Thee M.O.gul Mag. April 2023 Issue: M.O.ney M.O.guls

Understanding money matters is one key ingredient to finding progression. This April issue is dedicated to highlighting M.O.ney M.O.guls who have helped the masses gain control of their finances, scale and grow their businesses, and position them to leave a legacy of wealth for the generations behind them. As you read about our M.O.ney M.O.guls, I encourage you to take advantage of the lessons they've learned in money matters and connect with them.

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Mental Health

Khalid's Korner

Licensed Social Worker Superstar

Khalid Scott, MSW, LCSW, will be sharing his knowledge on M.O.gul Mental Health. Khalid is an awardwinning licensed therapist, clinical social worker, and private practice practitioner with International High Achievers,andtheFounderandCEOof KBS ONE. Currently serving as the Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Specialist at the Department of Veterans Affairs, Khalid brings more than 28 years of knowledge, expertise, andexperience.

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Mental Illness, Suicide and Our Loved Ones

Last year, I sadly watched the memorial service of Cheslie Kryst, the former attorney and Miss USA 2019, who died by suicide on January 30 of 2022.

I have a brilliant and beautiful former beauty queen who I love and she’s my 20yo daughter Anayah. When I saw the Cheslie win Miss USA in 2019, Anayah was watching with me. Every since Anayah was a toddler, we’ve always watched all the pageants together (Miss America, Miss USA, Teen USA and Miss Universe.) I remember saying to Anayah “look, there’s now a Miss USA who has a brilliant mind and a head full of spiral curls like you.”

As I sat there in shock after hearing about her suicide, I went in “clinician” mode with Anayah. I reminded Anayah (whose also a overachiever like Cheslie) for the 12 millionth time that if she ever (as a neurosurgeon major) feel that you want to harm yourself because you’re feeling overwhelmed then “QUIT” that same day! I rather have you than a medical degree on the wall.

I teared up listening to Cheslie’s mom giving her own daughters eulogy and remembered how I’m still dealing with the lost of one of my own mentees to suicide in 2020.

Depression and Suicide are “unbiased beasts” that wraps their strong grips around anyone (rich, poor, pretty, popular, nerdy, introvert, extrovert, young, old, smart, disabled, black, white, brown, yellow, etc.) and that’s why as a LCSW, I’m very committed to educating people on these subject matters!

Talking about wanting to die or to kill oneself

Looking for a way to kill oneself

Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live

Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain

Talking about being a burden to others

Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs

Acting anxious or agitated; behaving recklessly

Sleeping too little or too much

Withdrawing or feeling isolated

Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge

Displaying extreme mood swings

I beg you all to be very supportive to your loved ones who maybe struggling with mental illness. Check on both the strong and challenged folks in your life and be comfortable to seek HELP if you yourself are in a dark space/place!

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)

Continue to Rest in heavenly peace Cheslie. -Khalid Scott, LCSW

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Dr. DeAndre Rucker

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[Dolton, Illinois] - The White House announced today that Dr. DeAndre L Rucker, of Rucker and Rucker Enterprises, will be receiving the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award forms outstanding contributions to the community.He has dedicated his career to philanthropy and has made significant contributions to the entire south Chicagoland and surrounding suburbs.

The Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award is the highest honor bestowed upon U.S. citizens for their contributions to society. It is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, service, and outstanding achievements throughout their career.

Dr. Rucker is highly regarded in his field and is a role model for many. His dedication and hard work have made a significant impact on the children of Dolton Illinois as he donated over $100,000 to rebuild their park system. He is truly deserving of this prestigious award.

The award will be presented to Dr. DeAndre L Rucker at his Dolton Park renaming ceremony in 154th and Greenwood in Dolton at 1pm today. We invite everyone to come congratulate him on this extraordinary achievement and thank him for his contributions to community service.

"Renaming Triangle Park - Dolton in honor of Dr. Rucker is a fitting tribute to someone who has had such a positive impact on our community," said Dolton Park President Cleo D. Jones, in a statement. "We hope that this renaming will inspire future generations to continue Dr. Rucker's legacy of service and dedication to the Village of Dolton." Additionally, Dr. Rucker has committed to over $100,000 in much needed renovations to the parks as well as brining more fitness activities for children and adults.

