Charles Drew – The Pioneer of Blood Banking and Transfusion Medicine
Charles Drew was an African American surgeon and medical researcher whose groundbreaking work on blood storage and transfusion saved countless lives during World War II and beyond.
Deidre Deculus Robert – “Don’t let the world tell you who you are.”
Despite her plethora of metropolitan career successes, Deidre Deculus Robert remains a country girl at heart, even when in the city. She and her husband James reside on their ranch in Glynn, Louisiana with their two sons.
Tony Clayton – Putting Skin in The Game
District Attorney Tony Clayton is a man of myriad accomplishments. The deliberate understatement on his social media bio is both endearing and revealing of his character - disarmingly humble and remarkably grounded, despite a plethora of prestigious legal achievements.
George Bell – Orchestrating Change through Healthcare and Non-Profit Leadership
The inspiring journey of George Bell, a remarkable blend of health care executive and jazz musician, who transforms non-profit organisation Capital Area United Way into an outstanding beacon of positive change.
From the Farm to the Courtrooms: The Unconventional Journey of Willie Leday
Charting Willie Leday’s inspiring transition from a humble cotton picker to the Chief Probation Officer of Western Louisiana, this tale unravels a man’s determination to build a legacy beyond the confines of tradition.
Ted Ellis – A Man of Genuine Polymathic Talent, Dedicated to Uplifting Louisiana’s African-American Community through Art
Ted Ellis is a man of genuine polymathic talents. An astonishingly successful son of Louisiana, born and bred in New Orleans, a chemist by academic training, a former soldier, now a famous, critically and commercially acclaimed portrait artist
Madagascar – How Creole culture has embedded itself into the community
Madagascar is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, located off the coast of southern Africa. With a land mass of 587,000 sq km, it is the fifth largest island in the world. The 29.2 million inhabitants are of mixed culture, with a diverse heritage dating back at least 2,000 years.
Martinique – How Creole culture has embedded itself into the community
Martinique, an overseas region of France, is a Caribbean island with a population of 367,500 people. Part of the Lesser Antilles, its culture reflects a blend of mainly French and African influences, dating back to the 17th century.
Mauritius – How Creole culture has embedded itself into the community
Creoles make up 28% of the population of Mauritius, the subtropical island nation located 1,130 km east of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean. The main island is a popular tourist destination, known for its sandy beaches, coral reefs and blue lagoons.
Mance Lipscomb: The inspiring blues singer who went largely unnoticed until the age of 65
Mance Lipscomb released his first album in 1960. Titled Texas Songster, the record was a symphony of blues born out of the Lone Star State. It led to more people than ever before listening to the unique sound that he’d been delicately crafting since his youth. It catapulted him onto the airwaves and onto festival stages – and for many this would have been the perfect springboard into a long and fruitful career.
H.E. Lady Sandra Williams –
The Halo Foundation isn’t just busy on one night of the year though. With Lady Sandra Williams as its founder and president, it provides advocacy and support to 32 charities of which she and her husband assumed the patronage of when Sir Rodney was appointed as Governor-General in 2014.
Terrence Jones – The ‘Candy Man’ allows others to enjoy the sweetness of Creole Culture
You might expect a budding entrepreneur to be driven by money, power and growth. This, however, isn’t the case for Terrence Jones. Instead, when asked about the ideals he holds most dear, he’s quick to list integrity, inclusion and passion
Ruben Henderson III
Ruben Henderson III - to give him his full appellation - cuts an undeniably dapper figure wherever he goes. Impeccably attired in a fitted, pastel-coloured suit, offset with a decorous red bow tie, pocket square and black spectacles, this debonair young man exudes style, panache and positivity in abundance, not to mention an intensely likeable charm and charisma. In fact, one is reminded of a light-skinned Louisiana Beau Brummell (minus the cane).
Ana Joli
Handbags have unsurprisingly been trendy. However, this venture is far more than just cashing in on a hobby. For Ana Joli it's about so much more than just making a name for herself or paying the bills. Instead, it's about the 'peacefulness' that it brings her.
New Orleans Jazz Fest 2022: A celebration of the art form
Whether you think the 2022 New Orleans Jazz Festival was a return, a reunion or a rebirth, one thing is for sure - it was a success.
The 7-day celebration of Louisiana music, culture and cuisine arrived at ...