| Title | Impact Magazine, Fall 2020 [02] |
| Creator | Brown, Tunisha |
| Publisher | Tunisha Brown |
| Date | 2022 |
| Subject | African American periodicals; Utah periodicals; African American women; Lifestyles |
| Table of Contents | Tabitha and Choyce Brown; The who's who of Black Utah; Hair Luxury |
| Type | Text |
| Genre | magazines (periodicals) |
| Format | application/pdf |
| Extent | 40 pages |
| Language | eng |
| Rights | |
| Rights Holder | Tunisha Brown |
| Copyright Date | 2022 |
| Relation | https://www.theimpactmagazine.com/ |
| ARK | ark:/87278/s6sa43v3 |
| Setname | uum_imc |
| ID | 2209286 |
| OCR Text | Show IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 1 IMPACT LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Editor in Chief Tunisha Brown Instagram: @impactmagazine Twitter: @impact_magazine Email: info@theimpactmagazine.com Web: www.theimpactmagazine.com Layout and design by Final Draft Design www.finaldraftdesign.com Instagram: @reggiedupree Email: reggie@finaldraftdesign.com W e are all going to be faced with obstacles throughout this lifetime. How do you handle them? Do you face them head on or do you hide until life makes you face them? In this issue of IMPACT Magazine, you will read how Tabitha & Choyce Brown overcame the obstacles of not being authentic and colorism. Tabitha Brown says if you conform to try to fit in, you are not free! Right now, she and Donna are free and living an authentic life. Her daughter, Choyce Brown says she really didn’t begin to feel the effects of racism until she was in middle school. “That’s the age when everyone is like ignorant and mean and they don’t care.” She goes to say that the criticism didn’t lead her to depression, but it was more logical. It made her go to YouTube to research how to make her skin lighter and how to get people to like her. It wasn’t until she went to high school did she gain a bit of the confidence needed to know her as a person and her skin is poppin! Did you know there were black people in Utah? No, well keep scrolling through these pages to read about some amazing black men and women who are doing their thing in Utah that is felt around the world. Journey through these pages to be inspired to know that you can overcome any obstacle you are able to face. Be encouraged... TUNISHA C. BROWN EDITOR-IN-CHIEF @momentswithtunisha | @impactmagazine 2 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE CONTENT WHAT’S HOT IN THIS ISSUE 06 COVER STORY TABITHA & CHOYCE BROWN \\ 06 Award-Winning Independent Artist Exhibiting The Power Of Love To Inspire You To Change Your Story From Defeated To Winning THE WHO’S WHO OF BLACK UTAH \\ 18 Journey to Utah with IMPACT Magazine when we reveal black men & women who are putting in the work in Utah that is felt around the country. 12 HAIR LUXURY \\ 12 Who says black women cannot partner together to make a successful business not only work, but surpass its goals in the first year? Get to know Dr. Tammi Taylor & Jennifer Lewis and how they built the Hair Luxury Company 18 12 IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 3 4 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 5 Tabitha & Choyce B R O W N Overcoming Obstacles T abitha Brown literally and meta- Brown traveled around the States to pursue phorically satisfies the hunger her career. She landed notable theatrical of millions with her unique features including All Between Us alongside approach to veganism and her Tiffany Haddish, NBC’s hit comedy Will & wholesome, comedic personality. Whether it be a new recipe, acquiring some imparted wisdom, enjoying a laugh, or melting away to a soulful, soothing voice, Tabitha Brown is home base. The North Carolina born actress, vegan lifestyle personality, mother, and wife, has amassed over 3 million followers across platforms, 1 million of which was acquired in 30 days on TikTok, earning her the coined title of “America’s mom.” Brown’s unique journey to veganism highlights the intersection of personal discovery, food, and health. With a passion for acting, 6 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE Grace, and the ABC drama Switched at Birth. “She began to feel a glowing sense of true contentment, satisfaction, and health.” COVER STORY IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 7 F O R E V E R YOUNG You may or may not know Tabitha Brown’s story on how she became a vegan, which set the course to the life she is living today. In 2016, Brown found herself falling ill with chronic neck and head pain for nineteen months. Doctors could not find the cause to the symptoms Tabitha was having. The treatments the doctors were giving her didn’t help, Tabitha says they were actually making her worse. During this time, her daughter Choyce encouraged her to watch the Netflix documentary ‘What The Health’. Tabitha said, “It’s not everyday a teenager comes home to tell you to watch a documentary. Honey, pop the popcorn… let’s see what this is all about!” The