Tamika Quillard’s graphic design business attracted clients like BET and AARP (the American Association of Retired Persons), which turned to her for ad campaigns. Her
Jacqueline Pruitt, founder, and owner of Marvella Steel Placers (MSP) starts her day at 6 a.m., sitting at a desk in front of the computer
Walking through the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City, Missouri years ago, seeing the talent and accomplishments of Black athletes who had persevered against
Ms. Cathie Nicholas is the owner and operator of The Nicholas Dance Studio located at 4273 Crenshaw Boulevard. An award-winning expert of the art of dance, she has performed at Carnegie Hall and taught Master Classes at Stanford and Duke Universities. Ms. Cathie also happens to be the granddaughter of Fayrad Nicholas of the iconic and legendary Black dance duo, the Nicholas Brothers.
Created during the pandemic last year, Sole Folks was intended to be a South LA specialty shop selling the latest exclusive kicks and streetwear. The venture, started by Akil West, Taz Arnold and Nika King, has become more than just a store, though. It’s now a creative hub for Black entrepreneurs.
Founded by Felicia “The Poetess” Morris, a 25-year radio veteran and new media enthusiast, in 2014, Morris Media Studios began with an idea to create an internet radio network. After finding space in South LA’s historic Leimert Park District, however, that idea evolved into something bigger – creating a space for creators with limited resources to host and produce their own content.
KAOS Network is a multimedia arts center located in Leimert Park that offers a way for the artistically talented and art enthusiasts of South Los Angeles to enjoy trans-media and multimedia art disciplines being offered in the community. KAOS Network creates a warm and open environment where everyone can participate and engage with the work being presented.
