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About Bloo
Bloo is the epicenter of online marketplaces for Black-owned brands to sell their goods, engage with invaluable resources and support social justice movements creating sustainable change. Bloo is started by Francis ‘Kway’ Coffie--a Black millennial with an innate entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to building a sufficient ecosystem that connects, amplifies, educates and financially supports the Black community.
Current Campaign/Project
Preparing for the launch of Bloo in October.
Francis Is Available to Comment On Topics About...
Lifestyle, Black Culture, Business (Real Estate & Stocks) /Entrepreneur, Tech
Digital Assets
About Alexi Paraschos
Called “blue-eyed soul for the 21st century,” Alexi Paraschos is an award-winning soul, R&B, and pop singer/songwriter based in Philadelphia. He is known for his smooth tenor voice paired with original, catchy melodies, which give him his unique and captivating sound. Following the release of his 2018 album, "25/8," Alexi embarked on 10-city "East Coast Diner Tour," where he brought a full band to play in diners from Boston to Atlanta. "25/8" went on to be licensed for use in fourteen television shows across seven major networks including: A&E, MTV, VH1, BET, E! Entertainment, and the Discovery Channel. He’s also performed for actors Laurence Fishburne and Selma Hayek, and sung backup for Grammy Award winner, Angelique Kidjo. Alexi’s awards include: Best Song at the 2018 Los Angeles Film Awards ("25/8"), Best Independent Artist Song in January 2018 American Tracks Music Awards ("Be You"), and the Silver Award for R&B/Hip-Hop/Urban Category in the 2017 International Mid- Atlantic Song Contest ("Hashtag").
Current Campaign/Project
- Rolling out singles for his album, Love Odyssey; Current single is called "Mine"
- Released a "Mine" Official Video (COVID Wedding Edition)
Alexi Is Available to Comment On Topics About...
Music & Music Education, Greek Culture, & Social Justice
Digital Assets
About Call Me Ace
Call Me Ace is an independent hip hop artist, millennial professional and disruptor who challenges the status quo. In 2019, Call Me Ace released his debut album, Airplane Mode, which debuted #3 on the iTunes Top 40 US Hip-Hop Album Chart as well as #50 on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Album Sales chart. In February 2020, Ace’s second EP, Working From Home, earned 1,000,000+ Spotify streams and media recognition from Earmilk.com, Medium.com, Chartmetric, ItsBizKit.com, Authority Magazine, NPR’s KALW Radio, ThriveGlobal.com & more. In June 2020, he released Working From Home: Extended and used proceeds from the pre-orders to donate $5,000+ to FaithInAction.org’s Live Free Campaign—which was donated by Google. Determined to use his music and professional knowledge as a gateway to connect with disenfranchised communities, Call Me Ace encourages his supporters to live a rich life, not just a life full of riches.
Current Campaign/Project
- New single "No Assistance" drops on August 14th
- Recently released Working From Home: Extended
- Raised $5k+ to donate to FaithInAction.org's Live Free campaign; Google matched the funds, totaling a gift of $10k+
Ace Is Available to Comment On Topics About...
Music, Business/Entrepreneur/Marketing, Tech/Digital Marketing, Black culture & Social Justice
Digital Assets
About Lachers Reese
Lachers Reese is a well-established hairstylist that thrives off of rejuvenating the morale of her clients through beauty consultations and confident-boosting hairstyles. Influenced by her attraction to fashion and hair design, Reese started her career at Brio Hair Academy and became a licensed cosmetologist. Shortly after, Reese began her freelance career where she was granted opportunities to do hair for some of the most well known musicians and TV personalities of our time. Additionally, Reese has worked with QVC, Good Morning America; and assisted on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Her editorial clientele consists of Vogue, Quest, WAG, Jet, Social Life, and Greenwich Times. Furthermore, she truly enjoys giving back to the community and is a strong supporter of charities/organizations that provide support for women and children.
Current Campaign/Project
- Owns her own salon in Black Rock, CT
- Rebranding to align with her evolved vision
Lachers Is Available to Comment On Topics About...
Beauty & Wellness, Black culture, Business/Entrepreneur, and Social Justice
Digital Assets
About Academy of Independent Learners
At AIL students are not grades, tuition or case numbers...they are people, they're OUR kids and they are OUR community. Each child is given individual attention, goals and a plan. At AIL we believe in a holistic approach to learning which includes: Tailored education based on the interest, needs and goals of each student; assistance for families; community involvement; and services to assist atypical learners. The school is an extension of Bridgeport Connecticut Conservatory of the Arts which has been around for 20+ years. BCCA and AIL are founded by Amarilis Rockhill.
Current Campaign/Project
- Recently opened a new location in Bridgeport, CT
- Enrolling for Summer Sessions, After school, and the Fall Semester
Amarilis Is Available to Comment On Topics About...
Education (pre-K to high school), Arts & Culture, Lifestyle, Family & Parenting
Digital Assets
About Celebrity Trailers
Celebrity Trailers is Atlanta, Georgia’s leading trailer company committed to fulfilling the production needs for the film, entertainment and sport industries--nationwide. Whether you’re on set for a film or video production, performing at an annual awards show, or attending a bigtime sports event, our trailers bring the convenience of up-scale living to you. With our 24/7 customer service and customization offerings, we guarantee your satisfaction and genuine comfort are our top priorities. Celebrity Trailers is co-founded by Janice Faison and Big Boi of Outkast
Current Campaign/Project
- Renovating fleet and rebranding company
Janice s Available to Comment On Topics About...
Music, Business/Entrepreneur
Digital Assets
About The Breed Academy
The Breed Academy is a non-profit organization that’s committed to helping New Haven's youth defy the odds, defeat statistics, break down barriers and become young creative leaders in and through the arts. The Breed Academy is a staple for grooming young urban creative professionals to master, maneuver and transform in the world of art and business. We want young people from the New Haven community to use music and arts as a resource to be confident in who they are, what they know and what they aspire to be. The Breed Academy is co-founded by multi-platinum producers, Aaron "Y-A" Rogers and Rashad "Snacks" Johnson
Current Campaign/Project
- Preparing for Fall sessions
Aaron & Rashad Are Available to Comment On Topics About...
Music & Music Education, Business/Entrepreneur, Black culture & Social Justice
Digital Assets
About The Breed Academy
The Office of the Arts works to inspire a culture of creativity in Connecticut by supporting arts making and arts participation for all people. The Arts Workforce Initiative (AWI) is a paid apprenticeship program that gives Connecticut college students, emerging creatives and military veterans an opportunity to gain high-level professional work experience with not-for-profit arts and cultural organizations throughout the state. This program is specifically designed for applicants from diverse and traditionally underrepresented backgrounds. A host organization must provide a hands-on and engaging learning opportunity that allows an individual to gain relevant skills and work experience in the arts.
Selected host organizations will be granted $3,750 per apprentice to be used to pay an hourly rate of $15. Selected participants work 25 hours a week for 10 weeks for the selected host organization. Participants receive payment from the host organization where their apprenticeship will take place.
Current Campaign/Project
- Arts Workforce Initiative 2020 Program (June - September)
Digital Assets
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