Ambassadors

Brandon Clarke graduated from California State University of San Bernardino in 1993 majoring in Economics with an emphasis in Business Management

After graduation, he earned his license to become a securities broker and worked at a boutique investment firm providing unique commodities for large net-worth clients. He transitioned his career to commercial finance working in various capacities specializing in cash forecasting and financial analyses in credit management over the past 27 years for medium to large multinational companies. Presently, he is the Director of Credit Risk Management for a global conglomerate conducting financial analyses and cash forecast management for the North American market.

He believes that financial literacy is one of the primary solutions to bridge the gap in economic inequality that has plagued this country since its inception. Understanding the basic rationale behind investment concepts will enable people to truly create wealth for current and future generations. Technology has been the major catalyst in providing financial knowledge to the masses as investment opportunities are available to all and no longer catered to the select few. Individuals can financially empower themselves with a plethora of knowledge and minimal capital to achieve wealth.

Carroll hears voices.

No...not of little men from outer space, but voices of radio, television, film, and animation. They’re the same voices we all hear, she just hears them differently. She hears the complexities and nuances that make them unique—and she hears the texture, tone, and character that professional voiceover actors possess. Not only does she know a great voice when she hears one, but she’s able to provide the expert direction needed to make a voice “special” and excel in any project—whether it’s selling luxury cars, voicing a cartoon character, performing narration, or starring in a major TV show or feature film.

Carroll’s career began in the ranks of Clio Award-winning radio production company Bert, Barz & Kirby where she spent eight years handling various production, casting, agent relations, and creative project support responsibilities. In these roles, she was exposed to all aspects of the business and eventually ended up serving as the “de facto” manager of the agency, working on top accounts such as Bud Light, KFC, and Toyota— and building a phenomenal network of relationships with top talent agents, ad agencies, recording studios, and audio/video producers.

In 1992, she decided to venture out on her own, channeling her industry savvy, relationship strengths, and keen “ear for talent” into the launch of Carroll Voiceover Casting Company. Building the business from the ground up, she successfully landed deals with progressively larger studios/brands, carving out her niche as the leading voiceover consultant in the business.

To this day, she continues to play a hands-on role in all projects and applies the same hard-fought lessons acquired early in her career to help actors and celebrities feel comfortable, pair them up with appropriate projects, and inspire them to do amazing work. As authentic as it comes, and a true pioneer in the industry, Carroll is the expert creative force you want in your corner for any project where quality voiceover talent is essential!

Christine Keith is the CEO of Elite Auto Network Corp, a licensed and bonded DMV dealer/broker by the State of California. Elite Auto Network Corp is privately owned as a certified WMBE business and resides in the County of Los Angeles. 35 years of experience has allowed Christine, along with her husband Todd Keith to build a rich network of services for their commercial and fleet customers.

Elite Auto Network has a vast network of services to offer customers. In their experience every fleet has its own unique goals. They understand that every fleet is different and typically share the same goal of achieving maximum productivity, efficiency and safety. Elite Auto Network has the ability to adapt to the changing demands of their customers and they are dedicated to supporting a comprehensive fleet management program so their customers can focus on their business.

Clarisce Tolston, Chief People Officer – DEI Diversity Equity & Inclusion

Clarisce is an innovative, high-energy energy competent, and insightful Executive with a focus on Talent Acquisition & DEI with extensive, multifaceted experience, in Healthcare & Biotechnology and a demonstrated record of success leading teams, and campaigns to further the goals of the organization. She demonstrated strengths in critical sourcing, C suite Executives, H1B Visa, Global recruitment, onboarding, candidate experience, and retention strategies that strengthen the organization. Expertise in building global teams, infrastructure, SOPs, metrics, productivity, marketing campaigns (including media & press), conferences, and job fairs. She drives a large-scale transformational changes, mobile & text recruiting, implementing & Building out / Upgrading ATS’s systems, and driving culture to create increased company profiles

She has helped organizations to build creditability with global recognition through accredited badges such as Best Places to work 2021: Glassdoor, Sun Sentinel, Nonprofit, Best Place to Work LA, Diversity & inclusion

She is a strategic leader with proven success in developing, elevating, and maintaining talent, workforce planning, budget and change management. Experienced in lateral, contingent, and vendor management. Committed to technology, metrics, and leadership.