documentary inspired Brown to start a 30-day vegan challenge, of which 10 days in, her pain dissipated. She began sharing vegan recipes online, her story, and philosophical wisdom, acting as only her true, authentic self. Through this process, she began to feel a glowing sense of true contentment, satisfaction, and health. However, it was not solely the veganism that led to this newfound happiness, but also her ability to be in her own skin, honest with herself, and doing something she genuinely loves. Although her innovative recipes encourage others to make delicious meals, audiences finish her videos with a new recipe for the soul, too. Since, Brown has led a vegan lifestyle, promoting the importance of physical, mental, and emotional health to achieve fulfillment. Led for people to feel seen, heard and love, Brown’s communication and relationships with audiences can be largely attributed to her background in acting. Perhaps most notable about Brown is her ability to draw viewers in and feel welcome into her world - even if it is through a screen. Her delicious, creative, yet simple recipes, sautéed with compassionate messages, and sprinkled with a pinch of humor, attract a large following that finds comfort in the ‘auntie they never had.’ Though the term “vegan” often polarizes audiences, Brown reinvents the idea of veganism, demonstrating that it can be accessible, inclusive, and accommodating for anyone. Brown has developed a role for herself, with her own script, direction, and audience. An unconventional way to rise to stardom, Brown paved a path to achieve her dream of being in front of a camera without sacrificing – and, in fact embracing – who she is and the unique, wholesome qualities that make her Tabitha Brown. “For a very long time, I tried to make other people feel comfortable. I always covered my accent because I was told to. Always wore my hair straight and long because I was told to. I was always trying to fit in. One of the reasons why I believe I was so sick was because I was suffocating the real me and I could not breathe. When you conform to try to fit in, you’re not free. Well honey, me and Donna are free now!” 8 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE During this same time, Choyce, Tabitha’s daughter was experiencing the ills of colorism at school. “I didn’t know how bad it was until she had gotten much older.” Colorism is something that we as darker black women go through in this life. Always being compared to our lighter counterparts. Always being put down because we are a reminder of the truth, that black is beautiful in our own skin. Brown has led a vegan lifestyle, promoting the importance of physical, mental, and emotional health to achieve fulfillment. Nations. Dr. Bertice Berry, who wrote to uncover all kinds of things that had never been analyzed and with her original dissertation on Colorism more than 30 years ago, has since been the subject of documentaries, scripted movies, books and even lawsuits says, “I was able to understand how the tactics of the so-called dominant group were used to divide and consequently conquer members of the so-called non-dominant.” In other words, black and white people have been using white standards of beauty to determine who was or could be considered beautiful. Choyce says she really didn’t begin to feel the effects of racism until she was in middle school. “That’s the age when everyone is like ignorant and mean and they don’t care.” She goes to say that the criticism didn’t lead her to depression, but it was more logical. It made her go to YouTube to research how to make her skin lighter and how to get people to like her. It wasn’t until she went to high school did she gain a bit of the confidence needed, to know her as a person and her skin are poppin! The world must get ready for Tabitha, Choyce… shoot, the whole Brown family! They are all amazing. The world is now catching up to it. They are going to keep being an IMPACT by overcoming all obstacles that may come their way. IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 9 10 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 11 Hair Luxury C O M PA N Y 12 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE Dr. Tammi Taylor & Jennifer Lewis The Science Behind Hair Luxury Hair Luxury Company is a vegan friendly organic hair care line created by cosmologist Jennifer Lewis and Microbiologist Dr. Tammi Taylor. Their products are infused with antifungal, antiviral, and anti-bacterial ingredients based in Jackson, MIssissippi. Not only will Hair Luxury Company products restore life to your hair, it will make it more luxurious, fuller, and manageable, whether in a protective style with braids, crochet, human hair wigs, course, fine, curly, and even relaxed hair. Hair Luxury Company provides products that will help you detox your hair follicles to rehydrate you’re hair from the roots to the ends. Since launching in 2019, these ladies have taken the hair industry by storm