triad Hornets AAU Basketball Program led to the purchase of the Triad Basketball Academy of Greensboro; the big yellow gym located off East Wendover at 805 Waugh Street, Greensboro, NC. The gym is far more than a place where competitive basketball games are played; instead, it has turned out to be a place where family values are embraced such as Friday night developmental youth league games and town hall community forums. Mr. Keith shares, “The Triad Basketball Academy of Greensboro has received a lot of attention because we’re located on the east side of Wendover which is a part of town that the city hasn’t traditionally supported with a lot of financial resources. Because of us being there, we’ve been able to provide the community with access to a facility that’s equipped to host multiple events like political forums, canned food drives, birthday parties, and socials. The community has been good to us and I believe it’s because we embrace every child. No child is ever left out.” He also has plans to incorporate an educational component to the Academy. He says, “Soon we’re going to offer premier educational programs that help our kids with preparing for the ACT and the SAT. Our gym is a place where kids from the community can come and shake hands with lawyers and other professionals and watch these men play a game of ball. In my opinion, we’re more Continued on page 12 Continued on page 13

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than just a community basketball center. We know our kids by name and we have professionals working with them.

We have actual college and high school coaches training our kids.”

Mr. Keith knows hands down that he is positively impacting the youth he serves because the parents share with him that their children are having conversations of becoming attorneys or judges or doctors or they want to own their own business. Those conversations weren’t being held before. One of his goals is to expose the youth to different professions so they can expand their dreams and start making better life choices. They can make their dreams become a reality.

2201 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Greensboro, NC 27406 336-790-4795 www.kfenterprisesinc.com

One may wonder how Mr. Keith is able to balance all the hats he wears. He admits that he wouldn’t be able to make it all happen if it were not for the help of his devoted wife, Nichole Keith, and the dedicated support staff at each of his businesses. This support system allows him to be personally available for his clients no matter the day or hour because he knows that his job as an attorney does not end at 5:00 o’clock. Mr. Keith states, “There are a lot of good attorneys here in Greensboro and I consider myself to be one of them.

I would encourage people to hire me as their legal counsel because I’m good at what I do, and I’m not intimidated to take on any type of case. I put God first in my life; I’m a hard worker; I possess integrity, and I apply the core values of not settling or cutting corners in my profession or in any of my businesses. When you settle and cut corners, you’re doomed to fail and that’s not what I intend to do.” Mr. Keith encourages everyone who has a skillset or a talent to chase their dreams.

Jason L. Keith, Attorney at Law, is licensed to practice in the Eastern, Middle, and Western District Federal Courts of North Carolina. He is also adept in handling civil and criminal litigations in the state of North Carolina. The law practice is located at 241 Summit Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27401. You may also call (336) 574-0368 or visit the website at www.kcalawfirm.com for additional information on how to “Hire The Game Changer.” h

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The Black Suit Initiative

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The Sparrow’s Nest , Inc. was developed to engage youth in leadership initiatives in an effort to prevent crime and drug activity and develop educational, artistic and character building skills to better prepare them for their transition to college or career.

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n 2008, Evainna Ross launched The Sparrow’s Nest, Inc. in Claremont Courts in northeast Greensboro. The program was initially developed in a partnership with the Greensboro Housing Authority to provide free educational programs on weekends for students in four of their largest public housing communities. Some of the activities provided were: ballroom dancing (on basketball courts), healthy culinary arts demonstrations, painting, wire art, and a mayoral endorsed reading program. During the first year, services were provided to over 500 youth from Kindergarten to high school seniors. In an effort to have a more sustainable impact with the youth encountered on a monthly basis, a new program was launched called “The Chosen 50”.

The Chosen 50 launched in 2009 and was developed to reach 50 middle and high school students primarily from the public housing communities being served, as well as incorporating other students from inner-city communities. The candidates were selected through an interview process conducted by area teachers, administrators, and business owners.

Each year students were grouped into teams and assigned multi-tiered directives to complete and present before a panel of community judges at the end of the year. These hands-on educational activities were used to encourage youth, from “rival” communities, and give them the opportunity to find commonalities and form long-lasting relationships. Some projects have included: Developing their own small businesses, running for Mayor, developing stock portfolios, purchasing their own homes, purchasing their first cars, and developing a city-wide community resource website, called The Hip Hub, which was funded by the City of Greensboro.