Cynthia Fenison Briscoe is CEO of The Camry Home for Boys, Inc., which is a nonprofit servicing adolescent boys ages 13-18.

Camry Homes for Boys services the needs of the youth and their families, including those from different backgrounds or experiences, including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or youth who are non-conforming. Cynthia has been in the Social Services field for 25 years. She received her BSW from Oakwood University and MSW from the University of Southern California and is an Associate Clinical Social Worker. Cynthia is experienced in evidence-based treatment.

Her professional life includes a commitment to serving the needs of adolescents, family members, staff members, and the community. Her background enables her to be an effective CEO/administrator and is comfortable overseeing a diverse group of people.

Dawn Owens is the founder of The Owens Publishing Company which provides a space for people who want to transition into a new career as an author but don’t know where to begin.

Dawn believes that there are many incredible people with inspirational, encouraging, or thought-provoking stories of hope, who do not have the time or expertise to get the stories “out of their head” and onto the paper.

Dawn has perfected the process of turning busy people into published authors. Dawn has personally helped thousands of people rise to their next level of professional success by finding purpose, attracting employment opportunities, or making the leap into business through her signature career-coaching methodology. Combining career coaching with the ghostwriting process has proven to be a WINNING combination that enables her company to transform concepts into polished manuscripts.

Dr. Cyrell Williams is the US Inclusion and Diversity Lead at Slalom. He has been driving diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) in organizations for over 15 years.

Dr. Malcolm G. Taylor III hails from Dayton, Ohio. He is a business professional President & CEO with experience in project management, organization, and communication. As a lifelong entrepreneur, he has owned several different businesses. Dr. Taylor now teaches business majors in the knowledge of becoming your own boss at the collegiate level. He teaches in several different departments; religion, business, psychology, general studies, allied health, and humanities as an adjunct professor. He previously served as a university administrator in the capacity of collegiate director of admissions and recruitment.

As an entrepreneur, he has over thirty years of experience. Dr. Taylor is skilled in administration, organizing, managing, economic development, managing personnel, payroll, purchasing, and sales, marketing, and operating and doing business in the private and public sectors. He also works with non-profit organizations.

He believes in equipping people with business, academic, professional, and personal success skills.

Malcolm Taylor holds a Doctorate in Business; an Executive MBA; an M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy; an M.A. in Theology, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business.

Experienced Senior Software Engineer with demonstrated experience in software and systems engineering in n-tier, event-driven, and micro-services architectures, leading successful projects in both the government and commercial domains. He has consistently demonstrated a knack for translating customer objectives/requirements into successful durable solutions. Experience augmented with specialties in data warehouse design, business intelligence, and analytics. Holds a B.S. in Computer and Information Science from University of Maryland University College.

Keith Roseberry graduated from Georgia State University in 1991 with a degree in Real Estate Development.

He has over 26 year’s experience as a real estate investor and has been a certified real estate appraiser for over 20 years.

Keith has mentored several individuals and has educated them in areas of credit repair and real estate investments. His passions include teaching financial literacy to young people. He strongly believes in giving young people knowledge at a young age, so they will have the best chance at early financial security.

Kelly Keith is a graduate of Spellman College and is a meticulous, intuitive marketing pioneer and cross-cultural brand leader with 15+ years of experience in highly coveted brand marketing management roles supporting key initiatives in North America, China, Latin America, and Europe.

A strategic planner with an insatiable curiosity and cutting-edge approach, she leveraged her innate talent for new product development, new growth strategy, equity building, and strategic planning to foster positive consumer attitudes and drive revenue. Kelly Keith gravitated to marketing because of its perfect balance of her love for creativity and business.

Kelly has served as the Vice President of Marketing and other high-profile positions in the beauty industry.  Kelly is passionate about letting black women know how beautiful they are and building that inner confidence that allows them to conquer the world.  Kelly is a sought-after speaker and has been featured in magazines such as Essence.

On January 25, 2013, Kenneth Anderson was appointed Multicultural Affairs Officer for the City of Huntsville by Mayor Tommy Battle after spending 16 years at Calhoun Community College, most recently as Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences. In this position, Mr. Anderson acts as a liaison between the city and the community on multicultural issues, programs and activities. On August 26, 2021, the OMA became the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

Since 1990, Mr. Anderson has been the host/producer of a weekly radio talk show called 2nd Chance heard every Sunday on WJOU, 90.1 FM, Oakwood University’s radio station. The show explores a variety of contemporary issues related to the challenges of life.

