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Level-Up Summit Powerhouse Trevis Michelle Teaches Audiences How to “Boss Up During Divorce”

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The results are in! The Level Up Summit hosted by “Butts in Seats Queen” Kearn Cherry, CEO & Founder of PRN Healthcare & Cofounder of Success Women’s Conference, was an Absolute Success!

Powerhouse Speakers from all over the US and Internationally chimed in to impart words of wisdom, inspiration, and fundamental keys for Women and Men to LEVEL-UP!

One standout Powerhouse Speaker was: Trevis Mitchelle

Left Side: Dr. Cheryl Wood (Headliner Speaker), Kearn Cherry (Level-Up Event Host), Dr. Sonja Stribling (Headliner Speaker), Magie Cook (Headliner Speaker) /Center: Trevis Michelle (Guest Speaker)/ Right Side: Min. Nakita Davis (Guest Speaker/Event Billboard &PR), Forbes Riley (Headliner), Natasha Grano (Headliner), & Erik Swanson (Headliner)

Trevis Michelle captivated the global audience with her signature talk entitled:

Boss Up During Divorce

 

Audiences left with 3 vital take-aways to catapult their Success:

1. Empowerment and healing starts during the Divorce process

2. Get tips to reduce lawyer fees & navigate the divorce process

3. Start living life in your terms once you have the tools you need… this is Chess not Checkers.

More on Trevis Michelle

Trevis Michelle is an International Bestselling Author of Saving Lives While Fighting For Mine who shares her story as a Woman of Color going from Powerless to Powerful during divorce. Trevis Michelle is also a Divorce Strategist who gives Women of Color the blueprint to successfully navigate through divorce process so that they can decrease lawyer fees, begin the Healy process empowered and confident to live life on your own terms!

 

What’s Next for Level-Up Powerhouse Speaker, Trevis Michelle?

Trevis Michelle will be launching an online course called Boss Up During Divorce to give Women of Color the blueprint to navigate through the divorce process. In addition, Divorce Strategy Sessions are also available.

Follow Trevis Michelle on All Social Media Platforms:

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Contact Person: Min. Nakita Davis, CEO & Founder

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Exclusive Interview Mika Morrow Releases Highly Anticipated Hot New Single & Anthem: SURVIVOR

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Mika Morrow is a Powerhouse Inspirational Singer who is definitely one to watch!

Our team caught up with the Baltimore native for an exclusive chat.

Media Team: Tell our readers about Mika Morrow- who is she?

Mika Morrow: I am a God-fearing wife, mother, and soulful inspirational artist/songwriter from Baltimore Md. My mother discovered my love for singing at the age of 2 and I have literally been singing ever since!  I studied/majored in voice at the Baltimore School for the Arts and also have had the amazing opportunity to sing background for some of the greatest artists in the gospel industry!  My profound love for God and ministry has motivated me to become an inspiring recording artist. I actually released my first single MOVE in January of 2019. It is my heart’s desire to positively impact others around the world with my ministry.

Media Team: Congrats on all your success! Our team heard that you just dropped a new Smoking Hot New Single entitled: Survivor. What inspired you to write this song? Why is this the perfect song for people today?

Mika Morrow: Thank you so much!  Survivor is very special to me indeed!  It was actually birthed from my own personal trials and tribulations. I’m definitely not a stranger to hardships and trials; God has faithfully delivered me from heart problems to severe anemia which has landed me in the hospital needing blood transfusions countless times in my life. Not only did God heal me from my medical issues but he also saved me from myself!  At one point I was headed down a path of self-destruction and it wasn’t until God literally threw me into the wilderness alone that God began to restore me to a wiser and more spiritual version of my former self!  God gave me these lyrics in 2020 in the height of the pandemic, but little did I know that I would not be able to record it until March of 2021 due to Covid hitting my household hard, which resulted in us going through 3 quarantines. In conjunction to the storms, I had been through and survived, I knew that I had to release SURVIVOR to let others know that you are not alone in your trials, grief, heartaches, and tribulations! If you are reading this then you are still here for a reason. You have survived so much which lets you know that you are so much stronger than you think you are!  It’s time to let the healing process begin. This is the perfect song to remind you of everything you have overcome and to motivate you to exercise the newfound strength that’s instilled within you.

