March 2023

Trey Haley

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March 24, 2023
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By Nigeria Anderson

A Filmmakers Impact & Influence

Trey Haley is an entertainment Executive, Director, Producer and President and Partner at Tri Destined Studios, where he is responsible for the implementation of all productions within the company. He is also tasked with developing diverse venture collaborations and strategic alliances based on shared vision, values and goals. A passionate filmmaker with a diverse breadth and sensibility, Trey has directed and produced a variety of genres. His latest TV projects include the hit crime drama Carl Weber’s The Family Business, where he serves as the Director for the show and Co-Executive Producer. A fan-favorite, its ensemble cast includes Ernie Hudson, Valarie Pettiford, Darrin DeWitt Henson, Tami Roman, Javicia Leslie and Emilio Rivera, to name a few. In its fourth season on BET Plus, the show is consistently a top streaming show on BET for which Trey received a 2022 HAPAward for Best Director of a Television Series. The show is also an international hit for BET channels around the globe. Trey Haley is the Director and Co-Executive Producer behind the new hit limited series for BET Plus Carl Weber’s The Black Hamptons, which is described as Dynasty meets Baywatch. It stars Lamman Rucker, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Elise Neal, Brian White, Karon Joseph, Mike Merrill, Jennifer Freeman, Daya Vaidaya and Blac Chyna. The latest movies Trey directed include the sexy murder mystery Love Mary Kill starring Monique Coleman and Skye Black. Trey also conducts filmmaking master classes where he integrates hands-on learning to address the creative, technical and business aspects of film and television. (photo credit Tri Destined Studios)

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Freedom Imani

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March 18, 2023
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By Nigeria Anderson

Let Your Greatness Shine

International recording artist Freedom Imani, a singer, songwriter, vocal coach, and music arranger who started his journey singing at the age of 12. Freedom Imani’s newest project is very dear and near to his heart. Currently, he is performing and providing audiences with a sneak preview of one of his singles in memory of his mother. The title of the song, You Don’t Own My Life. Freedom is no stranger to singing and releasing hits. He released his live and unplugged jazz single entitled Breeve live in 2017 and later that year recorded It Feels Good with producer/composer Stuart Hart and Sonic Culture Studios for the new Google Duo commercial. It Feels Good undoubtedly became Stuart Hart’s new single featuring Freedom Imani on Apple Music. With the same company producer, two years later, Freedom recorded Don’t Ever Let Me Go and Dance Floor, which were featured on Season 1 of B.E.T.’s AMERICAN SOUL. Freedom is an artist. A young man from Baltimore who reminds us to be our authentic self on stage and off stage. Be consistent and let your greatness shine. If you are in New York City on Saturday March 18th, Freedom will be performing in the East Village at @NuBlu 151 Avenue C, New York, Showtime 6pm to 10pm.

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BRAD BUTLER II

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March 16, 2023
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By Nigeria Anderson

Professional Speaker

Brad Butler II is a husband, father, multi-award winning international youth and school motivational speaker. Before reaching this level of success, Brad Butler struggled with poverty, family addiction, low self-esteem, and school. After moving from Jersey City, NJ to the suburbs of East Windsor, NJ, Brad spent 10 years in Special Ed classes. During that time, he was told he was not academically prepared for college. Today it is evident that Brad Butler II was misunderstood like most young adults dealing with challenging environments. Before we drag our school system, there were two instrumental teachers who saw Brad’s light. He continues to thank them as he pays it forward by encouraging others. Brad Butler II now holds a Masters degree in counseling. He is also the CEO and Founder of Brad Butler II & Associates LLC. Brad Butler II is a full-time motivational speaker traveling the country spreading his signature message: Hope Is My Super Power, empowering everyone he meets with a message of hope and living by his motto: Make Your Next Day Your Best Day.

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Ciara Carroll

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March 13, 2023
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By Nigeria Anderson

A Candid Conversation

There continues to be a pattern of violence across America and it doesn’t appear to be slowing down. Even the White House and its representatives have experienced it allegedly. Here is a story I want to share about a young lady named Ciara Carroll. She was allegedly raped during a March Madness All Star Weekend event which took place in Atlanta, GA. This is not her trial, just her version of what took place back in 2021. Ciara Carroll’s story is not unfamiliar when it comes to industry events. However, if you are not a celebrity, your story may never reach the light of day. We hope her story may be used as a warning to others. Ciara Carroll is an aspiring recording artist and went to hangout with some friends. After the party, many went to a recording studio to listen to music. That’s when things changed for Ciara Carroll. I want you to hear her story. If this took place as she says, we hope she receives the justice she is seeking.

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