Leaders In The Spotlight

Learning to delegate with Leonard Jackson

Season 5 Episode 2
Leonard Jackson, a dynamic entrepreneur and advocate for innovation. As the Founder and CEO of Norfleet Transportation, he leads a multimillion-dollar logistics company with over 100 employees and a successful freight broker training program. Leonard also has a rich background in entertainment, with acting credits in over 175 productions, and has authored the guide "How to Become a Successful Commercial Actor."
With nearly three decades of experience and an Executive MBA from Pepperdine University, he mentors HBCU students as a Judge of Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Learn more about Leonard at:
Norfleet Transportation: www.norfleettransportation.com
Freight Broker Training: www.norfleettraining.com
Entertainment & Writing: www.leonardjackson.com
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Executive Producer - Kimberly Sparks
Producer, Editor, Cinematographer and Sound Engineer - Ed Broaddus & Kids in the Spotlight Interns. Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CA
Producer/Media: Jaszmin Kuhner
Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry

Tige Charity talks COMMUNITY and LEADERSHIP with Dawn L. Brown

Season 5 Episode 1
Kicking off this Season 5 Episode1 with a twist! Our host, Tige Charity will be interviewed by Dawn L. Brown CEO of EmpowHer.
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Book: / Not Your 9-to-5 Girl: A dreamer's journey from the corporate jungle to the joy of social entrepreneurship
https://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Girl-corporate-entrepreneurship/dp/0692921656
Executive Producer - Kimberly Sparks
Producer, Editor, Cinematographer and Sound Engineer - Ed Broaddus & Kids in the Spotlight Interns.
Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CA
Producer/Media: Jaszmin Kuhner
Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry

Your Purpose will find you with Kandee Rochelle Lewis

Season 4 Episode 10Kandee Rochelle Lewis is a Masterful trainer, Certified Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Prevention Advocate, Kandee specializes in Trauma Awareness, Teen Dating Violence, Healthy Relationships, Leadership and developing youth to be Peer Advocates and Safety Partners.Kandee has received numerous awards & honors including 2018 Hope Award in Education; 2017 Women of the Year, Education, from L.A. County Board of Supervisors & Commission for Women; and 2017, Vanguard Award Most Influential African American’s In Los Angeles, Mover and Shaker Category, 2016 Humanitarian Award, 2015 Woman of the Year; and the 2014 Woman of Distinction.The Positive Results Corporation has received grants and funding from the following organizations under Kandee’s Leadership (partial list): Department of Justice, Office of Violence Against Women; Kaiser Permanente; AIDS Health Care Foundation, Allstate Foundation; Annenberg Foundation; Black Peace Office Association; California Black Women’s Health Project; California State Universities (Dominguez Hills, Long Beach, Northridge); Delta Sigma Theta; J.P. Morgan Chase; Los Angeles Police Department, Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department, The City and County of Los Angeles; Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission; Department of Mental Health; Los Angeles County Probation Department; Housing Authority for the City of Los Angeles; SoCal Gas Company; SCE; Social Justice Learning Institute; Uplift Family Services; HOPICS, L.A. Care and New Economics for Women.Kandee’s long list of collaborations and partnerships include K-12 schools, colleges, government, business entities, community & faith-based organizations who are committed to safeguarding, mentoring, nurturing, and educating youth, young adults, and their families to be leaders and thinkers, creating healthy relationships.Kandee has trained with The National Association of Sisters of Color Ending Sexual Assault, California Coalition Against Sexual Assault & Women of Color Network. She is a Founding Board Member for South Los Angeles Homeless (TAY) and Foster Care Collaborative, Compton’s Policing & Education Task Force, Los Angeles City Attorney’s Domestic Violence Round Table, and Los Angeles Mayor’s Human Trafficking Portal.GuestKandee Rochelle Lewiswww.prc123.orgwww.Facebook.com/PRC123Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/ Credits Host - Tige CharitySubscribe To @LeadershipRealitieswithTige here: http://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipRealitieswithTigeFollow us here: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/leadershiprealities/https://www.instagram.com/kidsinthespotlight/TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@leadershiprealitiesFacebook: / https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560564615747Linkedin: / https://www.linkedin.com/in/tige-charity-59614633/Book: / Not Your 9-to-5 Girl: A dreamer's journey from the corporate jungle to the joy of social entrepreneurship https://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Girl-corporate-entrepreneurship/dp/0692921656Executive Producer - Kimberly SparksProducer, Editor, Cinematographer and Sound Engineer - Ed Broaddus & Kids in the Spotlight Interns.Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CAMedia: Jaszmin KuhnerGraphic Designer: Sonya DeberryOpening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Feel the feelings as a Leader with Xavier Byers

