BUILD the Collective Network

It's been a Hot Jumping Summer in Seattle with the Double Dutch Divas. It's not just about jumping rope, it's about Mind, Body and Soul. Double Dutch Divas brings collaboration, communication, and concentration  into one fun activity. Listen to Angie Mosley speak about how this group was created to promote healthy living, cardio workout, and some fun in the community.Be sure to tap in and check out the podcast series from our #YouTube, #FacebookLive, and our website (www.build206.com/media). New episodes are available weekly! #BUILD206#ItsALifestyle

This week we interview Clarissa Taylor, who is a  nutrition & health coach and entrepreneur. As an advocate of healthy lifestyles, she puts passion into all she does. Her focus is to let her clients know that they don’t have to get it “right” the 1st time because there’s room for trial and error. Her focus is to build strength so the things that seemed hard at 1st, become easier over time. Be sure to tap in and check out the podcast series from our #YouTube, #FacebookLive, and our website (www.build206.com/media). New episodes are available weekly! #BUILD206#ItsALifestyle

This week we interview Kim Khanh Van, who is an elected voice of the people of Renton. As a proud Vietnamese American and a 1st generation college graduate, Kim understands the struggles that our communities face. With a focus on hard work, humility, and help for those in need, she uses these principles in the fight for a seat on the King County Council, to ensure our families, small businesses, and communities can thrive and succeed. Be sure to tap in and check out the podcast series from our #YouTube, #FacebookLive, and our website (www.build206.com/media). New episodes are available weekly! #BUILD206#ItsALifestyle

This week, we interview Omari Salisbury, a Seattle Native, who decided to be the change he wanted to see and founded Converge Media (www.whereweconverge.com). Converge's mission is to change the narrative through the creation of content and local news, specifically for Northwest’s Black community. Omari believes that our Black community deserves authentic representation, and created an outlet to do just that! Be sure to tap in and check out the podcast series from our #YouTube, #FacebookLive, and our website (www.build206.com/media). New episodes are available weekly! #BUILD206 #ItsALifestyle ✊

This week we interview Edd Hampton Parks. He is a founding member and chair of the Blaq Elephant Party. A community-based organization designed to educate, facilitate, and focus on the needs of the Black Community in Seattle. He is also a Community Catalyst, Revolutionary, Historian, and Artist/Content Creator. Be sure to tap in and check out the podcast series from our #YouTube, #FacebookLive, and our website (www.build206.com/media). New episodes are available weekly! #BUILD206#ItsALifestyle

This week we interview Kendrick Glover. He is a Mississippi native with a passion for helping youth reach their full potential. Bringing his talents to Seattle, he founded  Glover Empower Mentoring (GEM). GEM's purpose is to disrupt the school-to-prison pipeline by reducing dropout rates among middle and high school male youth and young adults in South King County, WA. GEM engages youth and mentors to prevent and reduce high-risk behaviors. Be sure to tap in and check out the podcast series from our #YouTube, #FacebookLive, and our website (www.build206.com/media). New episodes are available weekly! #BUILD206#ItsALifestyle

This week we interview Isiah Anderson Jr. co-owner/founder of Acts on Stage. Isiah joins us to talk about his connection to the community through arts and the Acts on Stage Teen Summer Musical program. Be sure to tap in and check out the podcast series from our #YouTube, #FacebookLive, and our website (www.build206.com/media). New episodes are available weekly! #BUILD206 #ItsALifestyle

This week we interview Curtiss R. Calhoun, who is a Mentor, Coach, Trainer, and Speaker based in Seattle, WA. He is a Certified Transformational Life Coach and a Level One Reiki Practitioner. He works with people with a variety of challenges, specifically addressing the “Six Culprits”, Self-Doubt, Negative Thoughts, Limiting Beliefs, Unfounded Fear, Hindering Behaviors, and Toxic Relationships. Be sure to tap in and check out the podcast series from our #YouTube, #FacebookLive, and our website (www.build206.com/media). New episodes are available weekly! #BUILD206#ItsALifestyle

This week we interview Fynneicko Glover. Growing up in South Seattle and working with youth, he knew many in the Southend struggled to find jobs. He knew that he no longer wanted to work for someone, he wanted to work for himself - so, he launched Sprout. A business that links community organizations and companies in King County with youth looking for internships, scholarships, jobs, volunteer opportunities, and events. Be sure to tap in and check out the podcast series from our #YouTube, #FacebookLive, and our website (www.build206.com/media). New episodes are available weekly! #BUILD206#ItsALifestyle

This week we interview Aj Brooks Jr. (Learn With Us Now). Born and raised in Seattle (Central Area), Alvertis (AJ) is a product of Seattle Public Schools (SPS), a graduate of Seattle University (undergrad) and UW (grad). AJ has worn many hats, but one of his greatest accomplishments is founding the non-profit, Learn With Us Now. LWUN’s main focus is on supporting inner-city youth navigating their college experience. Be sure to tap in and check out the podcast series from our #YouTube, #FacebookLive, and our website (www.build206.com/media). New episodes are available weekly! #BUILD206#ItsALifestyle