People You Should Know
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 April 2018
Vegan Chef Adyre, 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!
Motivational Speaker Jeremy Anderson
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.
"Queen of Dark" Model Nyakim Gatwech
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.
Samuel Cannonier
Some people are good with numbers, and some are not. Samuel Cannonier is good with numbers, and he’s sharing his knowledge in PYSK to help others achieve their finance goals.
Designer Char Glover
Char Glover didn’t want to be a fashion designer as a kid, but God had other plans for her. Fast-forward to 2014 and she won 4th place on Bravo’s “Project Runway”. Read more on Glover’s journey.
Karyn Temple
Register of Copyrights and Director of the U.S. Copyright Office Karyn Temple shares her knowledge on copyright laws, its importance, and updates the office is making to better serve the public.
A King Saving Kings
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.
Chef Mommy
Heather Martin started her YouTube channel because her 4 kids food allergies forced her to change their diet. So, she turned herself into a vegan chef to ensure her kids (and hubby) still eat good, but with slight modifications.
Bosslady Deesha Dyer
Two words describe former White House Social Secretary Deesha Dyer: hardworking and go-getter. Those two words have set Dyer apart from the others and the 40-year-old is just getting started. Yes, Queen! Yes!
On-air Talent and Producer Dana Blair
Everyone has their own version of success and TV Correspondent Dana is no different. Her version includes following her dreams and living her best life, so don’t hate…live your best life too!
Natural Hair Queen Gwen Jimmere
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.
Food Artist Brittany Earle
Earle’s cakes are pretty on the outside and taste just as good as it looks on the inside. She uses her artistic side to make her cakes, cupcakes, cake pops, and cookies look like works of art. From cakes to cupcakes Earle’s mastered it!
Resume Guru Melanie L. Denny
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.
Shoe Designer Eric Jones
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.
Hair Color Queen Naturally Tash
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.
Game Creator Ken Johnson
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.
Ellis Island Tea CEO Nailah Ellis-Brown
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.
Radio Veteran Mary Flowers-Boyce
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.
Food Stylist Chef Elle Simone Scott
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.
Content Creator Javan Cornelius
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.
Artist/Painter Chris Dyre
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.
Foodie Ysahai Martin
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.
Ask Jennyfer
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.
Radio Personality ML6
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.