For more information, please contact Dr. Nakita Nicci of High Society Public Relations at 630-210-1202

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Neidra Crosby Vice President

" There is no change if there is no change."

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, y g y , 2004, Neidra has been serving in the family business as a licensed insurance professional, helping to create one of the leading Black Owned insurance agencies in the United States. Neidra holds multiple industry designations that include the credentials as a Certified Insurance Service Representative and Certified Professional Insurance Agent. An active member of her professional industry, Neidra serves as a member of the National Association of African-American Insurance Agents and has served as the past Regional Director for the Independent Insurance Agents of Illinois.

A graduate of Spelman College, Neidra earned her B.A. in English and later continued her educational career at Roosevelt University, earning her M.B.A. Neidra was inspired to start her career in the financial services industry by her father who started the company, and believed it was better to work for her own father than to work for someone else’s. Motivated to significantly contribute to her family’s legacy, Neidra joined the Insurance Exchange family with the mission to provide business owners and professionals with exceptional products and service experiences to meet their insurance needs.

provides insurance consulting services for Small Businesses.

When Neidra is not managing the day-to-day business operations of The Insurance Exchange, ltd., she is busy being a #boymom to her 14 year old son who is also a basketball fanatic. She also enjoys volunteering her spare time with Invest, a non-profit that teaches insurance literacy to students, mentors young women professionals, and helps the community with her sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Additionally, Neidra is the owner of Nikk’s Lit Kit, Ltd., an entertainment concierge service, is a former “Covergirl” featured in IA Magazine, and was recently presented as a 2023 WDB L.E.G.A.C.Y. Awards Honoree.

To learn more about Niedra Crosby and the ways The Insurance Exchange is helping families and businesses nationwide, visit their website at: www.insxchg.com and follow them on Facebook @TheInsuranceExchange and Instagram @insuranceexchange.

"Know your worth and then add TAX!"

-DeAnna Grant

DeAnna Grant Founder & CEO

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Abouta c al Se ces, a pe so al a d p o ess o al a c al a d ta ad so y services firm, working with serious entrepreneurs pursuing wealth via Real Estate, Stock Investment, and Entrepreneurship.

A business woman, Chicago native, and single mother, DeAnna Grant is a highly regarded financial partner to start-ups, politicians, and small to medium size companies undergoing growth. Birthed from real life experience, Business Tax Advisors, LLC and Grants Financial Services is an extension of DeAnna’s personal work and life experiences. One of her favorite quotes is "Profits are Everything", for she fully believes that for a business to be successful they must be profitable.

DeAnna’s passion to help minority owned businesses grow came from her own frustration of learning about the ways business owners are misinformed about money matters and taxes. Because of this, she decided to provide services that provide small businesses supportive services like: tax planning, tax strategy, fraction CFO services, and book-keeping.

system setup and implementation, business cash flow management, provide education and resources in the areas of business finance, all while helping them to save thousands of tax dollars with the Internal Revenue Services (IRS).

As a financial advisor and tax strategist, it is her goal to personally eliminate the stress and overwhelming feelings entrepreneurs experience when managing their business’ finances on their own. Business Tax Advisors has a system of values that keeps their customers at the center of the services they provide in the form of C.A.R.E., which is an acronym that stands for: Communication, Accuracy, Results, and Educate their entrepreneurs. For the month of April, DeAnna Grant is offering entrepreneurs of color a 1hour Tax Strategy & Planning Session for just $497.

To learn more about the ways DeAnna Grant and Business Tax Advisors and Grants Financial Services can help your business grow, visit their website at: www.grantsfinancialsvcs.com. You may also connect with DeAnna and her companies on social media by following them on Facebook and Instagram @taxbosslady & @grantsfinancial @msdeannagrant.

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Janita Jackson Founder & CEO

You can have excuses or you can have results but you can never have BOTH!! So which one is it going to be ? Excuses or Results ? ”

-Janita Jackson, The Business Empress

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and sought after Financial and Business Consulting professional and Founder and CEO of Infinite Potential Financial Consulting, LLC. Her mission as a Financial Expert is providing clients with “Financial Stability Through Strategic Planning”.

