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Johnny’s early childhood saw him transition from Virginia to Denver, and back to Virginia many times by himself. For some, such movement could have created a sense of loss or displacement. With Johnny, the relocations provided a larger sense of self-purpose, an unquenchable thirst to travel the world and embrace the people and challenges in it.
Read MoreHana grew up in a small Tunisian town in the northern part of Africa. Coming from humble beginnings, the love of family has always been a prized form of wealth to Hana and her family. As her family spreads through Mediterranean, Arab, and African tribal roots.
Read MoreEverette grew up on the south side of Richmond, Virginia with his mother and sister, Broad Rock to be exact. He explained, “Growing up was interesting because what I had in my household and what I saw on the streets was completely different.
Read MoreDominique grew up in Richmond, Va with her mother and two brothers. Even in her earliest memories she remembers, “just always wanting to perform.” Having a calling for the spotlight, she admitted that she would sometimes get called out by grade school teachers for being too talkative.
Read MoreJoseph grew up in a small town right outside St. Louis. on the Illinois side. Bellville, East St. Louis area. Joseph grew up in a male dominated household with three brothers, two younger brothers and one older. His parents played a huge role in his upbringing, which has certainly accelerated his maturity and strengthened his leadership skills.
Read MoreTiffany grew up the product of two military parents in Suffolk, Virginia. With an innocent middle-child smile, Tiffany said, “Growing up was pretty easy. I don’t have the hard knocks story of growing up in the hood. I came from a middle income home. Both my parents served in the navy and I was born in Japan.”
Read MoreDex was raised in Philadelphia before moving to Richmond, Virginia as a preteen. The oldest of six boys, he jokingly described growing up as “eventful.” His mother was big on discipline, so Dex being the eldest, learned early to stand tall and lead by example.
Read MoreMonique grew up in West Philly with a very close knit family. With a reminiscent smile she said, “We all lived within a five block radius of each other, so that was a lot of fun! I’m very close with my Dad, I’m a daddy’s girl, for sure.” Monique’s father is a chemist which explains her passion for chemistry and science.
Read MoreAngelo was born and raised in Haiti. Growing up through some of the country’s’ toughest times, Angelo developed a passion that would eventually change his life. He explained, “I lived through all the wars and I’ve seen united nations come in and try to help.
Read MoreKiKi grew up with military parents in Bremerton, Washington. Her childhood was not what most would call traditional, but she has a unique story to tell. “When my parents got divorced is when things kind of went downhill.” KiKi confided.
Read MoreChris grew up on a military base in Portsmouth, Va. The middle brother of five, Chris spent his toddler years with his grandparents in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Chris confided, “My childhood was interesting. I grew up in a single parent home. My mother had me during her senior year in Hampton.
Read MoreElise grew up the oldest of five children in Chesapeake, Virginia. Her family moved around a lot due to her dad being in the Army. Those adolescent travels allowed Elise to experience different cultures and develop the ability of making new friends.
Read MoreOlivia was born in Philadelphia, PA and raised Hartford, CT with her older brother and younger sister. Her parents are originally from Saigon, Vietnam, as she described her upbringing as very traditional and structured for cultural reasons.
Read MoreJustin was born in Los Angeles and raised in St. Louis area. Growing up as an only child, Justin was naturally very close with my parents. “Things were good.” Justin said humbly. “They were born and raised in East St. Louis area, where it’s low income and poverty stricken. I would always see them working hard.
Read MoreBriana is a southern belle born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. Briana grew up in a household where everyone loves to cook. Her parents are both Jamaican, so she was culturally brought up with a Caribbean background. Briana credits her southern influence as an inspiration and her roots as the seasoning on top.
Read MoreChris grew up in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He and his older brother were raised by their mother, who Chris describes as “the most hard working, selfless person I know.” Chris also found inspiration from his older brother growing up, who is currently an ER surgeon practicing in Houston, TX.
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