Riecy G On The Real

Dr. Jeanelle Perkins-Muhammad - WHM Spotlight Series

I’m honored to chat with my friend Dr. Jeannelle Perkins-Muhammad of TMI Counseling and Coaching she is an author, Psychotherapist and Licensed Family Therapist with more than 20 years of experience in relationship and life coaching. Tune in to find out more about her, and how she helps people heal and move on from past trauma, and mend marriages, families, and relationships!

 

Ebony Jenkins - BHM Spotlight Series

Ebony Jenkins, is an Engineer, Community Risk Reduction Coordinator, and Fire & Life Safety Educator with the Awendaw-McClellanville Consolidated Fire District. She was also the first African American and first female Chief of Santee Circle Rural Volunteer Fire Department. Ebony has been in the fire service for 13 years. She is also the CO-CEO of Long Time Coming ENT where she is an artist, model and actress. Tune in to find out more about Ebony and all the work she does in helping the community as a firefighter.

 

 

Charleston County Dept. Of Public Safety - WHM Spotlight Series

For Women’s History Month I chatted with some of the women of Charleston County Government Public Safety

Peggyrose Dowd - Community Engagement Coordinator

Stacy Matthew - Forensic Quality Assurance Manager - Tri-County Biological Science Center

Synovia Green - Executive Assistant and Administrative Service Manager

Tune in to learn more about them and the great work they do for Public Safety.

 

 

Charleston County Dept. Of Public Safety - EMT Academy Graduates - BHM Spotlight Series

I chat with Isabella, Brittney, Ashanti, and Ty, recent Charleston County EMS EMT Academy graduates. The academy which operates under Charleston County Government Public Safety Directorate was created as a community-based program to attract and recruit individuals from Charleston who are interested in pursuing a career in the medical field. The Academy’s main objective is to address staffing issues and promote diversity in the medical field by providing a platform for aspiring EMTs to receive paid training and education. Tune in to hear from this amazing group of young EMTs, as they share what motivated them to become an EMT, their experiences going through the Academy, what it's like working in public safety, and their future plans.

 

Mianna Anderson - BHM Spotlight Series

I chat with19 year old Mi'Anna Anderson, as a high school junior Mi'Anna participated in Charleston County Government Public Safety’s Student Leadership Intern Program, (SLIP) she completed the program in August, and is now in training to become a 9-1-1 Telecommunicator with Charleston County Consolidated Emergency Communications Center. SLIP is a paid internship two-year program for high school students that provides career readiness and training in addition to industry recognized certifications and credentials for EMS and 9-1-1

 

Michelle Simmons - BHM Spotlight Series

I chat with Michelle Simmons Chief Academic Officer of Charleston County School District, where she is tasked with leading nine academic departments, serves on the Superintendent's Cabinet, and works alongside a team dedicated professionals. Ms. Simmons is passionate about education and believes that an education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today. She is a powerful example of what can happen for scholars when their potential is recognized and nurtured. Tune in to learn more about the work she does, the message she has for the parents of CCSD students, and more!

 

Marcus Hammond - Black Food Truck Festival - BHM Spotlight Series

Tune in as I chat with Marcus Hammond, Founder of the Black Food Truck Festival! The goal of the festival is to create an atmosphere of unity, love, and positive vibes, and it’s mission is to make an economic and social impact on the community by showcasing and investing in area Black-owned businesses. The Black Food Truck Festival is the ultimate family reunion with over 40 food trucks and vendors featuring the best dishes in the region, from African-American soul food, to West African cuisines, Caribbean dishes, and more! Performances by local bands and musicians, and kid-friendly activities, all in a safe and secure environment.

 

Latoya Geddis - SC Thrive - BHM Spotlight Series

I chat with LaToya Geddis about the work she does and the non profit organization SC Thrive. LaToya is passionate about people, and being in positions to help her community flourish. She is a Training Coordinator with SC Thrive, the ONLY agency in SC that allows residents to do one application at once for several state programs such as Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP, and more! They provide efficient access to resources so people throughout the state can move towards stability. They also provide several training classes for Mental Health First Aid and Financial Wellness for partners and the community.