This Black History Month, The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) proudly spotlights three remarkable individuals as part of our "Amplifying Black Voices" feature. These rising innovative entrepreneurs and celebrated experts exemplify the culmination and continuation of the legacy of great Black leaders past and present. Through innovation, education, and dedication to their communities, they are making an indelible impact locally and globally.
Starting on February 3*, tune in to special episodes of Motivational Mondays featuring these trailblazers. Learn how they are breaking barriers, challenging inequities, and inspiring positive change in the world.
*Stay tuned after a special Valentine’s themed episode on February 10 for additional Black History Month featured guests.
Motivational Mondays, February 3, 2025
Our first feature highlights Canadian tech entrepreneur, educator, and advocate Tamar Huggins. As the founder of Tech Spark, Tamar is leading the charge to redefine tech education with culturally relevant AI tools. Her work empowers students, challenges systemic bias, and promotes inclusivity.
With her groundbreaking Spark Plug platform, Tamar is not only transforming how schools and organizations use AI but is also ensuring these technologies prioritize equity. Her efforts are setting a new standard for technological innovation that serves and uplifts diverse communities.
Motivational Mondays, February 17, 2025
Next, we welcome Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings, the dynamic duo behind the transformative platform Earn Your Leisure and authors of You Deserve to Be Rich. Rashad and Troy are reshaping financial literacy for Black and Brown communities by breaking down complex financial concepts into actionable insights.
Through their groundbreaking work, they are empowering individuals to take charge of their financial futures and build generational wealth. Their dedication to educating and inspiring their audience is redefining what it means to have economic power in underserved communities.
Motivational Mondays, February 24, 2025
Closing our series is the incomparable Jawn Murray, an acclaimed television producer, Daytime Emmy nominee, and NAACP Image Award recipient. As the Executive Producer of The Sherri Shepherd Show, Jawn has garnered recognition for his creative vision and dedication to representation in entertainment.
Jawn’s impactful documentary Soul of a Nation: Black in Vegas, aired on primetime on ABC, showcases his talent for storytelling and highlights the importance of Black voices in media. Dubbed “The Pop Culture Expert” by CNN, Jawn’s career spans major platforms like the Travel Channel and NFL Network, making him a trailblazer in media and beyond.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our readers for joining us in celebrating Black History Month. Through the stories and achievements of these incredible individuals, we hope to inspire a deeper commitment to creating a more inclusive world. Together, we can continue to amplify voices that have the power to transform and unite communities everywhere.