With over 19+ years of experience within the Finance Industry, Janita has been able to optimally support both large and small businesses reach new levels of success through her dedicated services centered on empowerment, motivation, and in-depth information and has proven herself to be a spearheading strategist, exceeding client expectations.

To date, Janita has also has over a decade of experience in the criminal justice field, is a published Poet, and a proud member of several honors societies. Overall, her diverse background and multi-angled viewpoint have positioned Janita to become the leading professional she is today. This, in conjunction with her unparalleled resilience, commitment, devotion, and passion for helping others succeed, is why her clients have been able to reach their fullest potential and make the best decisions that cultivate long term future growth success.

"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."

- Dr. Maya Angelou

Denise Ochigbo

Founder & CEO

About .O.ney O.guls

Meet Denise Ochigbo, financial coach, speaker, and all-time innovative finance and marketing leader. She founded The Career Mompreneur (TCM) Financial Coaching with a mission to teach others how to achieve financial literacy through budgeting, understanding how to build net worth, wealth, investing, and setting financial goals. She helps career professionals, leaders, and multiple six figure entrepreneurs become educated, empowered, and elevated to financial wellness by moving from financial stress to financial peace.

The Career Mompreneur (TCM)’s MoneyPro System and M.O.M. Framework stands for: M=money mindset, O=Opportunities, M=money fundamentals to wellness in her signature talk on The Power of Financial Wellness. The Career Mompreneur (TCM) Financial Coaching provides both business finance + personal finance services. They teach leaders how to reduce financial stress and improve financial wellness with their DONE-FOR-YOU Business finance + access to capital program. TCM also teaches career professionals how to be educated, empowered, and elevated to financial freedom with their DONE-FOR-YOU personal finance services program.

The first to graduate from college in her family, Denise holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance & Accounting and a double Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing, an MBA in Finance, and a Master of Science in Finance & Financial Markets. She has over 14+ years of extensive experience in finance, accounting, marketing, investing, and strategy.

Currently, The Career Momprenuer (TCM) is offering their signature Business Finance + Access To Capital 90-day Program in April for business owners who are looking to better their finances and receive access to pertinent capital for only $2,997.

To learn more about Denise Ochigbo and The Career Mompreneur (TCM) Financial Coaching, you may visit their website at: www.thecareermompreneur.com and follow them on Facebook The Career Mompreneur and on Instagram: the career mompreneur35.

" “Proper information and inspiration without application, will never lead to transformation!”

- Robert D. Davis

Robert D. Davis

Founder & CEO

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Meet Robert D. Davis, Senior National Sales Director for Primerica Financial Services and the owner and CEO of The Davis Group. Robert is licensed and certified in Investments, Retirement Planning, Life Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance Long Term Care and Debt Management. From The Bronx, NY, Robert earned his Bachelors of Arts degree in Music Education from South Carolina State University and a Masters of Arts degree in Piano Pedagogy Radford University.

A former teacher in South Carolina’s public school system, Robert decided to open his own financial services agency with the mission to help North American families become debt-free and financially independent. With his services, Robert provides financial workshops that teach individuals how to become successful entrepreneurs.

With 30+ years of experience serving the financial industry, Robert has replicated and raised 18 other Vice Presidents with offices in Columbia, SC; Charleston, SC; Rock Hill, SC; Savannah, GA and Charlotte, NC and continuing to expand in other states for the Primerica brand.

He has served as an executive board member on the African American Leadership Council, a service organization that empowers, instructs and mentors other African Americans on how to earn a six-figure income in finances. As an active member of Brookland Baptist Church, Rob has also served on the board of the Brookland Lakeview Empowerment Center.

Robert’s motto is ‘The key to being blessed, is you must first be a blessing!’ and is passionate about disseminating proper information designed to help people become financially Independent, helping them move from low income to middle, and middle income to upper income class.

Beginning July 15, 2023, Robert will be hosting a FREE live business overview and financial workshop on Zoom every Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm on zoom webinar open to the public to help give business opportunities in the financial services industry and give information on investing and other financial products.

To learn more about Robert D. Davis and the ways he can help you gain financial freedom, you may visit his websites at: www.primerica.com/robdavis and www.robddavis.com.

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