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  • Interview with Young Bleed

    Interview with Young Bleed

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and where you’re from.

    A. I am Mr. How You Do That There himself. Ya Boy Young Bleed from South Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

    Q. What is one of your biggest accomplishments you have had being in the music industry?

    A. One of my biggest accomplishments was having a gold number 1 Billboard record in 1998.

    Q. Who or what inspired you to get into the music industry?

    A. My biggest inspiration is God, My Family & eras of artists & musicians. This is what keeps me going every day in life.

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_magz_september_2020

  • 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

  • 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

  • Interview with Gabrielle Mazar

    Interview with Gabrielle Mazar

    By: Where it Begins

     

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

    A. My name is Gabrielle (Gabi) Mazar. I own the Pilates Tempe fitness studio and work as a personal trainer, stretch therapist, Pilates instructor, podcast host, and owner of the Destination Fitcations fitness vacation company.

    Q. Was there a time in your career when you felt like you wanted to give up?

    A. Only about 100 or so times did I ever feel like giving up. However, I couldn’t give up because people depended on me. If I gave up, what would motivate my clients to keep going? We all have challenging times and sometimes the journey is hard, but the destination is worth it.

    Q. What is one fun fact about yourself?

    A. I am a first generation American who has traveled to more than 20 countries.

    To see full articke fo to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_november_2022_final1

  • Interview with Hawaii McLaughlin

    Interview with Hawaii McLaughlin

    By: Where it Begins

     

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

    A. Hi, my name is Hawaii McLaughlin. I am a martial artist, actress and influencer.

    Q. Who motivated you to pursue a career as an actress?

    A. I have always loved watching films and have always felt a pull towards the big screen.

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

    A. Korea, since I am half Korean, I would love to learn more about my heritage and culture.

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

  • Interview with Cassandra Smith

    Did you miss the article we did with Cassandra Smith? Make sure to check it out.

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

  • Interview with Cathy J Hood

    Did you miss the article we did on Cathy J Hood as she talks about her business and accomplishments.

    Check it out