helping thousands of customers regain confidence wearing their natural hair and educating women on the importance of cleansing their scalp. Dr. Taylor & Miss Lewis also volunteer with high school and college students. Inspiring them to brand and market their ideas as entrepreneurs early. Educating the young ladies with the steps to start a business and an understanding of the rigors of owning a business. “At our seminars, we encourage high school students to use their social media as platforzms for branding their best qualities to inspire and empower others. Volunteering with the high school and college students to open their mind to think differently and seeing them achieve their dreams is why we do what we do to influence, inspire, and motivate.” The owners of the brand offer wholesale distribution of their products to beauty salons and cosmetologist all over the US. To inquire about pricing, contact support@hairluxuryco.com. To follow Hair Luxury Company, IG: @hairluxurycompany IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 13 14 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 15 For Guest Submissions: info@gwenbusinesscorner.com For Press and Advertising: info@gbcmedia.tv Stay socially connected with Gwen’s Business Corner with Deonta B @gwenbusinesscorner @gwennettawright @therealdeontab www.gwenbusinesscorner.com 16 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE Gwen’s Business Corner with Deonta B is a Multimedia Platform with a focus on educating, entertaining and inspiring viewers with transparent educational interviews. GBC is designed to providve an informative platform consisting of entrepreneurs, business professionals, celebrities, and independent artist/contractors. In addition to providing educational content GBC also provides brand communication, digital marketing, advertising, and video production services. The multimedia platform is in its 4th season expansion that is featured on FOX54, YouTube, and Facebook with additional digital streaming platforms being added to its successful reign in culture with Android TV, Apple TV, Fire TV, and Roku TV. IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 17 Shawn Newell Emma E. Houston 18 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE Cameron Williams Alyssha Dairsow James Jackson Michelle Love-Day Nikki Walker IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 19 NIKKI WALKER BRILLIANTLY UNIQUE Nikki turned to the PR industry to continue living her passion in the world of entertainment. N ikki Walker is a consummate Public Relations equivalent of a modern-day public relations professional Henry Higgings, she was thrusted into that with cross category experi- world and quickly learned the importance of ences in the fields of beauty, well-maintained relationships, media strate- fashion, celebrity and lifestyle. Specialties gies and effective crisis management. Tran- include media relations and press place- sitioning to and rising through the ranks at ment, celebrity seeding and wrangling, a well-known mid-sized NY beauty public press and red-carpet event development relations firm, Walker created an ethnic and activation, consumer engagement beauty division once home to Black Opal, and launch strategies. Ms. Walker has Crème of Nature, Luster hair Care and other carved for herself a unique niche in the ethnic brands seeking mainstream media industry with her ability to bring ethnic coverage. The award-winning publicist (Sil- brands into the mass consciousness and ver Anvil/Publicist of the Year) has worked create opportunities for mainstream with brands like Coca Cola, SONY, Universal brands to authentically penetrate diverse Records, PETA and Carol’s Daughter and markets. secured national coverage for clients on After a tabled career as a professional vocalist, Nikki turned to the PR industry to continue living her passion in the world of entertainment. While interning with the 20 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE cable and network television, morning talk shows, national radio and general market magazines such as Vogue, Elle, Glamour, In Style and others. Living Life to the Fullest In Walker’s former role as grams and initiatives focused Futures Gala committee, the Global Brand Awareness on Diversity and Inclusion, Salt Lake Community College Director for Young Living Es- workplace equity and belong- Professional Advisory Board, sential Oils, Nikki led domes- ing, community engagement Salt Lake Academy of Music tic community engagement, and Domo for Good. (SLAM) Board of Directors and global media outreach, strategic brand partnerships, civic and government relationships and corporate social responsibility and philanthropic efforts. Her team developed and executed all consumer facing activations and regularly engaged with the media to share Young Living’s message of whole life wellness with communities both home and abroad. As the current Director of Brand Experience and Community Engagement