In 1994, Kenneth started Maximum Life Enhancement, Inc., a nationally recognized organizational management and leadership development business specializing in customized, interactive training and presentations for any occasion.

In 2018, Kenneth launched Leadership Empowerment Enterprise, a 501©(3) focusing on leadership development, executive coaching, mentor training and philanthropy. As Executive Director, he provides strategic initiatives to insure that effective legacies are established for future generations. Participants walk away with proven strategies for personal and professional growth, and success is assured.

A strong believer in community outreach, he was winner of the 1998 Omega Psi Phi Citizen of the Year Award, the 2000 National Council for Community & Justice Award, the 2008 National Alumni Council’s Outstanding Alumnus for Oakwood University, the 2010 Alabama Community College Chancellor’s Award- Administrator of the Year; the 2016 Alpha Phi Alpha, Inc.- Delta Theta Lambda Chapter Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Award, the 2016 Alma Foggo York Community Service Award, the 2016 Spirit Reign Visionary Honors People’s Choice Award, and the 2017 Alabama A&M University Black Tie Diversity Award.

In 2001, Kenneth was a Community Columnist for the Huntsville Times. He has professional affiliations with the National Board of Certified Counselors, 100 Black Men Greater Huntsville Chapter, North Alabama African American Chamber of Commerce, American Psychological Association, Association of Black Psychologists, First Stop and Phoenix, Better Business Bureau of North Alabama and The Catalyst for Business & Entrepreneurship.

Specialties: Education, Business Management, Community Service, Mentoring, Counseling

Kia Thornton Gamble, CPA has over 25 years of accounting and audit experience.

After graduating from Oakwood University with a BS in Accounting, she started her career in public accounting with Ernst and Young in San Diego, CA, with a focus on biotech, healthcare, and retail. She then spent over 20 years in the private sector in various controllership positions in the media, health care, and manufacturing industries in Orange County, CA. Kia is licensed to practice as a certified public accountant in Alabama and California. Currently, she is an Audit Senior Manager with Carr, Riggs & Ingram in Huntsville, AL.

Kia’s passion is giving back to her community through education and service in the areas of business and finance. She has exhibited this dedication to service through her involvement in church, school, and community organizations throughout her career.

Kim attended Oakwood University (OU) and is a graduate of the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH).

Kim is in Human Resources and has had the opportunity to work for a variety of businesses and industries. Kim is passionate about providing as many students as she can with scholarship opportunities at Oakwood University. She believes in Christian Education and the valuable experiences Oakwood University gives to students who attend this Historic Black College and University (HBCU).

Krystal Barwise is a skilled IT beginner with a background in infrastructure and cybersecurity. With certifications including Comptia A+, Cybersecurity and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, she holds a bachelors degree from Oakwood University and hands on experience as an Infrastructure Technician. Currently pursuing advanced certifications like HTB Certified Penetration Testing Specialist (CPTS), Pentest+ and security+, Krystal is passionate about security, continuously expanding her expertise to safeguard systems and drive technological advancements.

As a native of Shreveport, Louisiana, LaDonna’s time in the United States Army led her to the Atlanta area.   LaDonna is a Global IT Director and has spent 25 years in the IT infrastructure industry focusing on Telecommunication & Voice/Data Infrastructure.

She has designed and implemented many Contact Centers & Video Solutions throughout North America during this time.  Her background also includes budgets, projects, managing daily operations, and accountability of team members.

LaDonna is professional and personally ambitious, productive under high-pressure conditions, and enjoys the challenge of multiple projects. She has a wide range of skills which allows her to communicate effectively with her team members and clients.

LaDonna has a passion for mentoring young people and providing them with the information they need to be professionally and personally successful.  LaDonna truly understands the power young people have when they channel their energy in the right direction.

LaDonna has a passion for mentoring young people in whatever she can redirecting them on the right path.

LaDonna is a member of Women in Technology.

