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Linda Foy Bio

 

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Dr. Toni Draper's Bio

CEO and Publisher, The AFRO-American Newspapers

Dr. Frances Murphy Draper is CEO and Publisher of The AFRO-American Newspapers, the nation’s longest-running Black-owned family newspaper. A fourth-generation publisher from Baltimore, she continues the legacy of founder John H. Murphy Sr.

She holds degrees from Morgan State University, Johns Hopkins University, the University of Baltimore, Loyola University Maryland, and United Theological Seminary. A former pastor for over 20 years, she now leads The AFRO’s digital expansion, including the AFRO Digital Billboard Network and Afro Table newsletter.

Her many honors include NNPA’s “Publisher of the Year,” the Maryland Senate’s First Citizen Award, and an honorary doctorate from Johns Hopkins in 2025. She chairs Word in Black, serves as first vice chair of the NNPA, and is on the board of Associated Black Charities.

Dr. Draper is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She and her husband, Andre, have been married for over 50 years. They have four children, twelve grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

 

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Kimberly Prescott is the founder and President of Prescott HR, Inc. Prescott HR is an

outsourced Human Resources firm that provides ongoing strategic and tactical HR support

to small- to mid-sized businesses. Her primary area of expertise is Human

Resources/Employment Law Compliance and Employee Relations. She brings over 20 years

of progressive corporate HR leadership experience with firms such as Giant Food,

Whole Foods and Allegis Group (TEKsystems and Aerotek). She has earned her Senior

Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-

SCP) designations.

Kimberly has been recognized for her leadership and contributions to the business

community by being named by The Daily Record as one of Maryland's Top 100 Women in

2023, the 2022 Howard County Chamber of Commerce's Businessperson of the Year and a

2019 I-95 Magazine Woman of Influence.

In addition to being a member of Leadership Howard County Class of 2018, she is a

member of Leadership Maryland Class of 2023. She is also actively involved in the

community, including several leadership roles: Downtown Columbia Partnership Board of

Directors, Past Chair of the Board of Directors for the Community Foundation of Howard

County, Chair of the Labor and Employment subcommittee for the Howard County

Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Howard County Board Secretary, Girl Scouts of Central

Maryland Board Member and Board Member of The 3rd. She is also an active member of

the Maryland Chamber of Commerce's Labor and Employment Committee.

  Kimberly's websiteprescotthr.com Facebookfacebook.com/Prescotthr Twittertwitter.com/Prescotthr Instagraminstagram.com/Prescotthr YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@prescotthr   LinkedIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyprescottshrmscp/

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Bio: Patrice Bullock is the Executive Director of Bailey's Heart and Soul Foundation, an organization she founded following the untimely passing of her 16-year-old son, Bailey, from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in May 2021. Bailey was a vibrant athlete involved in football, basketball, and track. His unexpected death highlighted the critical need for immediate response measures during cardiac emergencies. instagram.com+2wmar2news.com+2baltimoretimes-online.com+2baltimoretimes-online.com+2baileysheartandsoul.org+2wmar2news.com+2

In her role, Patrice has been instrumental in raising awareness about SCA and advocating for widespread CPR and automated external defibrillator (AED) training. Under her leadership, the foundation has successfully organized community events, such as golf scrambles and 5K runs, to fund AED placements in schools and public areas, aiming to enhance emergency preparedness. wbaltv.com

A significant achievement of Patrice's advocacy is the enactment of the "Bailey Bullock Act" in Maryland, which mandates that all public and private middle and high schools develop cardiac emergency response plans. This legislation ensures that educational institutions are equipped to handle cardiac emergencies effectively, potentially saving countless lives. newsroom.heart.org+2baltimoretimes-online.com+2wmar2news.com+2

Through her unwavering dedication, Patrice Bullock has transformed personal tragedy into a mission of public safety, making substantial strides in community health education and legislative reform to prevent future SCA incidents.

For more insight into Patrice's work and the foundation's initiatives, you can watch this video: https://youtu.be/3xDKYMJ9tNg

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Website https://www.intersectconsultllc.com/

Bio:  Dr. Erin Watley is a teacher and facilitator whose work focuses on highlighting accessible ways to disrupt systems of oppression, encouraging intercultural dialogue, and practicing community building. Dr. Watley is an Associate Professor in the Communication & Cinema department at McDaniel College. She is also the owner of Intersect Consulting LLC, through which she does DEIJ workshops, evaluation, and media curation for organizations outside of academia.

Intersect Consulting More traditional DEIJ consulting often comes in the form of theory heavy presentations, assessments, standardized trainings & best practices. These can be important tools, but their emphasis often neglects the need to practice DEIJ skills that extend past the workplace. www.intersectconsultllc.com

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Giselle W. Climpson is a Consultant, Digital Creator & Founder of Giselle Avenue, a dynamic media brand shaping the future of storytelling, digital innovation, and empowerment. With over a decade in the industry, she is a media trailblazer, amplifying voices and crafting narratives that inspire impact. Rooted in honoring the magic of Divine Feminine Energy, she leads with creativity, authenticity, and purpose—helping brands and individuals find their voice, and be heard.

Giselle's Social Media

Instagram: @‌GoddessGiselle_ - https://www.instagram.com/goddessgiselle_/?hl=en

LinkedIn: Giselle W. Climpson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/giselleclimpson/

Link to Giselle's Linktree/Podcast: https://linktr.ee/GoddessGiselle_

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Bio: Amanda Miller Littlejohn is a nationally recognized executive coach, journalist, mental health advocate, and thought leader in personal branding and leadership development. As the founder of Package Your Genius Academy, Amanda has spent over a decade helping high achievers uncover their purpose and amplify their visibility. Amanda's newest book, The Rest Revolution: How to Reclaim Your Rhythm and Conquer Burnout When Overworking Has Become the Norm, offers timely insights into the importance of rest, renewal, and resilience in today’s fast-paced world.     Amanda Miller Littlejohn Journalist and Contributing Columnist   www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com