for Domo, she works with a team of professionals to elevate and amplify the brand by creating and driving PR pro- Throughout her career, Walker has remained active in her community and tied to the issues that matter most including those affecting women and children, mental health awareness in black and brown communities and urban poverty. As a member of The Order of Eastern Star, National Council of Negro The Children’s Center Board of Trustees, civic engagement remains an important part of her personal development and commitment to service. Ms. Walker was the recipient of the 2020 Diamond Award for Excellence in Civic Engagement and Business Endeavors presented by The Not Alone Foundation. Women, NAACP, The Utah Nikki currently lives in Lehi, Black Chamber of Commerce, Utah while her son, Jacob The Junior League of Salt Lake remains on the East Coast City, Sigma Beta Xi Sorority, where he is pursuing his Incorporated, KUED Adviso- undergraduate degree from ry Board, the Boys and Girls Bloomfield College. Club of Salt Lake City Great IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 21 Jac “ Mr. Jackson is often sought after by various communities, government, and corporations for guidance related to topics of diversity & inclusion. 22 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE James ckson, III THE FOUNDER James Jackson, III serves as the Supplier Diversity Program Manager as Zions Bancorporation, where he is responsible for building relationships with capable diverse suppliers who can provide goods and services across the enterprise. Mr. Jackson has worked in various areas of the financial industry for almost 20 years, and found his passion serving and building his community. In conjunction with his role at the bank, Mr. Jackson serves on several boards of directors, and is the founder of the Utah Black Chamber. Since its inception in 2009, the Chamber has grown to not only serve black-owned small businesses in Utah but has become the premier organization connecting and engaging Utah’s Black communi- A Man With A Plan ty and building bridges for inclusion. From the Chamber, James started or helped start several other programs to elevate Utah’s diverse community, including Living Color Utah and the Utah Diversity Career Fair. Mr. Jackson is often sought after by various communities, government, and corporations for guidance related to topics of diversity & inclusion. Such inquiries prompted Mr. Jackson to start his own business focused on providing coaching, training, teaching leadership, and organizational development. As a native Utahan, Mr. James Jackson, III is committed to the social and economic growth of the black and overall diverse community. His goal is to further promote Utah diversity with the hopes of it becoming a more attractive destination for people of color. IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 23 “ In childhood, Alyssha came to understand the power of having available resources in the form of people who looked like her. 24 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE Alyssha DA IRSOW The Visionary Alyssha Dairsow is a visionary and builder doing vital work for black girls and young women in an unlikely place: Utah. Her non-profit organization, Curly Me! is on a mission to educate, empower and encourage girls from 5-14 years old to be their best selves through community events and mentoring. A fter growing up on the East Coast, back home, Alyssha finally realized her true Alyssha was drawn to the beehive purpose for being in Utah. Pivoting from state in 2013 in pursuit of grad- graduate studies, she redirected her energy uate studies. New to the state, into finding and forming a strong team of the she quickly noticed the dearth of resources right people. In 2018, Curly Me! obtained its for black people in eneral, and specifically for 501(c)(3) designation. black children. She emerged from a period of self-reflection with an idea, and a trademarked logo. Today the organization continues to be a valuable resource for young black girls and their families, throughout the state. Their She began developing and hosting events events range from sleep-overs to book clubs such as Change the World with Her – where to excursions at the local Aviary, and every- participants get in-person access to pro- thing in between. fessionals of color like pilots, city planners, and news anchors to learn about different careers and ask questions. Other events, like High Tea with a Twist allow girls to wear their hair in twist-outs or plaits, get dressed up and be girly. Recently, they had a visit from Princess Tiana to remind every girl there that they can be a princess. In childhood, Alyssha came to understand the power of having available resources in the form of people who looked like her. Inspired Alyssha looks forward to the continued growth of Curly Me! and forging and nurturing connections with girls nation-wide and internationally. A group trip to visit African-American