Senior Executive with a record of success in providing strategic direction, business continuity, and revenue enhancement opportunities in clinical and operational departments. Progressive maturation into operations and strategic development, utilizing skills acquired during 15 years of healthcare and information technology experience. Energetic leader experienced in leading organizations through changing environments and ensuring execution and alignment of organizational goals and key financial metrics. Supportive leadership style with a track record of strengthening teams and creating positive and productive work environments. Strengths in:

• Relationship building
• Effective communicator
• Staff development
• Operational and Strategic planning
• Customer service oriented
• Information analysis
• Project Management
• Process Optimization

Specialties: budgeting, computer hardware, contract management, customer relations, customer service, data collection, directing, executive management, financial, imaging, information systems, insurance, leadership, leadership training, management, Meditech, Microsoft Office, networking, organizational skills, phone systems, plan development, process engineering, project management, quality, reports, risk management, strategic planning, vision, VoIP, workflow analysis, strategic planning, Revenue cycle, Meaningful use, multi-facility healthcare information systems, Payer relations, MEDITECH, Cerner, McKesson Horizon, Siemens MedSeries 4.

Driving change through capital design and strategy through intentional alignment of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Culture, Health Outcomes and Community Development.

Specialties: healthcare operations, diversity, equity and inclusion, program management, facility development, strategic planning, business development

"It's not the will to win that matters...everyone has that. It's the will to prepare to win that matters." –Paul "Bear" Bryant

Ralph Richardson has over 6+ years of experience as a REALTOR & Listing Agent. He is committed to helping you sell your home for TOP Dollar in the shortest time possible. Ralph offers a detailed step-by-step Plan that helps you prepare for a successful sale and provides transparency during the home selling process. Ralph also helps home buyers navigate the home-buying process. Being a Home Buying Coach is one of Ralph’s most rewarding roles as a Realtor! He has a passion for helping put people on a path to homeownership so that they can realize their dream, increase their net worth and thrive!

Remington is a Los Angeles native and true storyteller at heart. She discovered an innate gift for energetic focusing at a young age, which has taken her to many heights in her professional and personal journey. Her merged love for media and empowering others took her to Syracuse University’s, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. Shortly after, Remington began working at the Oprah Winfrey Network/Harpo Inc. with Ms. Winfrey and her executive team. She later moved to New York City to start her next chapter at the New York Times, where she currently works alongside the Executive Editor. At both companies she has combined her skill for business with inspiring others through storytelling.

Through her diverse background in journalism and entertainment she created her media company, Empruev, which aims to empower others through real-life stories of everyday people. As an avid writer, producer and host Remington looks to uplift people through multimedia stories centered on self-evolution. Her recent endeavors include her speaking engagements where she guides people towards their own greatness. More importantly, her passion for helping Black and brown youth express themselves stemmed from her own journey to self-love and empowerment. Both her public appearances and creative pursuits have granted Remington the opportunity to help Black youth with the tools to access their brightest potential. Remington believes through persistence, focus and an unwavering belief we can take control of our destinies and turn our dreams into reality.

Renee Bradford is a Sr. Manager, Hybrid Cloud Programs & Alliances, for Softchoice a multi-billion dollar organization that services Canada and the United States. Renee is responsible for coaching and supporting the Softchoice Hybrid Cloud PAM & PMM Team and driving performance inclusive of MDF & Rebate across the partner community including HPE, DELL, IBM, NetApp, VMware, Red Hat, VEEAM, Veritas & our Amplify partners. Renee also assures seamless coordination with PreSales & Corporate/Solution Marketing.

Renee has 25+ years of experience that spans professional sales, partner management, and channel management. She’s been the recipient of numerous performance and leadership awards during her years at HPE, IBM, BEA & Ingram and has broad experience hiring, coaching, and motivating professionals across our industry. Renee holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh School of Engineering and additional management & leadership courses at the Pittsburgh Graduate School of Business.

Renee joined Softchoice in 2016, serving in both Business Development & Partner Alliance Manager roles, supporting DellEMC, VMWare, IBM, HPE, Lenovo & NetApp. Renee is a rockstar with infectious energy, a great collaborative style & she’s passionate about continually building better communities with a focus on mentoring, relationship coaching, and supporting community engagement projects for women and minorities.

Ms. Pennington has worked in technical management and engineering positions for several major corporations and businesses for over 30 years, including Vice President for Yahoo!, Vice President for Cable and Wireless, and Team Lead for Visa International where she developed a backend processing network for the 1996 and 1998 Olympics.