 

Media Team: Mika, you are no stranger to the music industry- singing backup for some of the Legendary Greats:  Ricky Dillard, Norman Hutchins, Tremaine Hawkins, Maurette Brown-Clark, Alexis Spight, Pastor Tammy Caesar and you’ve traveled extensively with your spiritual mentor Pastor Shirley Caesar. How did you know the time was now to break out as a solo artist and take the front stage?

Mika Morrow: First off, let me say that I absolutely love singing background with other artists/ creatives!  And through the years I’ve had some amazing opportunities come my way to sing with some phenomenal artists. And even though others may feel that your time is now according to them, you have got to listen and be obedient to the will of God! Along with me knowing that I still had so much more to learn spiritually and about the business side of the industry in itself. I knew that God was still working on me and was teaching me patience in the process as well! Once God started not only opening doors but allowing me to create my own doors I knew that the time had come for me to proceed with my career as an inspirational artist.

Media Team: Love it! Trusted sources from the industry say that every song on your New EP is FIRE! When can the people expect to get their hands on the full EP?

Mika Morrow: The full EP will most definitely be available to all by 7/01/2021! I’m super excited to share with everyone what God has given me in this season to inspire His people. And you most definitely heard correctly! I can say without a shadow of doubt that there are no skips on this EP!  It’s most definitely gonna be tough for my listeners to pick a favorite song, which is a good problem if you ask me! Lol

Media Team: That’s what we love to hear. Mika, you are a Powerhouse Vocalists with an amazing range. Any final advice for those who aspire to pursue a successful music career like you?

Mika Morrow: My advice to other artists would be to first of all study your craft! Become great while you practice patience. Secondly, I would say learn how to stay true to yourself vocally. There are too many other artists in the industry that are perfecting a sound that is not even their own. 

 

Media Team: Perfect. Mika, You’ve been amazing and we thank you for your time, Tell the people how they can reach you for booking, follow you on social media, or support your phenomenal music or MOVE brand?

Mika Morrow: For those wanting to book me please email bookmikamorrow@gmail.com! I’m Mika Morrow on all of my social platforms including IG and Facebook as well. All of my music is available on all digital outlets! You can also stream my music and purchase MOVE merch form my website at www.mikamorrowmusic.com

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Contact Person: Min. Nakita Davis, CEO & Founder

Phone: 1.833.333.0733
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Rejuvenating Pop & High-Energy Retro Fusion: Emerging Artist Vandi Lynnae Unveils Electric New Single

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With rich & unique blends of vibrant Pop music, rooted in an 80’s Retro style, eclectic singer/songwriter Vandi Lynnae is set to soar, with the release of her refreshing & captivating new single, “Two Stars Collide” 

An up-and-coming singer/songwriter Vandi Lynnae is a true force to be reckoned with in the dynamic and varied world of Pop music. Psyched and charged to enliven the spirits of her fans with enriching and electric compositions, the budding singer is crafting a unique identity for herself.

With the release of her upcoming single titled “Two Stars Collide” on May 18th, 2021, the rising Pop singer is ready to display her brilliance in the genre, showcasing a catchy rhythm and retro-styled Pop composition. Bound to become a favorite and get anyone grooving to the sounds, this upbeat and melodious single will be just one part of Lynnae’s upcoming album ‘The Beginning’.

Imbuing listeners with a fun and retro dance music vibe, “Two Stars Collide” will be complemented by a Future Bass Remix, which Vandi Lynnae plans to release for the world on June 1st, 2021. Meanwhile, the 17-track stunning album ‘The Beginning’ is bound to stand out as a vintage-styled Pop record which is both nostalgic and invigorating. An energizing force, Vandi Lynnae’s music is set apart by her unique musical style of storytelling and mesmerizing listeners with moving and exciting songwriting prowess. ‘The Beginning’ is currently available for pre-sale and will be available on all of Vandi Lynnae’s music platforms, slated for release on May 23rd, 2021.

“Two stars collide is a super fun, energetic song that I hope gets people dancing… It has an awesome 80’s vibe!” says Vandi Lynnae regarding the release of her stunning single.

Check out her new single and learn more about Vandi Lynnae at the link below and/or reach out via the contact information for interviews, collaborations, or promotional access.

 

About

Up-and-coming singer/songwriter Vandi Lynnae Enzor is a classically trained artist, born on December 29th, 1988, in Lynchburg, Virginia. A multi-genre talent, Lynnae continues to showcase her finesse in the genres of Pop, Jazz and Country music. Having released the stunning single “Ramblin’ Man” in June 2020, the rising star is now looking forward to capture hearts, minds and souls with her first full album in 2021.

