As an entrepreneur and educator, I am passionate about transforming communities through media and music. I am the founder and current owner of Media 22, a thriving media-based business in Madison, WI, specializing in diverse services, including DJ services for special events, Studio 22 (a recording, podcasting, and music production studio), and Radio 22 (an internet radio station focused on classic Hip-Hop/R&B). With over 17 years of experience, I have established myself as a respected leader in the media industry, dedicated to community engagement and youth empowerment.My journey in media began with Duce Duce Entertainment, an independent record label I founded in Milwaukee, WI, which I ran until relocating to Madison. I later served as the Radio Station Manager for WWMV-LP 95.5FM, a role that deepened my expertise in broadcasting and solidified my commitment to accessible media platforms.I hold degrees in Broadcasting and Electronic Communications from Marquette University and Recording and Music Technology from Madison Media Institute. I am committed to sharing my knowledge, particularly with young people, by working with local nonprofits, community centers, and schools to teach audio recording, music production, and podcasting. This commitment also extends to my two podcasts: Pick Up The Mic, addressing the achievement gap with local high school students, and Black Currency Podcast, which focuses on financial literacy for broader audiences.I am honored to have earned recognition as a leader who combines visionary business strategies with a deep-rooted commitment to social impact, helping to shape a more inclusive, empowered, and media-savvy community.Specialties: Media Production, Music Education, Community Engagement, Podcast Production, Audio Engineering, Financial Literacy Advocacy
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