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After successfully assisting 18 of its senior graduates to attend college; most of whom were first generation college students, the organization decided to shift its focus to address the growing concern among African American males in Greensboro. At the end of 2015, Greensboro began to see a rise in murders committed by young African American males; one as young as 13. Nationally the trends continue to be daunting for African American males. Poor academic performances in all core subjects, health disparities, and prisons with a growing population of young African American males are just a few of the issues in which they face.

In an effort to address these disturbing trends, The Sparrow’s Nest, Inc. launched its newest division called The Black Suit Initiative in February 2016. Keeping the young men from the Chosen 50, the organization conducted another round of interviews to add additional middle and high school males to the program. The Black Suit Initiative is a leadership and community engagement program which allows young men the opportunity to gradually earn a full black suit. Suits are earned through the successful completion of educational modules, exhibiting exemplary behavior in school and their positive contributions in the community.

The program is based upon a new study conducted by a psychology professor at California State University. The professor found that wearing a suit does change one’s thought processes. The study found formal clothing improved confidence levels and changed the basic way respondents perceived the world.

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In addition to the educational components, monthly workshops are held where students are able to meet successful males from all races, ages, and career specialties. At the conclusion of the first year, the program assisted 5 graduating seniors to enroll in college (100%). Young men accepted into the program are allowed to remain in the program until high school graduation. In 2016, most young men earned an average of 150 Service Learning hours, making them eligible to receive a Service Learning Diploma through Guilford County Schools. Currently the program has 25 males representing 14 different schools and two counties.

The program only accepts applications in May and June and interviews are held in July each year to select new members to fill any vacant spaces in the program.

The founder, Evainna Ross has dedicated most of her life to helping youth secure better educational and economic opportunities through the development of her nonprofit organization. Ross, is originally from Lynchburg, VA and moved to Greensboro to attend North Carolina A&T State University. Upon graduating with a B.S. in Public Relations in 1991, Ross began her journey volunteering as the youth director at St. James Baptist Church in Greensboro, under the leadership of the late civil rights pioneer, Rev. Prince E. Graves. Ross took what she learned at St. James Baptist Church and developed the community based model, The Sparrow’s Nest, Inc. In 2014, Ross was recognized nationally by the Ascena Retail Group as an “everyday hero” who has dedicated her life to making the world a better place by empowering children in the areas of education, social support, and self-esteem.

Evainna Ross (center) - Founder of The Sparrows Nest

Currently Ross devotes nearly every weekend working with these young men with the assistance of Page High School English teacher, Summer Hunter. Hunter, the program’s educational curriculum facilitator and student advocate, is the organization’s longest serving volunteer who is excited about the opportunity to impact students creatively outside of the traditional classroom.

Ross has been married to her husband Kevin for 29 years and they have a daughter Amariah and a host of children in the program they claim as their own. Ross is a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Greensboro where she is an active volunteer in several ministries. h

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Kristie Wallace Barrow Shares Her Story of Survival Who am I? It might be easier to tell you who I’m not. I am not a quitter. I’ve been through things that would have possibly killed the average person. It was through these trials where I found myself and learned that I am not easily defeated. Yet, as I wipe the sweat from my brow, I know that it is only by the grace and mercy of God that I am alive today.

Simply put, I am a wife, a mother of four, daughter, sister, and friend to many. I love God and am not ashamed to tell the world that I do. I’m also a woman that loves life and ask the same of others. I am a (ride or die) type of girl. I am down for the cause and loyal, but foremost, I am a team player. I am trying to live my best life until I die, but I refuse to die while I yet live. Yes, I am ‘Living Pink’!

My Diagnosis I remember it like it was yesterday. I got the call at work on the seventh day of January 2005 around 3:00 pm. It was a Friday and I had been looking forward to the weekend but things would soon deter any plans I had thought of making.

In a few shallow words, my surgeon told me that I had breast cancer. I was only 29 years old and never knew of anyone so young having breast cancer, so I immediately thought my life was coming to end.

I immediately planned my funeral. I called my circle of friends and close loved ones, telling them the news while inside I was a nervous wreck. I cried for three days straight until I made it to the altar on Sunday at my home church, Cedar Grove Tabernacle of Praise. I was surrounded by my family and friends and as soon as we said “Amen”, survivor mode was in full effect. I bought a survivor t-shirt and bumper sticker, but there was no escaping the inevitable reality that Cancer would change my life forever.

The things most people take for granted like birthdays or even watching their children basketball games, bring me joy.

I know that it could have easily been the other way.

Second Time Around Eight years later when I was faced with breast cancer again, it was different. My second diagnosis made me angry.

