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Earn Your Leisure, Terrence J, Sheree Whitfield, Shamea Morton, Ray Daniels and More Celebrate Invest Fest Weekend During The Experience Kick Off Mixer, Powered by Ms. Business!

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3 years ago

September 1, 2023

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The 2nd Annual Invest Fest edition of “The Experience” by Ms. Business was an exclusive and star-studded celebration that marked the exciting commencement of the highly anticipated Invest Fest Weekend. This extraordinary event, renowned in the realm of financial literacy, brought together an array of luminaries including celebrities, influencers, investors, and esteemed members of the media. The ambiance was charged with anticipation as the event aimed to spotlight both community and excellence within the world of finance.

Ms. Business extended an invitation to a select group of VIPS, who graced the occasion with their presence. Notable attendees included the likes of Sheree Whitfield, whose charisma lit up the evening, along with Shamea Morton and her husband, adding an air of elegance. The event also saw the attendance of Ray Daniels, recognized for his contributions to the music world, and EYL Troy and Rashad, influential personalities in the financial literacy space who are the curators of Invest Fest Weekend added their insights to the occasion.

Seddy Hendrix and several other distinguished individuals were also among the VIP attendees, as well as Drew Stephenson, actor from BET+ . The event resonated with excitement and knowledge-sharing as these prominent figures shared their experiences and wisdom, elevating the discourse on financial literacy to new heights.

The electrifying energy of the evening was palpable as attendees mingled, exchanged ideas, and celebrated the intersection of finance, community, and success. Guests enjoyed complimentary cocktails, and delicious appetizers throughout the night. “The Experience” succeeded in capturing the essence of Invest Fest Weekend, setting the tone for a series of enlightening events to follow. This annual gathering continues to be a pinnacle in the financial world, fostering connections, fostering learning, and inspiring excellence for all those passionate about finance and its impact on our lives.

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Atlanta Screening of The Alabama Solution Brings Together Panel of Advocates, Leaders, and Community Voices

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2 months ago

March 9, 2026

Justiz Walker

Michael Walker/@UmeekImages

ATLANTA, GA — Community leaders, advocates, and residents gathered in Atlanta for a special screening of the Oscar-nominated HBO documentary The Alabama Solution, an evening centered on film, dialogue, and community engagement around issues of justice and incarceration.

Hosted at 2345 Cheshire Bridge Road NE, the event brought together organizations and community members for a formal evening of reflection and conversation following the powerful documentary. The film, co-directed by Andrew Jarecki and Charlotte Kaufman and co-produced by Alex Duran, offers an intimate and unfiltered look into Alabama’s prison system.

At the heart of the documentary are the voices of justice-impacted individuals Melvin “Bennu” Ray and Robert “Kinetik” Council, whose experiences shed light on the realities inside the prison system while challenging viewers to consider deeper questions about accountability, dignity, and reform.

Following the screening, a panel discussion brought together leaders and advocates working in justice reform and community outreach. The conversation was moderated by Bridgette Simpson of Barred Business, who guided the dialogue with panelists representing several organizations committed to addressing issues within the justice system.

Panelists included Gerald Griggs of the NAACP, Kimberly Jones of Fork the System, Octavious Holiday of the Positive Outreach Development Society, Kevin Marshall of The Marshall Law Group, LLC, Kathryn Hamoudah of the Southern Center for Human Rights, and Christopher Willars of The Life Unit Inc.

Each panelist offered insight shaped by their work in advocacy, legal reform, and community engagement. Their perspectives highlighted the far-reaching effects incarceration can have on families and communities, while also emphasizing the importance of awareness, accountability, and continued dialogue around the issues presented in the film.

The screening was supported by several organizations dedicated to justice and civic engagement, including One for Justice, Dream.org, Barred Business, the Southern Center for Human Rights, The Life Unit, the Center for Civic Innovation, the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), and the Free Atlanta Abolition Movement.

The evening also served as a moment of connection for those in attendance, including family members and advocates whose lives have been impacted by the justice system. Through film and conversation, the gathering created space for reflection and for communities to engage with the realities highlighted in the documentary.

As conversations continued after the screening, the event underscored the power of storytelling to bring people together, raise awareness, and encourage deeper consideration of issues that often remain unseen by the public.

As momentum continues to grow around conversations sparked by the documentary, organizers are encouraging community members to take an additional step by supporting efforts aimed at protecting justice-impacted individuals from discrimination.

Advocates are currently inviting the public to sign a virtual petition card supporting the establishment of a statewide Protected Class Ordinance in Georgia, which would help ensure justice-impacted individuals are protected from discrimination in employment, housing, and opportunity.

You may find and share the virtual petition here:

Statewide Protected Class

https://www.theprotectedclassnetwork.org/sign-our-petition