People You Should Know is a blog created and designed to inform readers about creatives, leaders, and industry trailblazers making their mark on the world. I’m searching across the globe for these unique stories because at the end of the day…these are the types of people that you should know.
Created by Malissa The Writer
ML6, DJ & Radio Personality
Radio personality and DJ ML6 has been in the industry for more than 10 years. She’s interviewed stars from all over and makes them feel welcome in Huntsville, AL via 103.1 WEUP FM. Read her interviewhere!
Nyakim Gatwech a.k.a. Queen of Dark
Model Nyakim Gatwech is making her mark in the modeling industry and helping pave the way for black models. She’s traveled to California, New York, Paris and more to grace fashion runways. Read her interview here!
ChefAdyre, owner of The Veggie
Vegan Chef Adyre Mason is making waves with her vegan food company The Veggie. After suffering for years with digestive problems, adult acne, and more she transition to vegan and started a new career because of it! Read her interview here!
Jeremy Anderson, Motivational Speaker
Jeremy Anderson knows what it’s like to struggle in school, abuse drugs and alcohol, and hang with the wrong crowd. He also knows what it’s like to overcome those struggles and now he’s helping our youth do the same. Read his interview here!
Melanie Denny, Resume Guru
Looking for a job? Need help making yourself more marketable to companies? There’s an expert to help with that and her name is Melanie L. Denny. Get the job you want and start the career path you’ve been dreaming about. Read her interview here!
Mary Flowers-Boyce, Radio Veteran & Comedian
Mary is the Head Writer for the Tom Joyner Morning Show and has been in the radio industry for more than 20 years. The award-winning Compton native also likes to write scripts and books, blogs, and is an improve student. Read her interview here!
ChefElle Simone, America’s Test Kitchen
Chef Scott has always dreamed of being a professional chef and she is living the dream as a Food Stylist for America’s Test Kitchen. She’s also helping other black women chef with her nonprofit SheChef Inc. Read her interview here!
Tosen Knight, Mentor & Educator
Toson Knight is changing the lives of black men one at a time through his nonprofit Caught Up. He’s determined to give back to his community by investing in the most endangered group in the black community: young black men. Read his interview here!
Ask Jennyfer, CEO of All Things Detroit
All Things Detroit Founder & CEO Jennyfer Crawford provides an outlet for Detroit entrepreneurs to sell their products (from food to clothing) in the heart of the city. Read her interview here!
Ysahai Martin, Comfort Cafe Food Truck
Foodie Ysahai is recreating your favorite comfort foods with her food truck Comfort Cafe. She and her crew are serving goodies named after landmarks in the Metro Detroit area. Read her interview here!
Chris Dyre, Artist
Artist Chris Dyre has finally found his calling in painting and is a force to be reckoned with. He’s focusing on making his art speak truth while standing out against the others. He’s also helping the youth use painting as an outlet. Read his interview here!
Javan Cornelius, Content Creator
Making movies, commercials, and videos gives one the power to show their vision of the world through their lens. Javan is a content creator both in front and behind the camera and he’s working his way to the top. Read his interview here!
Nailah Ellis-Brown, Content Creator
Family recipes can hold a special place in your heart and remind you of old times. Nailah is taking her family’s tea recipe and sharing the delicious flavors with us through her company Ellis Island Tea in Detroit, Michigan. Read her interview here!
Ken Johnson, Game Inventor
Ken Johnson created the Phase 10 game in his early 20s and is one of very few blacks in the gaming industry. Fast-forward 30 years later and he’s an inventor, entrepreneur, public speaker, and business owner. Read his interview here!
Gwen Jimmere , Natural Hair Queen
Jimmere is taking one for the team and is the first African-American woman to have a patent for natural hair products. She proves success is possible when you marry a dream with hard work. Read her interview here!
NaturallyTash , Crown Paint Colors hair dye
As more women continue to embrace their natural hair, more product options are being put on the market to meet those needs. Naturally Tash saw this years ago and has staked her claim with Crown Paint Colors hair dyes. Read her interview here!
Eric Jones, LFS Shoes
Clothes and shoes give a person the opportunity to express themselves through fashion. LFS owner Eric found his style and rocks his one of a kind shoe designs to give outfits an extra twist and make his look distinctive. Read his interview here!