I felt like I was a target for disasters. I remember asking my mother, “why me?” I didn’t hang out, I didn’t drink, and I wasn’t in the club. I couldn’t understand why I was having to go through this again. God spoke to me and said “why not you”. He used little ole’ me to let people know He is in control and still performing miracles. I am a walking miracle.

Both times I was diagnosed with breast cancer in my right breast. I could have easily been misdiagnosed. I found my lump in 2004 while I was pregnant with my fourth child Kelcey. While speaking with midwives each month leading up to my delivery, I was told that I shouldn’t worry about the lump because they were sure it was my body getting ready to breast-feed. I am truly thankful that I still chose to have the lump removed.

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By Dawn Cauthen Thornton Photos by Shaw Photography Group Imagine going to college, selecting your major, mapping out your life plan after you graduate, then being pulled in a different direction.

As a young student at Fayetteville State University, Garrett Davis had it all figured out. He was a Radio/Television Broadcasting major and was the youngest program director in the nation, of a 100,000 watt NPR affiliate radio station. His goal was to one day own his own station. In addition to his major, he decided to minor in speech and theater so he could take a few acting classes. Just to scratch an itch he’d had, he became involved in a play, attended the NADSA (National Association of Dramatic and Speech Arts) conference (acting in the same play) and came home with an award for Best Supporting Actor. His theater teacher hounded him to pursue acting, but his heart was set on radio.

Pictured with Garrett are (from left to right) Amanda Simmons, Kynya Milan, Tiffany McMasters, and Javon Bell

By chance, shortly after, he attended a professional play, for the first time, and was absolutely in awe. He immediately went home and penned his first script for “Lord, Why Me? Another itch was scratched and he tossed the pages in the closet without a second thought. A few years later, he had the opportunity to become the General Manager at a radio station in Raeford, NC. “Not only was I the GM, but I was the morning man, the sales guy, the janitor, you name it. I was everything. “ Apparently, the station didn’t have much money to spend on extra employees, so Garrett stepped in to help them out, in many ways. As a fundraising effort for the struggling station, Garrett had the bright idea to produce the play that he had written years prior. Surprisingly, the show ran for three days and sold out each day. He moved on to Fayetteville, NC and the show sold out there as well. Then, he made a deal with himself; “If the play sells out in the next city, I’m going to quit my job and pursue this full time.” You guessed it…the show sold out!

Garrett ended his stint in radio and started touring the country with the play he’d originally closed the door on. “In those days, it was just me, a caravan of cars (the cast), and a pick-up truck with furniture on the back. We didn’t even have a real set.”

The play would travel from city to city several times a year until others took notice and started writing and producing plays of their own, providing a bit of competition for Garrett. Also on the scene was a little-known guy, at the time, named Tyler Perry. He changed the game when he presented his signature character Madea and created elaborate sets to go along with his celebrity cast members.

To just keep up and continue to perform, Garrett decided he needed to step up his game. “It forced me to write more plays so I could visit the same city with something different each time.”

“Not only was I the GM, but I was the morning man, the sales guy, the janitor, you name it.

I was everything.”

Garrett Davis

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Garrett put pen to paper and cranked out several more scripts which allowed him to continue touring. Life was great, he was gaining a following, and more opportunity presented itself. He was even contacted by Tyler Perry’s personal promotor who wanted to utilize his play, but unfortunately after a few months, the deal fell through and Garrett’s entire team was out of jobs.

By that time, the ambitious playwright needed a break from the industry. He was disappointed, he was tired and vowed to never do another play again. That feeling didn’t last long and he found himself creating more scripts. One “Forgot Me Not”, is about the relationship between him and his late grandmother who suffered and ultimately succumbed to Alzheimer’s.

“I felt guilty because I wasn’t there for her while she was dying. She would often ask my sister and mother about me but I always seemed to be busy. So I wrote the play as therapy to help get over that.”

Because “Forgot Me Not” focused on Alzheimer’s, many people resonated with it. It was originally supposed to run for three days, but that turned into 30 consecutive days at a playhouse in Winston Salem. Knowing that a good friend’s mother was also battling the same heartbreaking illness, he called her to see if she would be interested in partnering to bring it to other venues. That friend was Bern Nadette Stanis, better known as ‘Thelma Evans’ on the former hit show “Good Times”. They decided that it was imperative to use this production as a teaching tool to bring awareness to the disease that affects African Americans at twice the rate of any other race.

