Born in Detroit on November 30, 1960, Ron Simons graduated from Columbia College in 1982 with a degree in English and Information Systems. Although he always harbored dreams of acting and even applied to the Yale School of Drama, the practical demands of supporting his family led him to pursue a career in technology. Simons began his professional journey […]
Rachael Twumasi-Corson’s journey from an aspiring lawyer to a pioneering entrepreneur in the beauty industry is nothing short of inspiring. Raised in North-West London, with family roots in Ghana and the Netherlands, Rachael’s diverse cultural background has significantly influenced her work and vision. Initially, she studied sciences at A-Level before making a last-minute switch to pursue a Law degree […]
From a young age, Arooj Sheikh harbored a dream that seemed insurmountable: to qualify as a barrister in the UK. Raised in Kenya by a single mother, Arooj’s aspirations faced numerous obstacles. Her mother, a guiding force in her life, always encouraged her to dream big, emphasizing that it wasn’t where she studied that mattered, but what she did […]
Ricardo (26) and Nicolas (24) Lognath, brothers and co-founders of Omninela Medical, are revolutionizing home care with their innovative range of medical devices. Based in South Africa, Omninela Medical is an e-commerce healthcare company that has quickly become a beacon of accessibility and patient-centric service. The Lognath brothers founded Omninela Medical at the ages of 24 and 22, respectively, […]
Justice Mandisa Maya was born in Tsolo, Eastern Cape, and grew up in King William’s Town and Mthatha. She completed her high school education at St John’s College. She earned a BProc degree from the University of the Transkei (now Walter Sisulu University) in 1986, followed by an LLB from the University of Natal, Durban, in 1988. She was […]
Janice Omadeke is a pioneering serial entrepreneur who made a life-altering decision to transition from her role as a corporate graphic designer to embark on a journey into the startup world. Omadeke stands as Austin’s first Black woman to secure a venture-backed tech exit, ranking among the first 100 Black women to raise over $1 million in seed funding […]
In a remarkable full-circle journey, President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho as the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), 32 years after Dantsoho began his career there as a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member. This appointment marks a historic milestone, as Dantsoho becomes the most junior official in NPA history to ascend to this […]
In the fashion and entertainment industry, where narrow standards of beauty often prevail, Mia Amber Davis emerged as a trailblazer, challenging conventions as an advocate for inclusivity. Her mark on both industries continues to inspire and shape perceptions of beauty and representation in today’s pop-culture. Born on July 25, 1975, in New York City, Mia Amber Davis was raised […]
Gina Obeng, a certified personal trainer, found solace in the realm of health and fitness during a challenging phase in her life. This significant personal transformation became the catalyst for her to create “Just Geens Journey,” an innovative online fitness platform that embodies her unique philosophy and transformative journey. In her pursuit of inner peace and physical wellness, Gina […]
As the founder and CEO of The Humble Penny and Financial Joy Academy, Ken has dedicated his life to helping at least 10,000 families achieve financial independence this decade. Alongside his wife, Mary, Ken also runs a popular YouTube channel, The Humble Penny, boasting over 50,000 subscribers and reaching millions worldwide. Their mission? To empower people to take control […]
