The French 75 Journal

In my previous post, I shared my excitement about hosting the Creative Tech Expo on Sept. 30th. Now I want to highlight the mastermind behind it all: Lesley Etherly. Lesley Martinez Etherly is a Chicago native with a passion for grassroots community development, through the support of Strategic Marketing and Technology Resources. Lesley’s major focus […]

The world of tech plays a major role in my career as a media personality. In my previous post, I expressed the importance of being tech savvy in this business. So, having the chance to co-host the Creative Tech Expo VIP Visionaries Experience with Jeff Beckham is exciting. The day will be filled with hands-on […]

It just keeps getting better! A few weeks ago I was featured on Fresh Perspective Style, which was truly an honor. Now Rollingout.com just published a recent piece about me in their “Female Success Factor” section Rolling Out provides black celebrity news, entertainment, business and politics. This write-up really got to the core of what I do […]

A couple week ago, I met The Boy Illinois  during Lalapalooza weekend. It was at Sway In the Morning‘s live broadcast. He was actually there performing before Phor (Black Ink Crew Chicago). The Boy Illi is a local rapper in Chicago. He has been making waves throughout the city impressing the likes of: Lupe Fiasco, Sway […]

Jacinta Mercier-Fisher is just fabulous! I met Jacinta years ago and her spirit can light up a room. That’s literally what she is doing now, “lighting up rooms” with her interior design business, JMF Interior Design.  Jacinta Mercier-Fisher, owner of JMF Interior Design, is dedicated in helping individuals and businesses create captivating and beautiful spaces. Through our […]

As stated in my review of the iPhone 7+, I really enjoy the Portrait mode that they’ve added. I wanted to show some of my creative captures that I’ve taken within the past three months. As you’ll see my iPhone photography game is strong. Enjoy!

Since I can remember, I’ve been a die hard Andriod user. Nothing could come between me and an Andriod, not even an iPhone. It’s funny how things can change in less than a few months. My world revolves around media so it’s important for me to be on the cutting edge of technology. I recently […]

I met Dave years ago professionally and quickly established a ever-lasting friendship. Throughout the years I’ve seen him evolve into a brilliant man. David Leonard’s career spans more than twenty years in the entertainment industry. Dave got his start in entertainment working on several major feature films as a Production Assistant. He’s currently working as […]

Everyone has a fitness journey but Caprice O’Bryant‘s story is one of those that’s inspiring. Caprice O’Bryant is a NASM certified personal trainer, fitness nutrition specialist and certified boot camp instructor. She’s also the owner and head trainer of Excuse Free Fitness, Inc., a training fitness studio located in Homewood, IL. Watch my FB Live with Caprice […]

Gone are the days when you get a job solely on your educational background. We are now in a time where being technology savvy can take you further than any degree. In media, it actually reigns supreme. I’ve met many aspiring broadcasters that don’t see the value in technology. So I’m going to share how […]

Dating Advice is one area that I’m certain most people could use. Even if you’re in love or out of love, you’re always looking to give a boost to your life. Who better to get that advice from than Patti Stanger & Lisa Galos. Patti Stanger is the star of WE tv’s Million Dollar Matchmaker and the world’s […]

Have you ever met someone that was beyond amazing the first second you met them? It’s very rare but it happened the day that I met Michelle Releford. She reminds me of how it was when I met Suzanne Le Mignot. Both are very beautiful on the outside as well as the inside. I had […]

Laughs, laughs and more laughs is generally what happens when you’re around Marlon Wayans. Oh, you might want to add silliness. This feeling of happiness is what he intends on bringing to you every week on “Marlon“ Marlon centers on a loving (but sometimes inappropriate) father committed to co-parenting his two kids with his very-together […]

Since I’ve started my #WCW Series, I’ve wanted to show some love to the men too. Now is a good time as any. Today I’m launching my #MCM Series and the first man I’m highlighting is Dometi Pongo. Dometi Pongo anchors Saturday morning newscasts on Chicago’s WGN Radio and formally WVON. He also hosts the Brainstorm […]