With the success of this play, Garrett realized he was on to something. He became passionate about the health of his community and brainstormed ways to he could continue to educate. “I became heavily involved with the Alzheimer’s Association. And I became the first African American to receive the Advocate of the Year award for my work with the play.”

Not stopping there, Garrett decided to focus on other areas of health that plagued blacks the most. He partnered with AARP who sponsored his play “Mama’s Girls”, about sisters caring for their aging mother. It ran for almost 5 years, traveling across the country. That partnership truly launched Garrett’s career and helped solidify his place not only in the theater world, but also in his own community where he saw the greatest need. “It put me on a national spotlight to raise the awareness of caregiving.” It also afforded him the opportunity to connect with others just as passionate as he was about health. And because “Mama’s Girls” was such a hit, people began asking more about his previous play that focused on Alzheimer’s. He soon became one of the founding members of the African American Network against Alzheimer’s alongside Honorary Co-Chairs Al Sharpton and former Surgeon General Dr. David Satcher.

To date Garrett has written, directed, and toured over 25 productions, five of which are a part of award winning projects.

His current project “Daddy’s Boys” will be touring nationally beginning in January 2018. He’s also setting his sights on film and television and currently developing “Taking Care of June”, a series about the patriarch of the family being diagnosed with dementia.

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Garrett confesses that in his younger years he had planned to be the next big name. He wanted everyone to know who he was and to be famous like most entertainers. But his destiny was much bigger. God had a different plan. With the support of his 23-member staff and his family, his name still sits atop marquee’s and on billboards, but now his purpose has shifted. Instead of just merely entertaining and getting a laugh, he prompts conversations within households. He forces his audience to consider their own wellbeing and that of their families.

“I was initially writing plays on love and relationships but that’s not what God wanted me to write about. I’m not Steve Harvey or Tom Joyner or Madea. I have to be the first Garrett Davis. Trying to be someone else forces you to get their leftovers. I want what’s mine not what somebody else had.”

It’s so easy to see someone else’s success and desire to have their ideas, their lifestyle, their fame. But it’s evident that what God has h for you is for you. And Garrett Davis is a testament to that belief.

Pictured with Garrett is his wife Dr. Carol Montage-Davis

“I was initially writing plays on love and relationships but that’s not what God wanted me to write about. I’m not Steve Harvey or Tom Joyner or Madea.

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eal estate is not what Deanna Smith set out to pursue. For 16 years she served the state of New York as a Corrections Officer with the Department of

Corrections. She also owned and operated not one, but two childcare facilities along with mothering four children.

When she was presented with the opportunity of becoming a Federal Agent in 2002, she jumped at the chance and relocated her family to Charlotte for the job. After settling in the Queen City, she started to miss interacting with young children, so she worked part-time at a childcare facility. She also decided to become a foster parent to make an even greater impact, eventually adopting two infant girls. Suddenly the mom of six (her two adult children do not reside in the home) was stretched to her limit. That’s when her full time job gave her an ultimatum.

“They told me I could choose my job or choose my children. And I chose my children,” Deanna says confidently.

Since the Buffalo, NY native had a background in childcare, the natural thing to do was to transition full time at the childcare facility so she wouldn’t miss a beat raising her own. She quickly rose to Assistant Director and for a long time, was quite content. She was back in her element loving on the little ones and spending time with her two youngest children who attended the facility where she worked. But as much as she enjoyed seeing tiny smiling faces everyday, going home to four children proved to be a larger job than she bargained for.

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Her husband, Everett, could see his wife stressed out as the days passed. She loved her job, but grew tired. Her other half, who is also her biggest supporter, proposed that she take a couple years off and gather herself, while finding her niche. Since he sold homes wholesale in his spare time, he mentioned that she should consider the same thing, but after a few months of testing it out, she concluded that path wasn’t the one she wanted to take. She did, however, love real estate, home ownership and helping people reach their goals so she wasn’t ready to completely fold.

“I decided to attend school and get my real estate license. I didn’t pass the exam the first two times because it was just that difficult. I sold my jewelry to pay for the exam a third time, and I finally passed,” Deanna beamed.

“The people I worked for laughed at me. They tried to deter me, telling me it was too hard, too expensive, and too soon. But I didn’t listen.

Even though they try to seem supportive on social media now, by liking pictures and posts, they don’t answer the phone when I call.”

