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Authors & Speakers

P.L. Crispin Anderson

Patricia-Crispin-Anderson

Patricia is the founder and CEO of Ultimate Connexions an event planning, marketing, publishing and booking company. Patricia is a member of O.E.S., P.H.A., and a Life Member of Zeta Phi Beta.

Dr. Tierney Bates

Tierney Bates

Dr. Tierney J. Bates has established himself as national thought leader, speaker, networker, career coach, innovator, and voice on diversity, equity, inclusion, and GENERATION NOW! He has given…

Lenny Berry

Lenny Berry

Lenny Berry is a recognized industry veteran in music, cannabis, hemp and real estate.


Calvin Brown, Ph.D.

Calvin t. Brown, Ph.D.

An urban planning academic and professional with close to 20 years of experience working in urban planning and over 10 years of teaching. Experience working with multiple stakeholders…

Honorable Jane Campbell

Honorable Jane Campbell

In November 2001, Campbell won the Cleveland mayoral election. She took office on January 1, 2002, becoming the city’s first female mayor.

John E. Girton, Jr.

John E. Girton, Jr.

John E. Girton, Jr. (aka Pastor G) is a serial solo-repreneur, urban servant leader, community pastor, author, and seasoned communications executive who has served in higher education for over two decades. 

Dawn Johnson

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Dawn L. Johnson is the CEO and the founder of the Victory Family Life Center. A new and upcoming non-profit organization that plans to benefit families in the Dayton Ohio area.

Ronald V. Johnson, Jr. Esq.

Ronald V. Johnson, Jr. Esq.

30+ years of progressive leadership in operations, legal and compliance. Proven track record of working closely with executive management providing strategic advice and counsel on legal…

Eric L. King, MA, MEd, LPCC

Eric L. King, MA, MEd, LPCC

Eric L. King, Sr. is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a graduate of Cleveland State University with Master’s degrees in Clinical Psychology and Community Mental Health Counseling.

Lydia M. Pope

Lyndia Pope

Lydia is currently serving as the 32nd President of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers, Inc., and the 3rd Woman in its 73-year history. Lydia M. Pope has been in the Real Estate Industry…

Lana Reid

Lana Reid is a published author, whose career path segued into public speaking in her efforts to change lives and enhance African-American relationships. Currently in the process of releasing the second…

Mark D. Ribbins

Mark D. Ribbins

Accomplished communicator with 30+ years of experience in radio, television, and digital broadcast media. A pastor/teacher who loves guiding people toward spiritual discovery and growth.

Craig A Thompson, Esq.

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Craig Thompson is a highly sought after speaker who brings a unique perspective to topics like leadership, goal setting and self-esteem. He has spoken throughout the country at churches, schools, colleges…

Eloy J. Vazquez, Sr.

Eloy J. Vazquez, Sr. is committed to enhancing the educational development of his students through his affiliation with a variety of organizations and his fraternity Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.