By d-mars.com News Provider How do you thank someone who’s willing to risk their life for yours? When it comes to military service members and their families, advocates say there are many avenues for giving back meaningfully. As part of its “Give More Than Thanks” campaign celebrating 80 years of being the “Force Behind the…
By Edward Pollard Edward Pollard is the Houston City Council Member for District J and serves as principal owner of Pollard Legal Group. However, he says his most rewarding professional work is being the co-founder of the nonprofit Suits for Success. In 2014, Edward and two colleagues, Vernon Johnson and Duke Amos, wanted to fill…
2021 super p&e On the surface, Jay Bradley is an accomplished real estate broker and philanthropist in the community. Though Jay is known for his polished demeanor, his clients describe him as upbeat and passionate in pursuing their real estate goals and dreams. That passion applies to finding a first home for young families, just as it…
2021 super p&e Rodney Reed is the UPS Sweetwater package division manager in the South Operations Red River District. He has held multiple positions within UPS since his career started in 1995, having worked his way up the UPS ladder from entry level positions through hard work, sacrifice, and the support of his family. He…
2021 super p&e Adrian Collins is a sports and entertainment executive who currently serves as the director of operations at Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation (NRG Park) in Houston, Texas. He is also the principal of Adrian K. Collins & Associates LLC, a business development firm that specializes in helping small, medium, and large-sized…
2021 super p&e Shawn Green’s professional career is one to be admired as he continues to ascend the corporate ladder in the oil and gas industry. He is well-known as an accomplished, results-driven leader with well-rounded and diverse experiences. Shawn currently serves as manager of Global Services, Systems and Technology for ConocoPhillips. He is accountable…
2021 super p&e Kevin Murray is an attorney, real estate developer, film producer, and philanthropist. As an attorney he practices in all areas of civil litigation with a high concentration in personal injury, real estate, and entertainment law. Calling Houston his home for over 25 years, he built a successful law practice specializing in the…
2021 super p&e Donna Franklin has almost 30 years in the broadcasting industry and as Program Director at The Choice 90.9 KTSU, she finds this to be one of the most rewarding positions she has had in her career. Not only does she enjoy making dreams come true for those who aspire to be in…
2021 top educator Superintendent Robert Bostic of the Stafford Municipal School District, has been dedicated to children and education for 25 years. He has served as a teacher, supervisor, assistant principal, principal, assistant superintendent, and superintendent. Dr. Bostic is active in community, civic, and professional organizations. He is currently a member of the Texas Association…
2021 TOP EDUCATOR Dr. Rodney E. Watson has led the Spring Independent School District since July 2014. The district serves more than 33,000 students in a diverse community approximately 20 miles north of downtown Houston, in an urban area of Harris County, Texas. Along with its 26 elementary schools, seven comprehensive middle schools and three…
2021 partnerships Niki Smith-Scott and Monica Freeman Preparing students with a curriculum that goes beyond the chair for competency and competitiveness is Quality Barber College. Co-owned by established business leaders Niki Smith-Scott and Monica Freeman, this college is built on a foundation of “quality” in every sense of the word, with barber courses, cosmetology crossover…
2021 PARTNERSHIPS In 2019, like-minded women came together with a passion to fundamentally change the trajectory of the medical apparel retail market by leveraging a more nontraditional shopping model that would anchor on providing added value, convenience, and a great customer experience. It all started with a discussion of their hopes and dreams one rainy…
2021 TRAILBLAZER Sheriff Eric Fagan, a 30 year Fort Bend County resident, was elected on November 3, 2020, as the Sheriff of Fort Bend County. On January 1, 2021, Fagan became the 43rd Sheriff of Fort Bend County, Texas, and the first African American to serve in the position since Reconstruction, 151 years ago. Sheriff…
2021 cOMMUNITY HERO Angeanette “Angie” Thibodeaux, is a native of Louisiana and considers it a distinct honor to be a product of a hard-working blue-collar family. Growing up in the rural south of Mer Rouge, Angeanette knows and understands the meaning of “It takes a village”. She learned at a very early age that having…
2021 COMMUNITY HERO Displaying her unwavering faith in God, partnered with her incredible sense of style and fashion has been the key to RoseMary Tucker’s success as a black, female entrepreneur. RoseMary is the founder and owner of Blessties USA, a Christian apparel and accessories boutique in Cypress, Texas. She opened Blessties USA in 2015…
2021 LIVING LEGEND Mya Smith-Edmonds, a native of Houston, Texas, is the first female African-American next generation McDonald’s owner/operator, owning seven McDonald’s restaurants in Central Indiana. She serves as a board member for the Greater Indiana Operators, president and secretary of the Central Indiana Black McDonald’s Operators Association and has earned the Trailblazer Award for…
2021 SUPER TRAILBLAZER Ige Johnson is a celebrated broker and owner of RE/MAX Generation which was awarded the RE/MAX of Texas 2016 Rookie Office of the Year. Ige is a RE/MAX Hall of Famer and a Houston Top 100 REALTOR with 16+ years of experience in the real estate industry. Ige was proudly honored as…
2021 LIVING LEGEND Harry L. Smith is a restaurant owner/operator of 17 restaurants in the Central Division/Indianapolis region. Harry is an OPNAD national marketing representative on behalf of the National NBMOA, OPNAD by-law/process team member, past national value council representative, past Central Division place team lead, past DLC member, past NLC place team (member of…
2021 LIVING LEGEND Thelma Scott, affectionately known as “Mama Scott,” is the founder and CEO of the Barbara Jordan Endeavors Corporation (BJEC), an organization discovering students with “unique abilities” throughout school districts in Houston and the Gulf Coast. She is a dedicated and passionate advocate for people with disabilities. Scott’s first appointment as an advocate…
by d-mars.com News Provider With the start of 2021 behind us, it’s time to start fresh, create new habits and take on new skills. Whether your goal is to get outdoors more to enjoy the fresh air or to learn a new instrument, develop a plan to start enjoying some COVID-safe activities. Here are a…