Since 2007, she owns, operates and runs a restaurant/nightclub. As a business owner and community activist, she has been involved with and mentors youth and small business owners for the past 20 years. She advocates education and training for the success of families, small businesses, and the community. Ms. Pennington volunteers and works tirelessly, giving her personal resources and business in the support of others. She has an outgoing personality and has worked with many organizations, believing that partnership, collaboration, and sharing resources are the ‘keys’ to the success of non-profit organizations and small businesses.

A Human Resources (HR) Leader with a 10+ year career history of designing and leading employee relations, recruiting/talent acquisition, and talent management programs for both large and small organizations across multiple states for a myriad of industries.

Fosters collaborative, team-oriented, and professional cultures, improve employee engagement/retention levels, promotes diversity and inclusion, fosters professional development, recruits qualified personnel, develops steadfast client partnerships, and ensures full compliance.

King received her Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Science, Human Resources Development.

Sandra McBride is an HR Leader with vast knowledge and experience in Talent Acquisition and Talent Management.

She received her Bachelor’s degree at the historical (HBCU) Oakwood College in Huntsville, Alabama, and then went on to receive her Master’s degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology from Roosevelt University in Chicago, Illinois.

Sandra inspires and cultivates a team-driven atmosphere for recruiting professionals. She provides mentorship, guidance, and career development to members of her team. She supports the C-Suite executives and the board of Directors in delivering and executing the Talent Strategy.

Sandra manages and implements Diversity & Inclusion recruitment strategies for defined business areas and reports trends to leadership. She enjoys counseling hiring executives and others on hiring procedures and provides any needed coaching on interviewing techniques. She mentors early-career HR professionals and volunteers for non-profits and civic organizations within Chicago and Southern California.

My role as Ambassador for DEI initiates in the African American community is vital for creating a meaningful and successful workplace. Over the past couple of years, I have been working with inner-city youth to create resumes and interview preparation so that they can enter the job market with great opportunities. As part of the long-term vision, I continue to mentor and foster their ongoing career development.

Sharon is a dynamic leader with extensive experience in driving strategic and operational initiatives and transforming global HR organizations. With a focus on bridging human capital strategy and technology, Sharon excels at enhancing business efficiency, improving employee processes, and fostering a positive organizational culture.

Specializing in cross-functional leadership, Sharon has a proven track record of optimizing operations, guiding governance, and aligning people strategy with organizational goals. Expertise in data analytics and business intelligence has helped Sharon create competitive advantages and drive enterprise-wide transformation. Sharon also builds strong relationships with stakeholders and vendors to facilitate change and deliver results.

A champion of people development, Sharon thrives in environments that demand innovation, collaboration, and high-performance cultures. With a deep curiosity about human dynamics and a commitment to individual growth, Sharon focuses on delivering tangible outcomes.

Beyond work, Sharon is a founding member of Elevate & Lead: Women of Valor, an initiative supporting young girls through education, mentorship, and community engagement. Sharon is dedicated to empowering future leaders and fostering inclusivity and positive change.

Whether leading technology projects or mentoring the next generation, Sharon is committed to driving impact, innovation, and empowerment.

Ms. Franklin is a successful business owner with over 35 years of professional experience in Project Management, Business Development, and Human Resources. She has successfully provided practical business solutions and management skills to major clients generating and delivering substantial revenue.

Ms. Franklin’s Project Management experience included: Developing schedules and budgets to support contract requirements; Establishing management techniques such as Total Quality Management, Technologies Resources Planning, Just-In-Time planning, and Critical Path Management Resources to ensure production efficiency; Managing the performance of contract activities, including financial reporting; Developing a Resource Planning Program resulting in significant cost reduction in contract negotiation.

Ms. Franklin’s Business Development experience included a number of techniques designed to help expand existing and new business opportunities. These techniques included the assessment of marketing opportunities and target markets, intelligence gathering on customers and competitors, generating leads for possible sales, follow-up sales activity, and formal proposal writing, securing local and state certifications for federal contracts. These business development strategies involve evaluating a business and then realizing its full potential, using such tools as marketing, sales, information management and customer service.

Ms. Franklin’s earned her a leadership role as the Vice President of the Human Resources Department, delivering HR services to 300 employees and subcontractors in 40 states. Ms. Franklin possesses strong leadership skills in the areas of recruitment, employee relations, leadership building and employee development, sexual harassment training, workers’ compensation, benefits and policy compliance with Federal and State laws. She successfully re-engineered the HR Department policies and practices, aligning them with the company goals and objectives.