The phrase ‘In it to win it’ was echoed by both of us during our call. Sitting for an exam three times, would defeat some, but Deanna knew she couldn’t let it go that easily. Upon her licensure she volunteered for a real estate firm but was offered a paid position due to her work ethic and willingness to learn. She was so dedicated that she recruited and trained other agents. When she moved on to another firm, the agents followed her. Under the wings of more seasoned agents, Deanna absorbed as much knowledge as she could, then when the time was right, God told her to embark on her own endeavor.

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“The people I worked for laughed at me. They tried to deter me, telling me it was too hard, too expensive, and too soon. But I didn’t listen. Even though they try to seem supportive on social media now, by liking pictures and posts, they don’t answer the phone when I call.”

It’s evident that she has turned this negative into a positive. She has allowed her naysayers to motivate her to keep going and prove to them and herself, that she has what it takes to succeed. In May, Deanna had the grand opening for ‘Deanna Has a Home For You Realty’, but has since changed the name to ‘Exclusive Realty, Inc.’ so she can potentially franchise the business in the future. Her adult son and daughter are also considering a career in real estate and Deanna has been their sole motivator.

“Since opening I have helped my daughter purchase and close on her first home and now she wants to help others.” The business has already become a true family effort. Deanna’s grandchildren help with office work as well as assist with writing cards to her clients. She has taught them about entrepreneurship and to always set a goal to create your own source of income. This philosophy holds true with her husband too, as he owns and operates Ultimate Asphalt and Concrete in Charlotte.

With such a busy lifestyle, family time can be hard to come by. Deanna makes sure everyone spends time together on the weekends traveling and doing activities as a unit. She is also a believer in alone time with Everett so they stay connected.

She stays faithful by attending Freedom House Church and volunteers with them regularly. Most recently she helped collect items for hurricane victims across the country and has lent her hands to several other ministries throughout the years. “Right now I’m waiting on God to tell me where he needs me within the church. And when he tells me to move, I always move. Just like I did with my business.

I was hesitant at first, and I’m still scared, but I listened and it has worked out.”

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By Terry L. Watson Photos by Jurry Smith irst and foremost, Jurry Smith of Nashville, Tennessee, is a husband and father. His devotion is offered without compromise to everything that he involves himself with, whether in the workforce, at his church, or in the community. His flexibility and dependability are attributes that have also helped him build a fashion business from the ground up, Genesys Apparel.

“I am creative and have an eye for things most people can’t see. I’m a stylist and a designer. I am my brand and today’s versatile man, whoever that may be,” Smith says.

“My clientele ranges from pastors to lawyers, entrepreneurs to socialites. I even style young men needing formal attire for school functions.”

Smith opened the doors of Genesys Apparel to the world on the day he got married. That day served as a statement for him, because he believed that weddings shouldn’t just be special for the bride. Smith wanted his own signature style that would also be authentic. “I designed my tuxedo, which was gold and trimmed in Sangria with our wedding date monogrammed on the inside. I also wore a custom shirt with my initials on it. I was so nervous that it wouldn’t look right, my measurements would be off, or that my bride wouldn’t be pleased; but it was perfect and my bride loved it. Soon, I started looking for manufacturers to make my dream a reality.”

The identity of Genesys Apparel was very important to Smith. “I wanted to represent Christ in whatever I did. I wanted people to see themselves in the image of God, because He thinks highly of us. So I based Genesys Apparel off of the book of Genesis 1:27 - So God created man in His own image,” he says.

Genesys Apparel offers custom men’s suits and tuxedos, jackets, and shirts. They offer men’s accessories which include ties, bow ties, pocket squares, and lapel pins. They also do special orders for groups and organizations, and there are plans in the works for personal styling services for the individual who have things in their closets that can be utilized, but need a little help on learning how to make it work.

Smith decided to use his gift to help other men who desired to stand out but need a little help with getting started.

Seeing the confidence that exudes from his customers when they try on their custom piece for the first time, Smith says gives him a sense of relief and achievement. “Occasionally, a client may lose or gain weight during the process of designing a suit which throws off the measurements. I am blessed that I haven’t encountered anything that I couldn’t resolve in a timely fashion,” says Smith.

Smith doesn’t take the credit for the success of his business. “I owe it all to God. He never ceases to amaze me. He has afforded me many opportunities to make my name great and to introduce Genesys Apparel to various markets,” he says. Moving forward he plans to continue serving Nashville and surrounding states. Contact Jurry Smith and Genesys Apparel for all of your unique fashion needs. h

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Diamond’s Best Cleaning Service

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aking a leap of faith into entrepreneurship isn’t an easy decision to make especially when you have others depending on your sound judgment. Nonetheless, it has been a decision that Greensboro native, Timisha Tate, owner and operator of Diamond’s Best Cleaning Service, LLC has not regretted making. Launching a new business takes dedication, ingenuity, and perseverance.

