Cece In The City

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  • Interview with Andrea Ward

    Interview with Andrea Ward

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do?

    A. My name is Andrea Ward, I am an award-winning Film Director, Producer, Writer, Actress, Activist against domestic violence as well as the great niece of Billie Holiday.

    Q. How has your experience been being a celebrity fashion stylist?

    A. It’s been amazing, I did fashion designer for 7 years and styling for 4 years.

    Q. Are you working on any new projects or upcoming events?

    A. Yes, I am working on Friend: The Awakening would be my first feature film starring Singer/Songwriter Eyemki, Keyawna Nikole, Inkwhore333 and several other major names.  

    To see full article https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_november_2022_final1

  • Interview with Brown Shuga

    Interview with Brown Shuga

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do?

    A. My name is Brown Shuga, an afro dancehall artist from West Africa, Nigeria.

    Q. Who inspired you to pursue a career in music?

    A. Growing up for me as a young artist I was inspired by this dude called Bully Banton who I looked up to in the neighborhood who was a reggae dancehall artist at the time.

    Q. How would you describe the music you typically create?

    A. The kind of music I typically create is a fusion of Afro and reggae dancehall which I call Afro Dancehall.

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_november_2022_final1

  • Interview with Rekha

    Interview with Rekha Ananthanpillai

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do?

    A. I am a business consultant turned fashion designer. Most recently I launched my label, La’Agra. It is a line of women’s evening wear that draws inspiration from my Indian heritage.

    Q. How did you come up with the name La’ Agra and what’s the meaning behind it?

    A. Agra is a place in India that is the home to a lot of artisanal wear. My brand is about bringing those elements into modern day evening wear for women.

    Q. Where do you see your career in the next five years?

    A. Eventually I would love to open up a store and maybe even a restaurant. For me, It’s about creating a luxury experience when you wear a La’Agra dress and that is what I want to deliver to my customers.

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_november_2022_final1

  • Interview with Caroline Labouchere

    Check out the article we did on Caroline as she talks about her journey and career.

    Check it out https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_november_2022_final1

  • Legacy

    What type of Legacy do you want to leave/carry before your time is up?

    The Legacy I want to leave to my family is business and ownership of things. I want them to have something that continues down the line entrepreneurship. This will carry the name on forever from generations and generations. My business is one I will teach them everything they need to know about ownership and running a business.

    Schools don’t teach kids those things we as a generation need to be taught. Business wealth goes a long way.

    Let me know what you plan to leave behind.

  • What Are Your Values and Beliefs

    What Are Your Values and Beliefs

    When I think about values and beliefs I think of honesty and loyalty. Most people think of beliefs and think of their religion, but I don’t want to go the religion way with beliefs and values.

    Values and Beliefs -My values are definitely honesty, respect, kindness and believing in myself. Beliefs- Just making it happen, going after what you want. I can do anything I put my mind to.

    Let me know what your Values and Beliefs are. 

  • Interview with Richard Shaw JR

    Interview with Richard Shaw JR

    By: Where it Begins

     

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do.

    A. I am a Black gifted and purpose driven male born and reared in Atlanta, Ga. I am a professional musician who uses the saxophone as a tool to inspire others through music and Believing Again.

    Q. What has been your greatest accomplishment that you’ve received in your career?

    A. Leaving Corporate America in 2019 and being able to pursue music full-time.

    Q. If you could perform anywhere in the world, where would it be?

    A. I would love to perform in Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates! I’m 70% Nigerian so I want to perform where my roots are and Dubai because it is one of the wealthiest and cleanliest places in the world. 

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_november_2022_final1

  • Interview with Lorenzo Williams

    Interview with Lorenzo Williams

    By: Where it Begins

     

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do.

    A. My name is Lorenzo, I am a health coach and educator.

    Q. Tell us a little bit about your journey and how you got to where you are today.

    A. I am a two-time cancer survivor and also Covid-19 survivor. We contribute my survival first to the grace of God and then a God Inspired Nutritional diet to a full recovery in the body.

    Q. Do you offer any programs for fitness?

    A. Our main focus is on nutrition, although fitness and exercise are a part of our program. Our main focus is what is necessary for one to put in their body for internal strengthening and fighting sickness and disease. 

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_november_2022_final1

  • Interview with Jon Plair

    Interview with Jon Plair

    By: Where it Begins

     

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do.

    A. My name is Jon Plair, I am a Musician/Songwriter/Producer.

    Q. What motivated you to pursue a career in entertainment?

    A. Foundationally my dad and my older brother….as well as a few music mentors and artists that I have aspired to be like.

    Q. What has been your most memorable accomplishment you’ve received in your career?

    A. To date…performing on BET for Dr. Bobby Jones Gospel Finale Show. 

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_november_2022_final1

  • The Rejection Myth

    The Rejection Myth

    Rejection is simply someone’s opinion. Do not allow it to mean anything more than that.