history museums while forging those connections is something she envisions. Outside of the organization, Alyssha enjoys traveling, karaoke and meeting new people. BUILDER by this, and by her mother who herself founded and runs a successful non-profit IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 25 Emma E. Houston Advocate Emma E. Houston works to shift mindsets, practices, and systems within the social sector to increase awareness around diversity, inclusion, and equity. Her work is designed to create inclusive spaces that celebrates, acknowledges, embraces, and understands the overachieving lens of diversity, inclusion, and equity. Emma helps organizations to define, implement, and advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to help create a social impact across the community. A longtime community advo- tion, Utah Black Chamber, Alpha cate, Emma is the former Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Director of Diversity Affairs Upsilon Beta Omega Chapter and is for Salt Lake County Government the owner and CEO of Brighter Day and currently serves as the Training Productions, LLC, a training and and Development Facilitator and consultant company. Diagnosed in team lead for the County’s I.D.E.A. 2005 at the age of 49 with Stage III imitative. Emma has provided DEI Breast Cancer, Emma relied heavily training conversations with LUCID, on family and a core group of Sister Malouf, Utah Highway Patrol, Utah Friends who supported her through Multiple Sclerosis Society, and the journey. KLAS, just to name a few. Emma serves in several capacities she produced the annual Fit-To- in the community and is actively Be-Fierce Women of Color Health involved with the Huntsman Cancer Conference where women came Hospital DEI Commission, the Judge together to support one another as Anne Stirba Foundation, the MLK a collective and united force. She Human Rights Commission, the is a strong and vocal advocate for Reverend France A. Davis Scholar- encouraging sisters from all walks ship Board, the HistoryMakers, PBS of life to embrace the principles of Utah, the Governor’s COVID-19 unity with fierceness. Task Force, Utah Diversity Connec26 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE Through Brighter Day Productions, Forever Fierce Emma is a recipient of the YWCA’s Outstanding Leader Award for Community Service, the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s “Spirit of Delta” Award for her annual “FitTo-Be-Fierce” Women of Color Health Conference, a recipient of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Business of the Year Award, the Trail Blazer Award from the Hope Senior Charity Foundation, 30 Women to Watch and the Diversity & Inclusion Award presented by Utah Business Magazine. Emma hails from Texas, lived in Florida for 10 years and has been a resident of Utah since 1986. Emma holds a BA in Business Management and an MBA in Business Administration. Emma is the proud mother to two amazing daughters, Lorry and Erica and connected at the heart to her two sonsin-law, Robert, and Samuel. IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 27 CAMERON WILLIAMS The Entrepreneur Cameron Russell Williams, originally from the southern suburbs of Chicago, attended the University of Oklahoma and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in both Economics and African/African American Studies. In 2011, upon graduation, he moved to Utah and began a career at Goldman Sachs. After several years, he moved to a tech company named Domo in the Silicon Slopes area. In 2017, he was promoted to Director of Diversity Engagement, with the mission of educating, growing, and fostering a highly inclusive environment both at Domo, and across the state of Utah. In 2018, Cameron began an entrepreneurial venture in trucking logistics technology. Cameron is currently the acting Chairman of the Utah County Black Chamber of Commerce, board member of the Utah Black Chamber of Commerce, and advisory board member of the Young Professionals of Salt Lake City, as well as an advisor to the Utah chapters of the National Association of 28 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE Black Accountants and National Society of Black Engineers. Through his various roles, Cameron is focused on forging partnerships across Utah to ensure diversity and inclusion, as he believes this can only be achieved by working together. “ Cameron began an entrepreneurial venture in trucking logistics technology” IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 29 Michelle Love-Day THE EDUCATOR M ichelle Love-Day has been an educator for 19 years. She received her Bachelors in Education (K-8, Minor In Spanish), and Masters in Reading (K-12) from Bowling Green State University (Ohio), and a Masters in Education, Leadership, and Policy from the University of Utah (Utah). Her second language is Spanish and she studied abroad in Alacla, Spain. She taught in North Carolina for 3 years until relocating to Utah in 2005. She was a 2nd grade teacher, Literacy Coach, Principal for 7.5 years, and Associate Director of Educational Equity for 4 years. In March 2020, she began as Consultant for Jordan School District in the Educational Language Services, Teaching and Learning Department. 