In particular, the new business Timisha started is completely different than the elementary education undergraduate degree she earned from the University of Phoenix in 2010.

According to Timisha, “I really didn’t do a lot with my bachelor’s degree. I did teach at a day care for about five years, but once I started working in elementary education I realized that wasn’t what I really wanted to do. What I did know was that I enjoyed helping people so I decided to go back to school and earn a degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse and I did that for about 10 years, but I still wasn’t satisfied.” Sometimes taking the time to clear your mind and self-reflect can make all the difference to your future.

Fortunately, Timisha took the time to perform a self-assessment of her life. She shares, “I always wanted to have my own business, but I never put the time and effort into it until about two years ago. At first, I actually thought about opening a home health care business, but at that particular time the state had a freeze on all of that so I asked myself what else did I do really well and what do people have a need for all the time? Then I wondered what type of business I could start quickly that would be successful.”

From that assessment Timisha knew she was going to start a cleaning business. She says, “I thought a cleaning business was the easiest thing to get off the ground because that’s something people need done all the time and that’s also something I really enjoy doing. I’m really good at cleaning. It clears my mind and helps me think.”

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Her next thought was to figure out what she was going to name her new business. She decided on “Diamond” because it was a nick name that her beloved grandmother, Lena Glenn, always called her. Additionally, she added in “Best” because her grandmother stressed for her to always do her best in everything she puts her mind and heart into. Once she had a game plan she shared her vision with a good friend, Shannon Hairston, who was instrumental in pointing her in the right direction for solidifying Diamond’s Best Cleaning Services as a viable business.

Timisha is thankful that God has blessed her with family and friends who love and are supportive of her endeavor.

So you may ask what sets Diamond’s Cleaning Service apart from the other local cleaning services in Greensboro. For Timisha the answer is simple, “I think we stand out because I’m actually a part of the community. As a proud 2001 alumnus of Dudley High School I understand the community needs. My grandmother taught me to be a giver and to have compassion for others. I’m a single mother so I know what it’s like to struggle. I know what it’s like to need assistance. I’ve had people from our community to assist me in my time of need. That’s why I give back through my business. Twice a month our cleaning service reaches out to two or three senior citizens and provides them with free cleaning services because I know that many of them don’t have family members around to assist them and they can’t do it for themselves. I also believe Diamond’s Best is different from other cleaning services because during Thanksgiving and Christmas I give away 50 to 75 hams and turkeys to single mothers and senior citizens who otherwise may not be able to afford a meal. I’ve formed a relationship with Food Lion to make sure we can make this happen. It’s just certain things that I believe should be done especially when you work in the community.

I haven’t always been blessed enough to be able to give back. So that’s what sets us apart from other cleaning services. We actually care and give back to the community we live in.”

With the way she gives back to her community it’s not surprising that her community has supported and embraced her services. Most recently Timisha has garnered working relationships with the Greensboro Housing Authority and several club owners in downtown Greensboro. She states, “We stand behind our work 100%. We don’t leave until the customer is completely satisfied.” It’s maintaining this type of staunch work ethic that has expanded her business throughout the Triad and Burlington areas. Diamond’s Best is a professionally bonded, insured, and licensed cleaning service.

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Information and Photo provided by Carlton L. Gray he very idea of discussing or talking about death can be very difficult, however it is one worth having with your loved ones. It has many advantages, among them peace of mind. Knowing that you have a plan in place not only eases your mind, but your loved ones will not have the extra burden of the unknown.

There are many details that immediately begin when a death occurs. Research has listed at least 101 items that every survivor will be confronted by on the day of death of a family member. From contacting other family members, friends and community to selecting and meeting a funeral provider.

Advance planning can relieve much of this by having these important tasks already in place.

The first step is to discuss with significant others your desires and final instructions. Secondly, meet with a funeral provider of your choosing. By doing this ahead of time you can take your time and investigate and or compare services and cost without the immediate pressure and stress that death, especially sudden death can bring upon a family. Once you have a funeral provider you can then begin to formulate your wishes and directives in a carefully laid out plan. This could be from a simple direct cremation to a full traditional service followed by burial or cremation.