Highlighting her stellar musical sensibilities and skills, Vandi Lynnae was always moved by the mesmerizing force of music, inspired by vocal icons such as Patsy Cline and Allison Krauss. Hailing from a musically active family, Vandi Lynnae was encouraged to search for her own musical path from a young age. Currently, Lynnae continues to create uplifting musical compositions in different genres, while performing music with numerous collectives and groups including the 2:30 Band and Riding Roughshod. Having a penchant for theatre, the budding artist is also active in showcasing her brilliance in theatrical productions.

Links:

https://linktr.ee/VandiLynnae

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Q1M Launches SUPERMANAGER, a Free App That Fights the Gap in Leadership Training

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Q1 Management (Q1M) wants to disrupt emerging markets with its free management training solution, SUPERMANAGER, for business leaders when it launches on June 1st. 

The Danish company solved these two major managerial problems: The financial strain companies go through to train their business leaders and the tight schedule that deprives them from acquiring more skills and expertise. 

Q1M will provide bit-by-bit training of 3–5-minute micro-classes combined with AI chat-bots to help business leaders with day-to-day decisions and tactics. Founders Brian Baptista and Søren Jegindø, with more than two decade’s worth of experience from LEGO, IBF and Radiometer Medical, will launch their first product SUPERMANAGER to help tackle the low business management know-how of business managers around the world. 

“The real issue is that managers around the world have very few genuine options for improving themselves. Their tight schedule and high paced jobs make it really difficult. On the other hand, if they do not improve their skills, they are directly hurting their career options, their efficiency levels and ultimately the company. Company owners find management training expense and time consuming. These very common issues are what SUPERMANAGER will solve going forward. We want to breed better managers, so everyone wins”, says Baptista, CEO.

The founders have both distilled their tons of knowledge and experience into tiny chunks offered on SUPERMANAGER to ease learning for leaders for free. Microlearning delivers short, focused bites of content. Although there are no fixed guidelines regarding the duration, an ideal microlearning module is usually no more than 8 minutes and covers one learning objective. The modules will be delivered in a variety of formats including: Short text guides, videos, infographics and quizzes for business managers. 

“In our experience, the best advice is given by someone who has walked the walk. Q1M provides a platform where business leaders can learn one-on-one from mentors that have done it all before. We have asked experienced business leaders from various sectors to give their best advice for free on the platform. Many of these business leaders want to give back by providing their insights on what they have been passionate about for years”, says Jegindø, COO.

A 2017 survey by Ultimate Software reports that about half of participating American business leaders up to 45% have never received formal management training. The picture is worse in the emerging markets. Studies indicate that the number can be as high as 80%. This problem reinforced the conviction to bring light into this space. 

“Q1M has evolved learning experience from the traditional, rickety form it used to be. The company has integrated micro-learning into current training strategies for companies. But not only that, it provides facilitated learning using an AI chatbot as a tutor. Learning should be effective, but still fun” says Baptista.

According to the founders, the learning experience is dynamic and moving at an exponential rate likewise people’s response to it, which was what spurred the idea behind Q1M.  “People’s behaviour has changed. So, it’s time that the learning experience does too” said Baptista.

For more information, contact Q1M on: media@q1m.dk

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Thought Provoking Dystopian Web Series “Indemnity: The Rabbit Hole” Premieres May 24th, 2021.

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The new series will be available to stream for free on YouTube and IndemnityTV.com.

 

April 29, 2021

Touching on subjects on many people’s minds in interesting, dark, and high-energy ways the anticipation surrounding the soon to debut web series “Indemnity: The Rabbit Hole” is high and rising. Fortunately, the wait is nearly over. In exciting news from the people behind the project, “Indemnity: The Rabbit Hole” will premiere on May 24th, 2021 on both YouTube and IndemnityTV.com. Well written and with a cast of skilled actors and actresses all signs point to the chances of the mystery series becoming a viral success.

“We are looking forward to the debut of Indemnity and seeing how it is received,” commented a spokesperson from the series. “We are touching on current events while also looking into a possible future in a way that will not only entertain but also maybe even make people think. We are very proud of how the first season has developed and are confident it has a very bright future.”

The plot of “Indemnity: The Rabbit Hole” follows Austin Ellis, an off-grid tech wiz and self proclaimed ‘reality-theorist’, as he races to find his AWOL parents before vaccine mogul, Delilah Green forces their return, using nothing but his memories from childhood and stolen Indemnity Points.

