Flee, Zay, Timeline Brice, Crystal Shaniece & HOTSEAThaas of the Beloved Talk Podcast chop it up with Fred Whit @frederickwjr
Growing up between the make or break city of New York and resolute small towns of rural North Carolina, Fred developed traits to become a balanced businessman. New York introduced Fred to the meaning of “hustle” and “ambition” while North Carolina equipped him with a Southern compassion and charm. Now the man the world sees has the experience and ability to single-handedly take numerous careers to the next level. As C.E.O. and manager of Journee Enterprises, a talent management and consulting firm, Fred has executed a number of opportunities for rising star Terrence J (MTV, Think like a Man 1 & 2) Fred was also instrumental in Terrence J landing exclusive endorsements with Jeep, Mountain Dew and Pepsi. Furthermore, Fred has successfully managed and secured vital opportunities for La La Anthony, Angela Simmons, and Angela Yee. Although Fred has worked endlessly with stars, he has also worked alongside major corporations such as the Boys and Girls Club, McDonalds, and Disney Dream Academy. Wearing many hats, he never loses sight of his main goal – to provide incomparable service for each of his clients. In addition to Fred’s clients, he has diligently made strides in his own career by producing HBCU 101 TV series, a book series, while co-founding the HBCU Experience and owning an Atomic Wing franchise restaurant. Fred proves, as his company motto states, it is the little things you do in life that make all the difference. Hence, why Come on a Journee with me is important to Fred not only as the CEO and manager of Journee Enterprises but as a Black single father. With this book, Fred’s hope is to highlight great Black Fathers and black culture that has shaped major cities for children who are less fortunate to experience traveling outside of their own communities.
W.E.B. Du Bois believed in a “talented tenth” of black men that would arise to become thought leaders and cultural missionaries, creating the next-generation of exceptional men. We created The Tenth clothing brand so that every black man can feel empowered. We see the excellence in all black men and want to encourage them not only to see it in themselves, but also to encourage others do to the same. By creating a clothing brand that seeks to empower every man to be his most exceptional self, we hope to strengthen the bonds of our community, providing an aesthetic style and quality clothing that every man can feel proud to wear.