Season 04 Episode 09
Xavier Byers was born & raised in Augusta, Georgia. Xavier attended Morehouse College, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He began his career at Turner Broadcasting as a summer intern (Finance), eventually supporting CNN, Cartoon Network, and Adult Swim. In 2014, Xavier accepted a position with Warner Bros. and moved to Los Angeles, CA, where he currently resides. Since moving, Xavier became active with the Black Employee professional group that he chaired for three years, where he successfully curated Diversity and Inclusion events and supported Film and TV projects with Senior C-suite Leaders. Currently, Xavier is a Production Finance Executive at NETFLIX, where he has worked on indie, mid-budget, and blockbuster budget films. He also sits on the Studio Finance DEI Counel. Xavier continues to be driven by opportunities to collaborate and move the culture forward while remaining passionate and committed to elevating creative content.
Guest: Xavier Byers
Instagram: @professor_xb
https://www.linkedin.com/in/xavier-byers-2517665/
Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/
Credits Host - Tige Charity
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Book: / Not Your 9-to-5 Girl: A dreamer's journey from the corporate jungle to the joy of social entrepreneurship https://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Girl-corporate-entrepreneurship/dp/0692921656
Executive Producer - Kimberly Sparks
Producer, Editor, Cinematographer and Sound Engineer - Ed Broaddus & Kids in the Spotlight Interns.
Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CA
Producer/Media: Jaszmin Kuhner
Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry
Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Feel the feelings as a Leader with Xavier Byers

Season 04 Episode 09Xavier Byers was born & raised in Augusta, Georgia. Xavier attended Morehouse College, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He began his career at Turner Broadcasting as a summer intern (Finance), eventually supporting CNN, Cartoon Network, and Adult Swim.
In 2014, Xavier accepted a position with Warner Bros. and moved to Los Angeles, CA, where he currently resides. Since moving, Xavier became active with the Black Employee professional group that he chaired for three years, where he successfully curated Diversity and Inclusion events and supported Film and TV projects with Senior C-suite Leaders. Currently, Xavier is a Production Finance Executive at NETFLIX, where he has worked on indie, mid-budget, and blockbuster budget films. He also sits on the Studio Finance DEI Counel.
Xavier continues to be driven by opportunities to collaborate and move the culture forward while remaining passionate and committed to elevating creative content.Guest: Xavier Byers Instagram: @professor_xbhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/xavier-byers-2517665/Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/Credits Host - Tige CharitySubscribe To @LeadershipRealitieswithTige here: http://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipRealitieswithTigeFollow us here: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/leadershiprealities/https://www.instagram.com/kidsinthespotlight/TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@leadershiprealitiesFacebook: / https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560564615747Linkedin: / https://www.linkedin.com/in/tige-charity-59614633/Book: / Not Your 9-to-5 Girl: A dreamer's journey from the corporate jungle to the joy of social entrepreneurship https://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Girl-corporate-entrepreneurship/dp/0692921656Executive Producer - Kimberly SparksProducer, Editor, Cinematographer and Sound Engineer - Ed Broaddus & Kids in the Spotlight Interns.Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CAProducer/Media: Jaszmin KuhnerGraphic Designer: Sonya DeberryOpening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Listening To Your Team with Theresa Lowe!