The cast stars Tyler Parks, Zoë Yeoman, Candice Coke, and Jacqueline Nwankwo to name just a few, It is was created by Tiffany Littlejohn and Tyler Parks.

The first season of the new web series is expected to have six episodes.

For more information and to join the show’s email list to be the first to receive details about the debut of “Indemnity: The Rabbit Hole” or other news be sure to visit http://indemnitytv.com.

 

Court Documents Show Gailen David Admits to Previous Lies

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USA, April 30, 2021 Court documents uploaded and released by former television host Gailen David’s attorney on Monday, February 8, 2021, reveal admissions that David took actions against his former business partners and company that he previously denied.

During preliminary hearings held in August 2020 and a two part evidentiary hearing held in September 2020 in the Circuit Court of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in and for Miami-Dade County, Florida, former production company co-owner and travel show co-host, Gailen David, denied owning the website “On The Move” and publishing the articles which appear on the site stating that he was merely “quoted” in news stories. Although the posts on the website are published with quotes from David in a news-like format, referring to him as a subject within the narrative, when asked through a series of interrogatories whether or not he owned the website he replied “admit” and when asked if he published the content on the website, he also replied “admit,” therefore affirming that he authored the posts referring to himself in third-person.

In subsequent questions David also admitted to contacting clients of his former production company, while also admitting he was no longer a partner or television host when doing so. David’s attorney later states that David admits to sending his former colleagues a message stating ““I expect to be unblocked by all of you today on cellular phone, Facebook Messenger. Otherwise, I’ll pass communications to you through your friends, family, business associates, etc…”” Those communications occurred along the same timeline in which he created Twitter accounts that sent numerous messages, a keystone focus of this case, to his former colleagues and their personal and business contacts on the platform. David admitted to creating each Twitter account in question and also admitted to authoring “all posted tweets” from each account.

Another revelation comes when David is asked about a bank transaction “alert” that he claims to have received. In a police report filed in Loudoun County, Virginia by David in April 2020 against one of his former colleagues he alleged he received “emails alerting me of suspicious activity (payments to persons I do not know).” However, during the evidentiary hearing in September 2020, David’s own attorney had the former colleague in question read a series of Facebook communications dated January 27, 2020 in which David asked the former co-worker about the transaction and specifically named the person to whom the transactions were made, and the former colleague then replied with an explanation of the transaction. In the new documents, Gailen David once again specifically names the person at the core of the bank transaction but says he cannot “admit or deny” that he alleged larceny and theft because “it is Mr. David’s belief that it was the police department that inserted “Larceny/Theft” and that ” the police department personnel took notes and input Mr.

David’s statements in a general form and not word-for-word.” However, the police report was filed online and contains a narrative written by Mr. David.
The litigation continues in the Circuit Court of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in and for Miami-Dade and a temporary injunction remains in effect against David enjoining him from making, posting, publishing, or otherwise disseminating any defamatory or disparaging statements or communications relating to En Pointe Productions and its principle members until further Order of the Court. Further, he may not contact, in anyway, any of clients or business partners of En Pointe.

You may view the documents citied above by clicking here and here.

Local Case Number: 2020-016840-CA-01
Filing Date: 08/07/2020
State Case Number: 132020CA016840000001
Judicial Section: CA09
Consolidated Case No.: N/A Case
Type: Injunctive Relief
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Can Baopowder make “Bread for Diabetics” and “Healthy Brunches” a thing?

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Baopowder Announces Baobab Superfruit Products to Improve Health Condition of Americans at This Critical Time

Isa Bako and his team at baopowder announces their baobab powder products packed with several nutritional benefits and suitable for diabetics and many other health conditions
Baopowder is proud to announce its baobab products for a healthy, natural, and organic lifestyle that promotes good health. The superfruit boosts immunity, reduces inflammation, regulates blood sugar, and promotes quality sleep.

 

For centuries, the baobab fruit has been used as medicine and food. Isa and his team at Baopowder are offering it to consumers in convenient packaging, so they can get all the benefits it has to offer.


Customers can shop for the baopowder 14 pack box or the 4lb container, with more options coming soon. Every serving of baobab is packed full of nutritional benefits, including antioxidants, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, fiber, and spinach.

