Randy Parker
While receiving his Bachelors degree at Morgan State University, Randy Parker embarked on a career in the music industry that led him to become an accomplished manager/producer/A&R. Parker’s appreciation for technology landed him a position as Ambassodor for Sol Republic, and Vice President of marketing at Slyde App.
Nicole George-Middleton
Nicole George-Middleton, Vice President of the Rhythm & Soul / Urban Membership Department at ASCAP (the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers), is responsible for the oversight and daily operational management of the department on a worldwide basis. ASCAP members include everyone from Beyonce, to Jay-Z, to Drake and the stars who work behind the scenes writing and producing chart-topping hits like Beyonce’s “Put A Ring On It,” Katy Perry’s “Firework” & “Teenage Dream,” Alicia Keys’ “Girl On Fire,” and Jay-Z’s & Kanye’s “No Church in the Wild.”
Najah Rahman
Najah A. Rahmaan Born in the Bronx, NY currently residing in Brooklyn, NY. Director of Operations/Accounts for a prestigious "boutique" Advertising/Design Agency in NY that creates and builds successful brands, strategic marketing campaigns and national programs for some of the largest companies in the world like Coca-Cola. In addition to a successful career in Advertising/Marketing Najah is a young entrepreneur with a growing Fashion Consulting/Events Co. "NajR Fashion Consulting" which predominantly caters to "The Everyday Woman" with a mission to inspire and uplift women of all ages through fashion, beauty and social awareness and involvement.
Surayya Barbee
Surayya Barbee is the founder of The Kids League. Barbee’s leadership and perserverance has guided her to becoming actively involved in her community. Barbee has served more than 8 years with other youth organizations, and is certified in natural healing modalities such as reiki treatments. This savvy entrepreneur began her journey as a designer in the fashion industry in 2000. Soon after, Barbee opened a boutique, showcasing premium designs in 2002. Since then, Barbee’s business skills parlayed her into the restaurant industry in 2006, which she previously owned and operated several ventures. Most recently, diversifying her portfolio, Barbee landed a position as an associate producer on a major network.
Michelle Huff
With a Bachelor’s degree from Bennett College and a Master’s degree in Marketing from LaSalle University, Michelle began working with the big boys right from the start as the International Marketing Director for Virgin Records. In 2002, Michelle decided to take the entrepreneurial path and start her very own company, HUFF Events & PR, a full service boutique specializing in the entertainment, sports and fashion industries. HUFF has managed events and strategic publicity campaigns for such clients as: Usher’s album release party for Confessions in New York City and LosAngeles and much more.
Iman Dean
Before making her mark in New York City’s ultra competitive catering market, Iman Dean learned the field from her parents by way of their family business, Kim’s Katering. Honing her craft until she turned sweet 16, the eager Tampa, Florida native took her talents up north to “The Concrete Jungle,” where she would start off hosting various Manhattan hotspots like chic establishments Babbo, Nobu and Jean-Georges’ Spice Market. Over the course of five years, she did whatever it took to make the venue run smoothly. And it was this diligence that earned her a manager position at Patroon, where Iman discovered the artistry behind the “universal language of food.”
Kianga “kiki” Peterson
21 year fashion veteran Kianga “kiki kitty” Peterson has launched her designer collection, K.Milele. Peterson has enjoyed over 2 decades of success, designing for major junior brands, including The Nicki Minaj Collection, Jay Z’s Rocawear, Nelly’s Apple Bottoms, Sean Comb’s Sean John, and Justin Timberlake’s William Rast. Peterson, now 39, decided to start from the core aspects that originally stirred her passion for design: draping, dressmaking, sewing and pattern making. The result…K.Milele; A contemporary collection that represents the powerful, savvy woman Peterson has become, intertwined with the bold, sassy girl she has always been. K.Milele is Peterson’s true voice of talent, originality and PROVEN SUCCESS