30 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE Her style of hands-on learning, encouragement, and realness has helped students to overcome their barriers to success. Michelle has worked with teachers to inspire and establish great reading practices in the classroom. She shares information and ways parents can work with schools, advocate for their children, and how they can assist in creating a rich diverse literacy environment at home and in school. As she began to see the need for black students in Utah, she created an online virtual academy called RISE! Her style of hands-on learning, encouragement, and readiness has helped students to overcome their barrier to success. Mrs. Love-Day serves on many Boards including the University of Utah College ofEducation Advancement Board, the Hale Centre Theater Board of Trustees, the Access to Justice Commission, and the Conviction Integrity Board. She enjoys acting on stage and in commercials (Talent Management Group) and is a member of the Actors Equity Association. She is passionate about schools being student focused, equitable, and a place where all students feel that they are welcomed and have an adult they can believe in and who believes in them. In 2019, she has run as candidate for Bluffdale City Council and is the proud mother to 5 children and wife to a supportive husband. IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 31 Mr. Newell is a Civility Ambassador for World Civility through iChange Nations. 32 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE Shawn Newell LITERARY CRAFTSMAN Shawn is the Vice President of Business De- ber of Commerce. Mr. Newell also serves on the velopment at Industrial Supply Company where Utah State Department of Workforce services as he has worked for the past 35 years. He serves an appointed Board member. as a community integrator working as the vice president of the Salt Lake Branch of the NAACP, as a former Commissioner on the Governor’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Human Rights Commission, he heads the Utah Multicultural Civic Council and is a member of the ME4U coalition. Shawn is a member of the Utah Manufacturer’s Association Board, the workforce and Economic Shawn is a graduate of the University of Utah, Salt lake Community College and has a Masters of Management degree from the University of Phoenix. He holds an Executive leadership certification from the University of Utah School of Business and a Diversity and Inclusion certificate from Cornell. Development Advisory board at Salt Lake Com- In Mr. Newell’s spare time he officiates youth munity College where he is the Alumni Council and adult sports. Mr. Newell is married, the President for Salt Lake Community College and a father of three and has four grandchildren. Trustee for SLCC. Mr. Newell is a Civility Ambassador for World Civility through iChange Nations. Additionally, he serves on the Utah Courts Committee for Self-Represented Parties, a member of the Utah State Board of Education and as a President’s Ambassador for the Salt Lake Cham- IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 33 34 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE KEY CULINARY Krystal Ebony Yon Odume is a Culinary and Wellness expert. She has been working with individuals since 2005 to transform behaviors and perspectives. As a Certified Personal Trainer, Krystal worked with clients to not only strengthen their bodies, but also to develop intangible tools make changes to the rest of their lives. She believed in her message so much, she volunteered her time to speak to groups around the nation about changing the minds to transform their lives. Krystal began this transformation on herself. As a college student, she battled what many students battle with, the freshmen 15 (20 or for some 25). She learned during her junior year at North Carolina Central University, that her appetite was tied to her emotions. She unknowingly battled feelings of rejection and loneliness with snacks and treats. During her journey to changing her heart and mind, she discovered her passion for the culinary arts. She has used the wisdom she gained to develop KEY Culinary Consulting and now teaches others how to recognize patterns in their own lives so they can create better health for themselves and their families. Krystal has been a Certified Personal trainer for 9 years. She studied Culinary Arts at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park New York. 36 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 37 38 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE || 39 40 || IMPACT MAGAZINE | @IMPACTMAGAZINE |
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