Writing • Television • Film Production • Entertainment • Organizational Leadership

Instead of what makes me stand out, I will tell you what makes me get up. Another chance to use my creative gifts, artistry, and skill set to encourage, inspire and empower folks to live - fully and freely!

With a rich tapestry of media storytelling under my belt, my journey at Punkin Studios is marked by the creation of compelling narratives that promote kindness. At the heart of my mission is to weave stories that not only entertain but also foster understanding and inclusivity.

My role at kindness.org complements my professional pursuits, allowing me to advocate for intentional acts of kindness, and the promotion of the science of kindness. This dual path highlights my dedication to compassionate leadership and my expertise in producing content that resonates with diverse audiences, driving the KINDNESS revolution forward.

Tarra Jackson, known as Madam Money®, is the best-selling author of the three cult favorite books "Financial Fornication," "4 Financial Languages: The Secrets to Communicating about Money," and “The DUALpreneur Bible: 10 Commandments to Starting a Successful Side Business.” Tarra is a personal finance expert and animated International Speaker.

Tarra is the founder of DUALpreneur®, an organization that provides support services, resources, and events for people with side gigs, like the International Hybrid conference called #SIDEGIGCON. This conference connects attendees with successful business owners and experts, and like-minded entrepreneurs to help them turn their side gigs into profitable businesses.

Tarra’s experience, knowledge, and witty sense of humor make her a valued resource and favorite financial commentator for national and international media outlets such as the Black News Channel (now theGRIO), Radio One, Fox News, and Al Jazeera English.

Tarra is a regular financial contributor for national magazines, such as Black Enterprise and Upscale Magazines, and has also appeared in numerous syndicated radio shows, like the Rickey Smiley Morning Show and Get Up! With Erica Campbell, as well as national events, like the Essence Music Festival.

Tarra’s extensive professional background includes an extensive career in the financial services industry as a Vice President of several financial institutions across the country and Interim President & CEO of an Atlanta, GA-based credit union. She also owns several successful businesses, including SRJ Business Solutions (dba SRJ Websites), a technology boutique that provides minority small businesses with website development, virtual event production, and business coaching.

Tarra's passion is to help her audience experience more pleasurable and enjoyable relationships with their finances through fun interactive presentations, webinars, and keynotes.

Bennett, a mother of three, has enjoyed a rich and multi-faceted career in the entertainment industry having worked as a director, producer, actress, singer/songwriter, screenwriter, and manager.

Bennett made her directorial debut with the independent feature film “FLIP THE SCRIPT,” is currently completing the series MY SWEET LIFE, which she co-created/wrote and stars. Additional credits include; EXTRACTION, which she Co-Produced/Directed, and Stars. She wrote, directed, produced, and starred in the award-winning film BLUEPRINT and many more. Bennett has over fifteen stage directing & producing credits which include; the critically lauded musical, and L.A. Times critic pick, “DICK AND DON’S FABULOUS 60’S ROCK AND SOUL SPECTACULAR,” which she also created. In front of the camera, Bennett’s credits include; performing On & Off Broadway, Television, Film, and Recording Industry. After taking an acting hiatus, Bennett returned to her first love and is currently recurring in the new series; STUCK WITH YOU, BOSCH, 68 WHISKEY, and GAMES PEOPLE PLAY, to name a few. Bennett is also an accomplished singer/ songwriter and was part of the RCA pop recording group “ALTITUDE”. She’s the CEO/Founder of RECLAIM HAVEN a health and wellness program, and ROYAL ONE ENTERTAINMENT, a management and production company.

Todd B. Keith is the President & CEO of Elite Auto Network of Beverly Hills, a licensed and bonded car brokerage firm.

Mr. Keith earned his BS in Pan African Studies from California State University-Northridge. His main fields of expertise include business, marketing, strategy, and mentoring. Mr. Keith has more than three decades of experience making him a true business leader.

Mr. Keith utilizes his strategic and business skills to continuously lead his successful company to prosperity. Elite Auto Network of Beverly Hills is a firm specializing in vehicle brokering, fleet management services, and passenger transportation. Elite Auto Network of Beverly Hills is a licensed and bonded firm that delivers excellence. Elite has the best team of experts who have established a network of related services for its client’s transportation requirements. For more than 30 years, Elite Auto Network of Beverly Hills has grown its business and formulated efficient solutions for private and commercial clients. The firm’s services simplify customers vehicle needs and fleet requirements.