“Based on the critical health climate in America, there couldn’t be a more crucial time to introduce this fruit to the populace,” said Isa Bako, owner and founder of Baopowder. “There’s a reason it’s known as both the king and queen of superfruits, and right now, we need baobab in every bakery, every tea shop, every restaurant, every smoothie store, pretty much everything we consume, so here we are offering it to the people.”

Isa is passionate about using nature to help improve medical conditions. He believes that humans have gone too far away from nature, and it’s time to explore the power of natural foods like baobab to improve health on a national and global level.

He had studied baobab for years and found out its potency in helping people dealing with serious health conditions, especially diabetics. That’s why he and his team put in all their effort, resources, and energy to provide a baobab product and promote it so that more people will discover its benefits.

Baobab is one of the healthiest fruit on the planet, so much so that the FDA considers it a supplement. Several research and findings have also been carried out to investigate the nutritional values, and the results are incredible.

For example, one serving of baobab delivers 66% more iron than spinach, 50% fiber, and six times more potassium than bananas. Regular consumption helps promote bone growth and reduce fatigue levels. It also regulates the digestive system and boosts mental clarity, making it an excellent food for those dealing with the aftermath of stress.

Most fruits and food lose their nutritional content after heating, but not baobab.

Research shows the food retains its nutritional content even after being heated to 400 degrees. Baobab powder can be added to flour for baking to make healthier pastries and bread, making it good for diabetics and people with arthritis. It can also be added to tea, coffee, smoothies, yogurt, ice cream, and soups.

Baopowder is raw harvested, vegan, GMO-free, organic, gluten-free, and comes in attractive packaging. Customers can shop online and get the product delivered to their doorstep.

For more information, please visit www.baopowder.com.

About Baopowder
Baopowder is a company offering high-quality and raw harvested baobab powder available in neat and quality packaging. The founder, Isa Bako, was Born in Wisconsin but raised in four continents, including Nigeria, where he had his first interaction with baobab as a child. The company is committed to promoting health and wellness by educating people about the nutritional benefits of natural superfruits like the baobab.

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New York, NY
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Alpha Beats And Koo NTAKRA Have Unleashed Song “Togging”

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USA, April 30, 2021  Rap music can have a positive influence on listeners and expand their consciousness and musical horizons despite the negativity and controversy that often surrounds it.

Alpha beats and Koo Ntakra are going to release a song togging for the audience listeners who love music. Hip hop culture has long been the poster child for negativity in society for many decades but not now. Koo Ntakra is going to release a song that is full of entertainment. There’s no denying that the lyrical content of this song is confronting, and in many instances, it includes the entertaining factor to catch the attention of listeners positively. Tune Click is currently supporting upcoming Ghana talent with Industry’s standard music equipment “Alpha Beats music recording studio” favorite Koo Ntakra as the best rapper in Ghana. The Ghana MTN Hitmaker Show Winner is considered lyrically good with an excellent flow.

Rap music has slowly evolved into different things. Mainly adults are appalled by the musical content played on the radio; many teens are entertained by it. If someone thinks about rap music, there is bad rap music out there, but there’s good rap music out there too. The choice depends on the individual’s choice. This music is going to help a lot of teens in many ways.

The music is going to help listeners find new ways out of difficult situations, using the lyrics to relate to their lives and finding meaning in them. Those words help everyone to understand the world and help understand themselves. It’s something for everyone to fall back on. When everything is slowly crashing down, they are giving new hope to the people through the song. They have music to rely on to always be there and to show support. It’s something that everyone can relate to when feeling like no one else can.

They believe that it is up to the individual to decide what is right and wrong, good and bad, and to know whether rap music is the type of music for them. With help from social groups, anyone can listen to this song and if the listeners have the ability and maturity to know what’s good and what’s bad they will surely like it.

Listening to this song is the best thing people can do for their self-development. There’s something to be said about the music power of getting in the car, rolling the windows up, and blasting this tune while driving down the highway.

No need for listeners to worry about uppity neighbors or missing someone shouting their name. Just them and the music, the healing power of bass! This is something a person needs some time in life. Just forget about the stress and enjoy this song which is ready to entertain you.

Listening to music and songs like this depict successful lifestyles and financial success not only plays a role in goal setting but in that moment of release and depiction as well. So Book studio session with Alpha Beats at www.tuneclick.live

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All-new Chatrix app allows users to enjoy a fun, safe chatroom experience on their Apple device

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Chatroom popularity remains strong despite the rise of dating apps and social media

April 28, 2021 – In 1996, over 40 million people were “surfing the Internet”. At the time, and for the next decade, chatrooms were one of the top features of the “early Internet days”. Since the rise of social media with Myspace followed by Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, chatrooms have not had the popularity they once did. An all-new mobile device app known as Chatrix brings back the enjoyment Internet users got from chatrooms and offers a new generation of Internet users the chance to explore them.

