Llerraj Esuod, Author at M•I•A Media Group

Creative enterprise spotlight shines as LOUD Week returns to Miami Gardens

The annual LOUD Week, presented by LOUD Love of Urban Design, returns to Miami Gardens Dec. 3–6. Organizers say its fifth year is more than a cultural celebration; it is a strategic investment in the city’s creative economy. With the final call for artists, performers and designers open through Nov. 20, the Art Basel–adjacent festival […]

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Art of Black: Kenneth Hunt / Llerraj Esuod

Kenneth “The Art Monster” Hunt paints as if lighting a fuse—each stroke a spark. The Chester, Pennsylvania native, equal parts street visionary and fine-art architect, arrives at Art Basel 2025 with “Monsters in Miami,” a collection bursting with motion and meaning. Every piece vibrates with memory, pulsing with the truth that creativity and power often

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Jennifer Newsome

Where are they now / Llerraj Esuod

Jennifer Newsome is redefining what it means to lead with purpose. As the founder and CEO of the National Association of Black Compliance and Risk Management Professionals (NABCRMP), she has established a global network of over 500 members dedicated to advancing Black leadership in governance, risk, and compliance. Through StartSmart Counsel, Professional Limited Liability Company

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Alexis Brown

Where are they now / Llerraj Esuod

Miami native Alexis Brown is a trailblazer transforming South Florida’s cultural landscape. As founder and CEO of SocialXchange, Inc., Brown curates immersive events that foster community, celebrate Black and Brown excellence, and empower professionals across social, artistic, and wellness spaces. Brown also co-founded the Black Pepper Food Festival, South Florida’s first Black restaurant-focused food festival,

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