Mr. Keith is a recipient of the 2018 Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce Member of Year.

Mr. Keith is committed to the success of Black businesses. He mentors several start-ups and companies that have been operating for years. He also mentors’ young people who have a passion for the car broker business. Mr. Keith has hired hundreds of minorities over the 30 years Elite Auto Network has been in existence.

Tony Hardy, founder of KDU, identified unused and outdated sneakers as an underutilized resource. From that realization, he sought to develop an organization that would function as a bridge between sneaker collectors and those who need sneakers.

During the fall of 2014, Kick Dreams United © (KDU) was founded on a key possibility…what if the sneaker culture emerged as civic-minded? Tony Hardy, founder of KDU, identified unused and outdated sneakers as an underutilized resource. From that realization, he sought to develop an organization that would function as a bridge between sneaker collectors and those who needed sneakers. After the Baltimore Riots of 2015, Tony was motivated to take positive action. He began his mission by taking sneakers out of his closet and delivering them to individuals living on the streets of Baltimore City.

From the inception of KDU Tony has enthusiastically united the citizens of the sneaker culture. They united to provide tennis to Baltimore City Public School students returning to school in Fall 2015; they united to provide meals and tennis to individuals without residence in Baltimore City; with global interest, they united to provide sneakers to the youth of Rwanda, Africa. Through a partnership with Shooting Touch of Boston, in three visits to Boston, 2015-2016, KDU has delivered over 500 pairs of sneakers. Shooting Touch interns have delivered the sneakers in person to Rwanda. Realizing that this initiative has the potential to significantly impact many precious lives, KDU is honored to be an ongoing provider of sneakers for Rwandan youth.

The KDU team remains active in the mission to provide sneakers. In addition to the above-referenced outreach activities, KDU has expanded to include sneaker provision to group homes and domestic violence prevention centers. Additionally, KDU supports academic and faith-based outreach initiatives. As a result of hurricane damages, KDU has received requests to provide sneakers to students in Texas and Florida. 50 of 250 designated pairs of sneakers have been sent to Texas.

The two-fold success of KDU is as follows: in the process of sneaker collection, Tony Hardy encourages youth and other citizens to get involved in community outreach. As a result, KDU has distributed over 7,000 pairs of sneakers. As requests and outreach opportunities occur, KDU continues with the collection, cleaning, and delivery of sneakers to service organizations, and directly to individuals living on the streets in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. areas.

As the owner and broker of TRAY REALY ADVISORS, I have a passion for helping individuals and families achieve their real estate dreams. With over 5 years of experience in the real estate industry and certifications as an Accredited Buyer’s Representative, Relocation Specialist, and Certified Home Marketing Specialist, I pride myself on being a trusted advisor rather than a salesperson. I founded my brokerage to prioritize transparency and integrity in an industry that often overlooks these values.

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to sell a luxury estate, my goal is to provide expert guidance tailored to your unique needs. I take the time to educate my clients, offering them the tools to make informed decisions throughout the process. Having obtained my B.S. in Business Management with a concentration in Project Management, I am equipped with the organizational and negotiation skills necessary to ensure that every transaction runs smoothly. Prior to real estate, I worked in Corporate America amongst C-level executives, where I honed my abilities in project management, client relations, and problem-solving—skills that continue to serve me well in real estate.

When I’m not helping clients, I enjoy spending quality time with my husband, traveling, cooking, and completing home improvement projects. I am an active member of the Metro South Association of Realtors, the Georgia Association of Realtors, the National Association of Realtors, and a proud Healthy Heart Nation ambassador.

During my career, I have developed and utilized problem solving skills, process improvement methodologies, business process management abilities, business requirements gathering capabilities, management mentoring expertise and cultivating inter-departmental team collaboration.

I bring passion, dedication and a goal centered approach to the table and communicate to ensure that I am providing value. I specialize in business operations, business process management, information systems development analysis, management advisement and mentoring. My aim is to maximize profitability and minimize cost by fostering process efficiency to meet organizational goals. I enjoy learning and taking on challenges. I especially enjoy working in a team environment. My goal is to comprehend and exceed your expectations.

look forward to connecting with you.