The third step is to consider how you will pay for these plans and make provisions ahead of time. The advantages of this is you can have control over the amount of cost and in some cases, guarantee that your service will be protected against future inflation.

The following are some methods of funding your final expenses; personal insurance policy, pre-need policy purchased from the funeral home, or private funds or savings. I encourage every adult regardless of age, married or single make this a part of your important to do and have list. In life there are a lot of unknowns but, it is sure and certain that every person that is born will lay to rest eventually. With this being known why not approach it with the importance it deserves. h

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The Act is supposed to be the biggest tax cut in history, but, how it effects your family will depend a lot on where you live and how dependent you are specific deduction. The proposal decreases the personal tax brackets from seven to four: zero, 12, 25, 35, and 39.6 percent. It doubles the standard deductions for most taxpayers. However, the proposal eliminates the personal exemption amount.

They increase the child credit to $1,600 per child and extend the credit to those earning $230,000. The proposal eliminates the Alternative Minimum Tax, but repeals most exclusions and itemized deductions. The exceptions are mortgage interest (capped at $500,000 and no second mortgages), state and local property taxes (capped at $10,000) and charitable contributions.

The proposal would also slash the corporate income tax rate to 20 percent making American business more competitive in the world. Small Business “Pass-Through” entities get a special 25 percent rate, but 30 percent will apply to business income.

So, What Is Repealed Tax Preparation State And Local Income And Sales Taxes Medical Alimony Moving Casualty Losses Medical Savings Accounts Employee Expenses Employer Provided Housing Employee Achievement Awards Dependent Care Adoption Assistance Some Education Related Provisions The question remains will it pass? These are the GOP’s proposed tax cuts and are subject to change. GOP leadership will probably have a difficult time rounding up the necessary votes required to pass the Act with such a large list of repealed, exclusions, and credits.

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Shay Stanley Myrtle Beach Resident Launched Her Own Line of Hair Care Products

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hay Stanley has built a hair product line on one principle, “do it with passion or not at all”. At the start of Shay’s career she worked as a licensed Cosmetologist in someone else’s salon before opening her own salon, Styles By Mizz Shay in Little River, South Carolina (located within 15 minutes of Myrtle Beach) in 2013.

As a stylist she specializes in Silk Presses, Blowouts, Relaxers, Styled Cuts, Color, Natural Hair, and Extensions. While operating a salon in a beach community, Stanley noticed many of her clients’ hair were adversely affected by high humidity and a lack of moisture. She responded by creating a line of hair care products that would directly address their issues. Thus, Desire Transformation Hair Care was born.

Desire Transformation Hair Care is designed to infuse moisture and proteins that aid in eliminating frizz while leaving the hair soft and manageable. Some of their products include Detox Therapy Shampoo, Hydrating Moisture Shampoo, Moisturizing Silking Conditioner, Shiny Satin Silk, and Hair Growth Oil. They also offer personable selections and travel kits. All of the Desire Transformation Hair Care products are available online.

The transformation experience is what Shay loves about her products and services. “I chose this career because I wanted to make a difference in the lives of others. I understand the needs of my clients and I am able to meet them by providing a level of service that brings life back into their hair,” she says. “At my salon, I provide an atmosphere that promotes healthy hair and beauty, both outward and inward. It is impossible for one to leave and not feel transformed.”

Moving forward, Stanley hopes to expand Desire Transformation’s presence in the marketplace to that of the bigger brands. She also hopes to conduct continuing education classes and seminars for other stylists in and around South Carolina.

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PK Williams Enterprises, LLC PO Box 1563, Nolensville, TN 37135 615-364-7964 www.pkwilliamsenterprises.com school Alma Mater, Joelton Middle School in Nashville, Tennessee to provide mentoring and tutoring services to students there. This is an opportunity that she is very excited about.

By Terry L. Watson Photos by PK Williams PK Williams Enterprises is a boutique company that utilizes the S.I.P.S. (Strategically Increase Promote Secure) method to enhance and manage the brand portfolios of entertainment, small business, profit and non-profit clientele. They provide a plethora of public relations, publicity, event planning, entertainment consultants, artist development, and marketing expertise. They also offer a “handson” individualized approach, ensuring success and exposure as they embrace the variances of each client’s unique talents. The company’s intent is to make sure their clients are treated professionally and afforded supreme sustenance while aspiring to reach their dreams.

