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The YBM Leadership Alliance

Darryl B. Johnson — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:04:25 +0000

The YBM Leadership Alliance is the premier leadership development program for young black men between the ages of 14 and 18.

The vision of Young Black Men is to create a new reality where young black men are assumed to be and sought out as leaders of our community and where young black men recognize the greatness in themselves.

Young Black Men Leadership Alliance

Darryl B. Johnson — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:09:35 +0000

We produced this short video for the YBMLA on their annual leadership retreat at the Boy Scouts of America camp ground outside Charlotte, NC..

YBM’s mission is to develop young black men into 21st century Leaders by exposing them to positive leadership models, equipping them to be spiritually grounded to make a difference within humanity, and empowering them to become competent leaders with a passion for lifelong learning.

2011 Conference of the Handcrafted Soapmakers Guild in Miami

Darryl B. Johnson — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 01:30:35 +0000

In case you didn’t know, Miami is a great place for a conference. In May, I attended the Annual Conference of Handcrafted Soapmakers as the official videographer. Here is four days of footage edited into a few colorful, action-packed minutes. Thank you, HSMG. Miami was fun!

Zumba Diva

Darryl B. Johnson — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 03:46:38 +0000

We shot this video for Syreeta Smith the Zumba Diva, a married mom of four from Charlotte, NC who says that dance has always been her passion.

Zumba Diva from Darryl Johnson on Vimeo.

From taking tap and jazz dance classes as a youth to being a background dancer for main stream artists, dance has always been both an exciting and enjoyable activity. Zumba® is a fitness program that combines different music styles with fitness principles and exercise science for an innovative and unique exercise experience. Syreeta of www.getyourzumbaon.com became a certified Zumba® instructor so she can help others to do what she enjoys so much! That’s dancing, having fun and staying in shape!

Taking Care of Business

Darryl B. Johnson — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 20:17:12 +0000

I shot this video for an internationally renowned motivational speaker, Marlon Smith, president of Success By Choice, Inc.

Taking Care of Business from Darryl Johnson on Vimeo.

Marlon is an author and keynote speaker who has delivered his message of “success by choice” in dozens of cities around the world. For more information on “Taking Care of Business”, check out Marlon’s website at Success By Choice Seminars!

INDIEgu Promo

Darryl B. Johnson — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 03:06:19 +0000

Promotional video to insert into the INDIEgu Shopping welcome.

INDIEgu Promo from Darryl Johnson on Vimeo.

This is a video of some of the INDIEgu makers that will be on INDIEgu Shopping.

INDIEgu Makers

Darryl B. Johnson — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 14:09:55 +0000

Promotional video to showcase are INDIEgu Makers fabulous products that are for sale on the INDIE network.

INDIEgu Maker Video from Darryl Johnson on Vimeo.

Video showcasing some of the Makers that are selling their products at INDIEgu.com: Charlene Sevier, Debbie Chialtas, Alyssa Middleton.

This was edited with video shot by IBN members and sent to us for the production of this promo.

Urban Business Network, Charlotte, NC

Darryl B. Johnson — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 21:30:05 +0000

This is a promo video of the Urban Business Networks town hall meeting designed to give business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs a chance to network and hear helpful tips.

Urban Business Network from Darryl Johnson on Vimeo.

This is a promo video of the Urban Business Networks town hall meeting designed to give business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs a chance to network and hear helpful tips.

“There’s a need for other businesses to come together, network, socialize, trade information ideas and resources,” said No Grease co-owner Damian Johnson. “This really is the time for the Charlotte urban business community to get some type of common ground when discussing business.” No Grease Barbershop organized the town hall, which is also sponsored by Wells Fargo.
Johnson was joined by other business and local leaders such as Mayor Anthony Foxx, JCSU president Ron Carter, Urban League CEO Patrick Graham and others.

Interview With Dr. Paula Newsome, O.D.

Darryl B. Johnson — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:58:47 +0000

I shot this video for the Pride Entrepreneur Education Program (PEEP), a non-profit organization serving the need of African American youth in Charlotte. It’s an interview of Dr. Paula Newsome, O.D., the first female African American member of the American Academy of Optometry.
Interview With Dr. Paula Newsome, O. D. from Darryl Johnson on Vimeo.

Pride Entrepreneur Education Program’s video for 2010 luncheon.

I like how Dr. Newsome emphasized the importance of not letting anyone put you into a box. You can visit Dr. Newsome’s website here.

Question: How does Dr. Newsome inspire you to be your best?