Life is challenging, and the struggle can be real. However, knowing that you have God’s favor (Spiritual Nepotism), you should never worry. Keep your undying faith, and know that He got you!

Dr. Lloyd began her adult working career with the Archdiocese of Chicago on the south side of Chicago.  Her first assignment was an administrative role with St. Clotilde Grammar School and Saint Martin DePorres High School. Later, she accepted a position with Chicago Youth Centers on the Westside of Chicago,

“Everything that is or was began with a dream… and the future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” — Breon Arzell

I call myself a dessert connoisseur or a weak soul who loves the taste of some good desserts. There’s nothing like good pastry baker’s desserts that can mesmerize you and make you desire more.

Nicole Toni was inspired as a child, dreaming in color literally! She was gifted with the ability to envision the beauty in someone and was inspired by all facets of artistry.

She earned her bachelor’s degree in English from Talladega College, Talladega, AL (HBCU), and her master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction in Education from Concordia University.

Associate Attorney with The LOOMARTEE Law Group, LLC, and the Senior Director of Legal Education for Kaplan Bar Review.

FIRST LADY is a Pioneering House Music DJ, a member of “The Frankie Knuckles Lifetime Achievement DJ Hall of Fame,” ranked #17 on “The Top 30 Black Women in Media” by Radio Facts.

On September 13, 2002, Barbershop, starring Ice Cube as Calvin, hit the big screen, giving us a glimpse into the world of a barber and his business.

Crochet is a versatile craft that can be used to create a wide variety of items, and my next guest at Club Fifty has mastered the one hook technique to make the most fashionable clothing and accessories with yarn.

Lisa is the Executive Producer for The Saturday Morning Wake Up Show with Jeanne Sparrow on V103 (she works directly for Jeanne, not V103) and Jeanne’s Podcast “Fearless Authenticity” on Iheart.

Providing care for our aging parents is a blessing and should never be seen as a burden, curse, or turmoil. After all, we owe it to them to treat them with dignity and respect;

Her business name is Y-NOT Boutique, a female clothing store she operates from a hair salon. The boutique carries sizes 4 thru 22. Y-NOT collections are for reserved women that are looking for an edgy look. 

Chef K has worked throughout the City of Chicago, teaching youth in the Chicago Public Schools and managing restaurants and hotel management. Chef K is also the founder and owner of That Jerk Spot LLC, which provides catering services and operates a mobile food truck business.

To start understanding my trauma, I had to find a purpose to live. Reasons to want better. Make promises to try, then vowing to fight for my life or die trying. It took me being a SURVIVOR to truly start putting things into perspective.

D.A. Rhodes is the author of the Award-winning novel, WHY?, which won an Outstanding Achievement Award in Literary Fiction from the African American Arts Alliance of Chicago. She is also the author of The Day Hate Stood Still.

Leslie Holley is a Nationally Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC, NCC (MD, DC, VA, MO). The latter earned her Master’s in Community Counseling from DePaul University, where she taught Master’s level clinical counseling courses as an adjunct professor.

She attended Howard University, where she earned her BFA in Theatre Arts. Tiffany is currently a full-time actress and divides her work between the camera and the stage. She absolutely loves the power of the story. Her television credits include The Chi, Shameless, Chicago PD, Soundtrack, Chicago Med, APB, Embeds, and Chicago Fire.

Candice Nelson, Founder, and CEO of Anthony Adams House Inc., has over 26 years of experience working with at-risk youth; Candice has enjoyed several positions, including working with not-for-profit, fundraising, and event planning. Candice also has an extensive background working in both Secondary and Post-Secondary Education.

Daryl Sledge produced the award-winning HBO Best Short Form Film “2nd Life” and Saatchi & Saatchi’s Achievement in Film Feature Documentary “THAT DAUGHTER’S CRAZY.” In addition, he produced the critically acclaimed Off-Broadway One Woman Show “FRIED CHICKEN and LATKES,” which chronicles the life of Rain Pryor, daughter of comic legend and icon Richard Pryor. He is also known for “I AM LEGEND” and “AMERICAN GANGSTER.”