Season 04 Episode 08
Theresa Lowe is the Founder/Executive Director of the Lowe Family Foundation. Her dedication to this work connects her to a linage of community advocacy by way of her grandmother, who was an avid organizer and volunteer. Theresa’s core values focus on creating the highest level of academic excellence. Having a background in early childhood education, she uses her passion for encouraging young people to guide and uplift their respective communities. Visionary in her leadership, she often steps up to organize, plan and administer impactful community projects and activities; as demonstrated by her receipt of the Curren D. Price SHero award in 2015. Theresa has contributed to organizations that encourage high levels of student/parent participation. And has served as an advisor and led fundraising committees for numerous causes and educational institutions. The loss of access to learning and resources during the time of Covid has further amplified her drive to improving social and academic wellness.
Favorite Quote: "You can't lead the people if you don't love the people. You can't save the people if you don't serve the people." - Dr. Cornel West
https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresa-lowe/
Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/
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Book: / Not Your 9-to-5 Girl: A dreamer's journey from the corporate jungle to the joy of social entrepreneurship https://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Girl-corporate-entrepreneurship/dp/0692921656
Executive Producer - Kimberly Sparks Producer, Editor, Cinematographer and Sound Engineer - Ed Broaddus & Kids in the Spotlight Interns.
Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CA
Producer/Media: Jaszmin Kuhner
Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry
Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Listening To Your Team with Theresa Lowe!

Season 04 Episode 08Theresa Lowe is the Founder/Executive Director of the Lowe Family Foundation. Her dedication to this work connects her to a linage of community advocacy by way of her grandmother, who was an avid organizer and volunteer. Theresa’s core values focus on creating the highest level of academic excellence. Having a background in early childhood education, she uses her passion for encouraging young people to guide and uplift their respective communities. Visionary in her leadership, she often steps up to organize, plan and administer impactful community projects and activities; as demonstrated by her receipt of the Curren D. Price SHero award in 2015. Theresa has contributed to organizations that encourage high levels of student/parent participation. And has served as an advisor and led fundraising committees for numerous causes and educational institutions. The loss of access to learning and resources during the time of Covid has further amplified her drive to improving social and academic wellness.Favorite Quote:"You can't lead the people if you don't love the people.You can't save the people if you don't serve the people."- Dr. Cornel Westhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/theresa-lowe/Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/ Credits Host - Tige CharitySubscribe To @LeadershipRealitieswithTige here: http://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipRealitieswithTigeFollow us here: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/leadershiprealities/https://www.instagram.com/kidsinthespotlight/TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@leadershiprealitiesFacebook: / https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560564615747Linkedin: / https://www.linkedin.com/in/tige-charity-59614633/Book: / Not Your 9-to-5 Girl: A dreamer's journey from the corporate jungle to the joy of social entrepreneurship https://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Girl-corporate-entrepreneurship/dp/0692921656Executive Producer - Kimberly SparksProducer, Editor, Cinematographer and Sound Engineer - Ed Broaddus & Kids in the Spotlight Interns.Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CAMedia: Jaszmin KuhnerGraphic Designer: Sonya DeberryOpening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