Patrycya Williams, the founder of PK Williams Enterprises is a relationship cultivator, event strategist, and social broker. Her corporate expertise as a Marketing and Public Relations Manager in a Fortune 500 company served as a catalyst in building her own company. As CEO, she is multifaceted and instrumental in creating opportunities for her clients.

“I began in the music and entertainment industry in January 2010, but my networking and relationship cultivating began in 1996 and continued through my transition into the mortgage industry in 2002 - 2011. I started doing marketing and public relations for artists in January 2010 and that transitioned into managing and brand building clients images while creating events that enhanced their image through release parties, book signings, etc.,” she says. “We do brand development, event planning, securing speaking engagements, and creating public relations opportunities. I also scout talented aspirants for stage plays, independent films, and local/national television appearances”.

Williams loves to see people live out their purpose and fulfill their dreams. She also gives back to her community by educating and mentoring youth. She recently partnered with her junior high

Making the transition to from being gainfully employed to selfemployed was not easy. “Going from a substantial corporate America pay check to working for myself was challenging. I didn’t make my husband very happy, but he has always been supportive,” she says.

Instead of looking for a job, Williams decided to hire herself. She knew she could always count on herself and could never be fired, let go, or downsized. She looked at the need of the people around her to see how she could fill a void or bless others. “If I help enough people, God will continue to bless my efforts,” she says.

In September 2017, Williams brought something new to the city of Nashville, Power Moves Awards Gala. The mission is to celebrate and honor the leaders of the community for their unparalleled commitment to civic and social responsibility while raising awareness to citizens and entities for which the leaders advocate and advance across their respective communities on a daily basis. The event was held on the same day as the Tennessee State University John Merritt Classic, and sold approximately 250 tickets.

“To be able to bring together community leaders and our community on a day like that for our black tie event was monumental.

It was well received and we were mentioned amongst some of the biggest names in awards shows in Nashville by one of the major local news channels. We were mentioned with the Country Music Awards, Dove Awards, and the Stellar Awards. I think we really made an impact and we are looking forward to next year,” says Williams.

She is currently planning her first annual Power Moves Awards Gala that will be held in August of 2018. There are also plans in the making to create a bigger online presence with partnerships and work with others to grow her mentoring program with local youth. Be on the lookout for PK Williams Enterprises and Patrycya Williams. They are making moves and making the dreams of others a reality. h

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Kristie Wallace continued from page 16 My Life Doesn’t Belong To Cancer I was diagnosed with Stage 1 Breast Cancer in my right breast and had a Lumpectomy followed by radiation. Eight years later when the cancer returned, my only option was to have my right breast removed. I then made the very hard decision to remove both of my breasts. After many surgeries, I am still here and still cancer free!

As crazy as it sounds, Cancer saved my life. Although I was healed I was still dying from cancer. I feared a recurrence so I was not living. I was not growing in any area of my life so therefore I was slowly dying. I allowed the disease to consume my life for eight years, before I decided to take my life back.

Until someone is faced with an illness that kills people daily, you cannot truly understand its power. My second diagnosis saved me and I got my life back and found my joy. Many times we are so obsessed with what we don’t have, that we do not celebrate how far we have come. Now I celebrate everything and I don’t take anything for granted. I try my best to live worry-free and I know who holds my future, and because I know I’m in God’s hands, I have joy! h

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Stump’s Perfect Portions

Why Cook, When He Can Prepare Your Meal

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Lets face it. With the hectic lifestyles that we all live, its very hard to eat healthy. Not only does it take time and money to shop for quality ingredients, but the cooking process can be time consuming as well.

Fortunately there is someone who has come up with a solution for these challenges.

Stump’s Perfect Portions offers much more than just prepped meals.

Owner and founder Rashaun Knight built his company on the promise of being a full service catering company that is capable of handling all types of events, big or small. Knight says he focuses on creating delightful and extraordinary experiences.

Some of the services available include corporate deliveries, weddings, special occasions, family cookouts, anniversaries, and even holiday parties.

He also offers personalize meal plans using only fresh ingredients. All you have to do is choose your meat, vegetables and carbs, and Stump’s Perfect Portions does the rest.

While most of their meals are grilled, some are also baked. Some of the meats offered are chicken, steak, pork, salmon, talipia, shrimp, ground beef and ground turkey. The vegetable options are steamed broccoli, mixed vegetables, asparagus, green beans, salad, brussels sprouts, carrots, squash and zucchini. The carb options include sweet potatoes, red potatoes, white rice, brown rice, whole wheat pasta and black beans. h

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