Chatrix is a public chatroom open to individuals through the app. Users have the opportunity to enter chatrooms and chat to individuals. The app allows you to accept or decline messages from other Chatrix users. After chatting with other users, you can rate them. The app’s algorithm collates the ratings and the most validated users trend. This means more people are likely to chat with the trending Chatrix users.

Chatrooms are used for a variety of reasons by Internet users. Some people find chatrooms to be better for meeting people than dating apps. Meanwhile, others simply want to speak with likeminded people. Chatrooms are a great way to interact and connect with others. Social media can be difficult to navigate with many trolls out to criticize users. Chatrooms provide users plenty of positives, including anonymity, the opportunity to meet new people, the chance to gain new perspectives, and the chance to engage with people of the same age, gender, and/or sexual orientation.

In addition, social media is often just about ‘likes’ and ‘followers’ making it difficult to have a truly engaging experience. Chatrix aims to bring back the engagement of classic chatrooms and provide users the enjoyment of speaking to others about various topics.

The app is available on the Apple Store for free download. There is no cost to set up and account to begin chatting with other users. Chatrix’s designers created the app to give users a fun, safe chatroom to meet others. Thanks to Chatrix’s security software, you can rest assured you are chatting to a real person and not a fake user. Although chatrooms are not the new, cool kid on the block, they are still popular with many people. Chatrix aims for chatrooms to make a comeback in 2021.

Chatrix can be downloaded from the Apple Store today. To download the app, please visit the Apple Store now.

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Aya’s Place Artist Retreat Center is now a Reality for Racial Justice and Healing

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St. Paul, MN – April 29, 2021 – COVID-19 halted many projects, but Dr. Artika R. Tyner was determined that the dual pandemic of structural racism and COVID-19 would be the spark for social change beginning with the creation of a space for writers, artists, and creatives. With the generous support of Lisa Peck, owner and principal designer of LiLu Interiors, Aya’s Place is now a reality, available for use, and operated and managed by the non-profit organization Tyner founded, Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI).

“Our goal is to inspire artists to re-imagine the world they want to live in and help to build it,” said Tyner. “The retreat center is designed for creatives who are passionate about promoting racial justice and healing, allowing artists to pause, reflect and grow.”

The name AYA is pronounced eye-ah, and translates as “fern.” AYA is part of the adinkra visual symbols linked to the former Gyaman kingdom and Ashanti culture. AYA stands for endurance, resourcefulness, and defiance against oppression – an especially appropriate sentiment at this point in history.

Tyner wrote many of her books at writer’s retreats and wanted to provide the same opportunity for others. She also wanted Aya’s Place to reflect her spiritual home of Ghana where she’s been involved in literacy and leadership initiatives.

To reflect her desires, LiLu Interiors used Ghanaian fabric that Tyner purchased in Senchi Ferry as inspiration and went shopping at Francis King Showroom. The company donated four matching chairs with a pattern resembling bamboo. Other companies followed with their own contributions of paint, area rugs, blinds, art framing, and bathroom fixtures. The entire project truly was a community effort made possible through the support of Nicole Alatar at Sherwin-Williams, Charlie Flynn at Francis King Showroom, Brenda Scherping-Westphal at AJ Maison Showroom, Brant McManigle at Southern Lights, Jeffrey Rogness at Contemporary Blind Design, and Hang It Inc.

Tyner didn’t allow the pandemic to deter her from her lifelong goal of making a positive difference in the fight for social justice. She answered the call for justice that rang out in the streets around the globe after the murder of Mr. George Floyd. With Aya’s Place now a reality, it provides a quiet space for writers and artists to utilize their talents to envision and create a world in which social justice prevails.

 

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About Dr. Artika Tyner

Dr. Artika Tyner is the founder of Planting People Growing Justice® Leadership Institute. She’s a passionate educator, author, and advocate for justice. An engaging speaker and dynamic presenter on leadership, civil rights, diversity, and social justice topics, Dr. Tyner has helped audiences and organizations across the globe gain new tools for leading social change. Her goal is to teach, educate and inspire. Connect with her on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

 

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