"Listen-first" leadership with Angela Lee

Season 04 Episode 07
Angela Lee is a seasoned professional with a robust thirteen-year background in community development, sales, and non-profit initiatives. Executive Director of Harambee Ministries and Pastor on Staff of Fellowship Church. Angela Lee embodies a "listen-first" leadership approach. Examining the mission and vision of any team allows her to find alignment with her core values. Angela's skill set and experience are tailored to enhance the team's capabilities. Prioritizing active listening, cultural understanding, and identifying areas for improvement, she relies on absorbing institutional knowledge as a cornerstone of effective leadership. This approach empowers her to make informed decisions and build trust within the team.
Guest: Angela Lee
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-scott-lee-105414242/
https://www.harambeeministries.org/
Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/
Credits Host - Tige Charity
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Linkedin: / https://www.linkedin.com/in/tige-charity-59614633/
Book: / Not Your 9-to-5 Girl: A dreamer's journey from the corporate jungle to the joy of social entrepreneurship https://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Girl-corporate-entrepreneurship/dp/0692921656
Executive Producer - Kimberly Sparks
Producer, Editor, Cinematographer and Sound Engineer - Ed Broaddus & Kids in the Spotlight Interns.
Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CA
Producer/Media: Jaszmin Kuhner
Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry
Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

”Listen-first” leadership with Angela Lee

Season 04 Episode 07Angela Lee is a seasoned professional with a robust thirteen-year background in community development, sales, and non-profit initiatives. Executive Director of Harambee Ministries. Angela Lee embodies a "listen-first" leadership approach. Examining the mission and vision of any team allows her to find alignment with her core values. Angela's skill set and experience are tailored to enhance the team's capabilities. Prioritizing active listening, cultural understanding, and identifying areas for improvement, she relies on absorbing institutional knowledge as a cornerstone of effective leadership. This approach empowers her to make informed decisions and build trust within the team.Guest: Angela Leehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-scott-lee-105414242/https://www.harambeeministries.org/Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/ Credits Host - Tige CharitySubscribe To @LeadershipRealitieswithTige here: http://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipRealitieswithTigeFollow us here: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/leadershiprealities/https://www.instagram.com/kidsinthespotlight/TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@leadershiprealitiesFacebook: / https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560564615747Linkedin: / https://www.linkedin.com/in/tige-charity-59614633/Book: / Not Your 9-to-5 Girl: A dreamer's journey from the corporate jungle to the joy of social entrepreneurship https://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Girl-corporate-entrepreneurship/dp/0692921656Executive Producer - Kimberly SparksProducer, Editor, Cinematographer and Sound Engineer - Ed Broaddus & Kids in the Spotlight Interns.Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CAProducer/Media: Jaszmin KuhnerGraphic Designer: Sonya DeberryOpening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Leaders should be learning all the time with Beny Ashburn.

Season 4 Episode 6
Beny Ashburn CEO & CO-FOUNDER of Crowns & Hops Brewing Co. a Black-Owend Craft Beer Brand. Brand Architect Beny works collaboratively with creative minds to craft identities that truly resonate! As an Innovation Catalyst, she drives transformative change through strategies that push boundaries, while as a Creative Visionary. Beny leads bold campaigns that captivate and elevate brands, making them unforgettable in a competitive landscape. Her greatest strength lies in bringing together diverse teams across divisions to work seamlessly toward a shared vision, creating exceptional content and compelling stories that leave a lasting impact. Her areas of expertise are Brand Identity & Design, Marketing Strategy, Storytelling, Communications, Consumer Engagement, Ethical Marketing, Project Management, Strategic Partnerships, Concept Development & Execution EDUCATION
Guest: Beny Ashburn
www.benyashburn.com
https://www.instagram.com/benyashburn/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/beny-ashburn-0559314/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_E1hGHkXIS0
https://crownsandhops.com/
Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/
Credits Host - Tige Charity
Subscribe To @LeadershipRealitieswithTige
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Linkedin: / https://www.linkedin.com/in/tige-charity-59614633/
Book: / Not Your 9-to-5 Girl: A dreamer's journey from the corporate jungle to the joy of social entrepreneurship
https://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Girl-corporate-entrepreneurship/dp/0692921656
Executive Producer - Kimberly Sparks
Producer, Editor, Cinematographer and Sound Engineer - Ed Broaddus & Kids in the Spotlight Interns.
Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CA
Producer/Media: Jaszmin Kuhner
Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry
Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC