EBN #42 Dr. Jermaine Wade

Written by Crystal Walker 

 

Dr. Jermaine Wade owner of, HEROH Chiropractic Lifestyle Center, brings a new kind of light to the knowledge of being healthy. As a chiropractor, there is sometimes, a connection with that person personally, to want to choose a career such as a chiropractor.With Jermaine, it was exactly that, dealings with the stress of cancer within his family, it began to make him think how he could help. He watched how all the surgery procedures and treatment plans went, but he still wasn't comfortable with just that. The stress and the emotional state was what triggered him. Through chiropractic studies he learned that there are so many ways to handle health issues, and also maintain a healthy lifestyle, without the traditional medicine treatment. Now with finding the location, that was one major difficulty Jermaine had to face. Once having a location in Mt. Juliet, it looked very nice on paper, but not really in person. He wanted to find an area where the community would be engaged in what he was trying to offer. Raising awareness to everyone about the importance of spinal care. Getting your spine checked is something everyone should do at some point in their life, the earlier the better. Finding his location in the downtown Nashville area, he treats people with children with a.d.d., to adults with migraines, digestive issues, sinus and asthma problems, and the occasional neck and back pain as well. He offers different types of techniques throughout his practice, such as Mignon Thermal Massage, which features the massaging action of the table that applies pressure to acupuncture points causing a flushing of toxins, stress relief, increased circulation to organs and enhanced metabolism all while burning calories. A few of the benefits from that include, lowered blood pressure, lowered cholesterol, relief of lower back discomfort and relief of chronic muscle and joint aches. Dr. Jermaine Ware enjoys sharing the information to anyone that is willing to learn how to restore and maintain a healthy lifestyle. For more information on Dr. Jermaine Ware his website is www.drjware.com

EBN #40 Nominee Male Model Thomas Harper

Written by Crystal Walker

Thomas Harper is a live and vibrant hard worker in the world of male modeling.Keeping up with him will be hard because he is constantly on the go. Growing up in Nashville, from an early age on Thomas always knew what he was interested. From modern art photography to his passion for how he appreciated vision and design.In 2008 during a Campaign he was apart of really ignited his joy for this business. Loving the enthusiastic experience of the different looks and styles of modeling, each day became more and more appreciative. Starting off on his own he began to do what any other model would do, he started to network. If not through social media, it was more word-to-mouth. Talking with models, that led to many different photographers eventually landed him in major roles. Even though his passion is always modeling, Thomas also does hair as well. Always thinking of ways to keep his income rolling in at all times. Now, becoming more into the world of hair and modeling Thomas managed to juggle both of his careers, which keeps even busier day by day. Hard work definitely pays off for Thomas, from working in music videos with pop star Kesha to landing a role on an upcoming TV show on Lifetime, which should air this upcoming March. With working 16 hours a day, Thomas literally has to create time to not only himself, but family as well. Making time for himself is so important to him these days, and every time he does, he makes his time enjoy a quiet space. Since that doesn't come as often Thomas just quickly snatches 10-15 minutes to himself, to allow himself to recharge. Now, nominated for male model of the year for the 2013 EBN Awards, he felt so surprised at the nomination. He felt honored, because this is something he loves to do, and for the community to recognize his accomplishments, he is very grateful.

EBN #39 Nominee Indie Author Dabney Johnson

Written by Crystal Walker

Passionate about writing and reading every since she was a child, Dabney knew her true calling was to become a writer. As a child growing up she read many novels and love stories. During the years of junior high, she wrote many plays for her school. Becoming so engaged into writing her drive to become a writer became stronger and stronger. Over her time in school Dabney had already had a booklet filled with all type of different plays. Throughout her time growing up inspiration to continue writing came more from everyday life to movies, things she has seen, or even heard. Dabney's choices of becoming a writer were always based from a true spiritual calling. As a writer, she knew there would be obstacles she had to face and overcome. Over the years that is exactly what she endured, from trying to manage and publish her own book, or even managing time aside to write becomes a struggle as well. If it's not attending to her daughter, it's her disability with her back. Having that makes it very difficult for her to sit in one place at a long period of time. Throughout all of these reasons to no longer continue, Dabney still maintain and push through to reach her dream towards writing her book. With six years of work she can finally say she has completed her first book in the year of 2012. Releasing her book entitled, "Corporate Thug Love", she received a tremendous response from her community. With nothing but positive feedback staying true to herself, and her 12-year-old daughter giving her the motivation, and the joy for writing urban books, Dabney has made sure all this hard work would pay off. She sees becoming a writer as a gift, something that is not for everyone. It is easy for someone to say, they want to write a book. Versus actually pulling it all the way through now with a nomination from 2013 EBN Awards for Author of the Year. At first, she didn't believe it, then upon her doing history, she realized that her nomination wasn't a joke and became ecstatic! She feels so grateful for the recognition of her work. To keep up with all with what's happening with Dabney Johnson her website address is www.authordabneyjohnson@weebly.com and also at facebook/authordabneyjohnson

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EBN #37 Fritzi Knapp

Written by Crystal Walker

Fritzi Knapp has worked as a hair stylist for the past 7 years. Wanting to find more ways to branch out and do more, she decided to switch things up and add to her career. She saw becoming an make up artist would be better, and bring more opportunities. With that, she saw more possibilities and more moves could be made while doing make up. Moving from California to Hermitage, TN she knew how styles may change.

Reaching out to her cousin, whom is also a hair stylist and make up artist, lives in California, and they use each other to network. Bouncing different ideas between one another was one of the ways she stayed connected with her family, while brainstorming new ideas as a make up artist and hairstylist between the two. Having so much support and looking up to people such as Tammy Johnson. Fritzi was able to stay focused and create Silver Image Salon. Participating in hair shows, to various fashion shows, Elite Business Network fashion show, as well as RAW Artist. In this business she knows there is always something to learn, and she never feels she is at her best because there is always something better. Her game is to always keep stepping up. Keeping her spunky and own unique style, she tries to stay unique, not wanting to be the same. Fritzi is all about keeping herself apart from the average, and stay up to date with a different style. Loving this fast paced world, working at music video shoots, to flash parties, and even body painting events for hair and make up. Fritzi Knapp has found a career that can keep up with her energy and passion she has towards her business. For upcoming information and contact information she can be found through Silver Image Salon and also facebook/silverimagesalon.

EBN #36 Nominee Male Entrepreneur Jay Umboh

Written by Crystal Walker

Today, allot of people create ways to start a business. As for Jay Umboh, his brother, and sister, they all created Lotus Energy Drink. In 2009, they all wanted to create something people could use and a product that can relate to the crowd they wanted to reach. While on a vacation one day, Jay's sister was drinking a Red Bull, and said that they could do something a whole lot better. That was all they motivation they needed to create a new flavorful energy drink. Developing a new product with siblings can be tough at times. With Jay, he had to deal with many different opinions, ideas, and plenty hard heads that were brought to the table.

Eventually the name, design, and favor all worked out for the greater good. Developing the formula, they gave a test run for many people to try it out. Choosing to go along with the energy market, it is very competitive. They all managed to create the two flavors which are high in antioxidants called Mangosteen and Acai Berry. With the taste, they succeeded and received a 9 out of 10 on the feedback. With most packaging, energy drinks are sometimes confusing. They all wanted to put out a cleaner, simple look, using a lotus flower, and a dragon. Using the lotus flower, coming from the muddy waters, represents purity. Meaning health, wealth, and prosperity. While showing that it doesn't matter where you come from, you can do anything you put your mind to. The dragon brings out a feel of power and protection towards the flower. Pushing their product in the Nashville area, in such events as the MTAS Convention, Nashville Fashion Week, and Music Marathon Works. Wanting to connect with the 18-25, professional work hard by day and party at night hard workers, they don't want to forget them. With their street team they make sure they hit every major area to keep their brand trending. Receiving this nomination as Entrepreneur of the Year, for the 2013 EBN Awards, their response was with much surprise. To them it felt cool and good that their hard work has been noticed. Wanting to stay up to date with Lotus Energy Drink go to www.lotusforever.com or facebook/lotusforever. Vote for Jay

EBN #35 Nominee Master Barber Eric Williams

Written by Crystal Walker

Eric Williams of Revolution Barber and Style Emporium is really doing his thing. 7 years later of his life he never would've saw him self as a barber today. Growing up throughout his life he loved art. Anything with painting, music, or any type of art, he was involved. Realizing the money wasn't as good as the passion of loving art. Eric managed to use his creativity with styles, cuts, and designs within hair.

Money coming in steady and he is at an advantage where he can still be apart of what he loved to do for so long, which is his art. In the 1920s and 30s men styled, cut, washed, they did it all. Eric uses that skill within his establishment as well, from styling men,women, and children. He wants to try and bring that back into the wraps of things. Being a new face in the area for a barber shop, he had to think smart about his location. Wanting to respect the other companies, he manged to find a nice area where it convenient for all those around him. Pushing to open up another shop is very time consuming and a strenuous job, but he is very determined of finding yet another location, Staying within the wraps of those around him he keeps a very tight schedule. From many different fashion shows, to music videos, photo shoots, as well as pin up model contests, and t.v. show pilots. Stepping inside of the Revolution itself will only give you that full affect. Bringing the world of music and entertainment into the shop. With the decor of guitars hanging and the feel of Hard Rock Cafe turned barber shop. With the nomination for Best Barber of the Year of the 2013 EBN Awards he felt very humble. Receiving an award for Best Barber of the Year in 2009, he feels the same peace, gratitude, and is even more thankful for the people that show their appreciation. Revolution Barber and Style Emporium is located at 1305 Mt. Juliet rd or at www.revolutionbarberandstyle.com Vote for Eric

EBN #34 Nominee Fashion Designer Jennifer Evans

Written by Crystal Walker

Growing up in Paris, TN Jennifer Evans branched out and delved into the art of fashion. Attending school and studying subjects from fine arts, to graphic design. She became more and more intertwined with the idea of design. At the beginning she did plenty of print work, and graphic tees, but each and every time she would do that. Her mind would take her deeper, wanting to know how to not only do graphic t-shirts, but actually design full pieces on her on. Sewing all of her life, that was just more conformation she needed to pursue her goal.

Managing to maintain designs throughout school to participate in such fashion shows each year, showed her dedication. Now 6-8 years later, Jennifer has managed to create many designs. In love with the art form of a couture look she still reigns with ambition towards her designs just as if she were still in school. Choosing to go with the couture look, it is a bit challenging at times. Mainly, from dealing with the customers and not understanding the cost of fabric and time to create a piece of that design. Her passion runs through the frustration because this is the style she loves to bring to life. Each year Jennifer tries to have at least two collections, one Spring and one Fall. Using any type of way to get her pieces out and noticed, she gets plenty of photos. Working with her friend from high school , she as a model helps Jennifer out allot. Especially when it comes to knowing what of models she need for a certain look she wants to portray, there is never any issues there. Now while working on her new collection, she becomes more and more excited. Working with in different realms of the fashion world, to fashion week, to fashion shows, anything to get her designs recognized. The days seem to pass by rather quickly when it's all work and more work. Jennifer understands that it takes a toll on not only her but her loved ones as well, but coming from such an understanding family, they realize the time and effort she puts into her dream, and respects her for that. Jennifer still tries to keep a well rounded balance between her work, family, and friends. Her nomination for Fashion Designer of the Year for the 2013 EBN Awards, brought her to shock and she felt honored all at the same time. Giving her a feel of professionalism she has more motivation to push even harder. Working with more and more people and creating more ways to network she stays with in the loop of things. Jennifer utilizes her vision into something that is much deeper than a piece of clothing. Now, the client might not see the detail within her designs, meaning the the way she envisions her design, or the way she promotes inspiration for each piece. She doesn't look at it as a product to sell, it's more of an emotionally state. Jennifer knows that it's all about being behind the art, from getting the fabric to putting ideas together. She enjoys her career indefinitely.Vote for Jennifer

EBN #33 Nominee Male Model Nathan McKellips

Written by Crystal Walker

Nathan McKellips is definetly a man of certainty. He remebers viewing one of Calvin Klien's early 90s commercials, and he was hooked. Seeing those models, how confident, strong,and driven they were, he wanted to be and do the exact same thing. Watching those commercials was all the inspiration he needed to pursue his career as a male model. To most, modeling may seem very easy, and all about looking good behind the camera.

Nathan learned that the hard way auditioning for a runway show. Coming to the audition in cowboy boots and slacks, he gave the judges more to talk about than his walk. Even though he was made fun of, Nathan utlized that information to become more serious when it comes to modeling. He learned that it was allot more to modeling than just looking good behind the camera. taking his career to another level, he began to recieve call from different photographers for shoots. Nathan has participated in Vanderbilts Runway Show and also small runway shoe in Orlando in the year of 2011. Now 4 years strong with a agency behind him, he sees his dreams coming true. Nathan would like to take his career to L.A. this summer, after he finishes his last semester in school, to focus more on acting. He wants to explore all of his talents. Nathan sees himself doing t.v. series to sitcoms in the future. Now, Nathan will be involved in the upcoming National Fashion Week. Vote for Nathan

EBN #32 Nominee Model Nina Covington

Written by Crystal Walker

Since a little girl, Nina has always admired red fashion. Even with the height of 5'3 she always loved the world of fashion and modeling. Growing up over the years, and all the models you see are either 5'7 or taller. She felt as if she couldn't even think about pursuing a career with modeling. One day shes doing photo retouching for a photographer, and he wanted to shoot her. Amazed, excited, and surprised all at the same time, she went to Florida for her first photo shoot. Every since that first photo shoot, nothing was holding Nina back.

A year and a half later, she is more pumped than when she was a little girl. She noticed becoming a model really pulled her out of her shell. She became more confident , and her self esteem boosted. Realizing that this isn't a industry for shy people at all, she had to be brave and come out of her safe box. Nina feels as a model, since she started out latter than most, she works extra hard to always come up with creative things. Nina loves art modeling, She loves when her images can create and tell a story. Nina story is definitely being told, with work by Thomas Dodd Force of Nature, her pictures are showcased in a Gallery in Paris. For the first time, she will have her all of her work shown in a gallery called Norgrets. This upcoming April she will be showcased in a art call in Clarksville, she has been in Steam Punk Fashion book, and she looks forward of more publication work in the future. Being nominated for best female model of the year, put Nina at a stand still. She couldn't believe it. Nina feels so honored to know that all of her hard work is being acknowledged and is paying off. She knows she is surrounded by so many wonderful models, and to get recognized, makes her eternally grateful. Vote for Nina Covington

EBN #31 Nominee Make up artist Tia Adams

Written by Crystal Walker

Moving from the Twin Cities, all the way to Music City. Ms. Tia Adams has made her way to the south to bring a new image, when it comes to art, dealing with the body. For the past year Tia has made her body art well known through the industry. She always knew she had the desire for art, but just couldn’t quite find anything that peeked her interest. As a make up artist there are limitations, and that’s something Tia wasn't with. She wanted to express herself bodily, and through body art she was able to do just that. Taking her career very serious, she began her research on every project that is in front of her. If it's research from a previous painter, and she adds her special touch, or to do something complete different, regardless she puts her time and effort into each piece. When she begins her pieces she just remembers to always go above and beyond. She began to have her worked showcased with RAW Artists in Nashville. She completed promotional work with Super Bob, and allot of different photographers as well. Can you imagine a 7 hour piece painted onto your body? With the skills from Tia that's what you will receive. Tia takes her art very serious and only can deal with serious inquires. She has realized in this business, people don't always want to pay for greatness. That's why she only works with those who respect their career and hustle, as well as her career and hustle. Tia has a Facebook/paintthebody where you can stay updated on her projects, and contact information as well.

EBN #30 Nominee Model Alexandra Van Zeelandt

Written by Crystal Walker

Ms Alexandra Van Zeelandt, has been working so hard in this world of entertainment! Coming from Brooklyn, NY, Alexandras' eye for of life was opened very early. At 12 years old, she moved to Franklin, TN. Dealing with such a dramatic change of scenery, Alexandra managed her time wisley. Around the age of 14, she dabbled in the universe of modeling. Very young, she decided against it. She felt something more, more than just being a model, but still didn't quite know. Coming froim a strong family, her mother would tell her how she could do, and be anything she wanted to be. Alexandra was the only person who could elliminate Alexandra from accomplishingnher dreams. Having a height of 5'5, in the modeling industry, is something that could quickly put doubt in any models' mind.

But when one person has so much charisma, passion, drive, and self motivation. Nothing will hold you back. Alexandra has that and then some. She used her height to intrigued others. Studying classics photos, while learning angles, she made herself a creative creature of art. Working in the world of entertainment Alexandra endured allot. Working as a actress, and a model as well, people would think of only dealing with pressures of auditions. Alexandra had to deal with the cattiness that came from other models. Throughout all the back talk and scrutiny she had to endure, she always held her own, and never backed down. She knew if there was something she wanted, she could apply herself. in which Ms. Van Zeelandt did, her drive, passion, and dedication all became visible through her personality. Her career has been very promising and fulfilling over the years. She has landed many jobs, from Vogue Italian Magazine, which she was featured for 3 different issues. Alexandra has had pictures showcased in four galleries in the year of 2012, a jewelry commercial that was aired in AL, TN, and GA. Since 2013 Alexandra has finished 3 calenders. She has a small part in a Martin Scorsese film entitled, The Wolf of Wall Street". Also she is featured in the next magazine called Bachelor Pad, which should be out this Spring. With all of her success, Alexandra wants to use her experience to inspire new models and models already within the industry. She wants to instill how to not always believe what people have to say. She wants people to know that we are all a child of God, and we are who we are. Create your art and be the one to deliver. To stay updated on this actress/model her facebook link is facebook/alexandravanzeelandt Vote for Alex

EBN #29 Nominee Hair Stylist Miciah Dycus

Written by Crystal Walker

There are so many ways to express your own creativity. When it comes to Miciah Dycus, he is an artist in the salon. Coming from Milian, TN, Miciah has put his stamp on hair in Nashville. Receiving his inspiration from, celebrity hairstylist Ken Paves of Los Angeles, CA. He had his mind on exactly what he wanted to accomplish. For the past 9 years Miciah has made himself a hair mogul towards many clients. Starting out he always had the desire for enhancing ones beauty, and through hair, is how he brings it out.

In 2003 he won first place in Female Hair Shaping at the NCA Annual Competition. Since 2005, Miciah has been working with hair throughout the Nashville area. In 2006 he began his career at Salon FX, where he allowed himself to grow as a stylist, but artist as well. Throughout the time, working at Salon FX, he began to allot of freelance work as well. Anyway for Miciah to help make himself marketable he did. Taking a break from the salon, he managed to land many freelance gigs along the way. He didn't want to just keep his skills within the salon, and he walkways looked for ways to make himself known as a stylist. He managed landing jobs with Warner Bro, with Jenson, for photo shoots. He worked with Vanderbilt for the years of 2009 and 2010 participating with the Make A Wish Foundation fashion show. He has worked for Bernard Porter, of Porter and Gentry Artist Development. He has done work with Raw Artist Fashion, for photo shoots as well. Tennessee Morning working with Kelly Sutton, and many more. Now, with his EBN awards nomination for Best Male Hair Stylist of the year, he feels ecstatic, and blown away. The feeling of his hard work being recognized, and appreciated, brings him to tears. Today, Miciah is still working with Salon FX, after taking his year off from the salon atmosphere. For more information he can be found through his facebook at www.facebook.com/miciahhairartistry Vote for Miciah

EBN #28 Nominee Indie Author Ricardo Ownes

Written by Crystal Walker

Going through life's struggles everyone has their own special way of dealing with such things. When it comes to Ricardo Owens, born and raised in Marshall Co. He expresses himself through spoken word, public speaking, and writing. At a very young age he became hospitalized due to a brain tumor that was found. Undergoing surgery he accumulated his first stroke. By the age of 19 and 23 he had had a total of 3 strokes within his life. In the end result he became partially paralyzed on his left side, and had to learn to walk again.

Imagining mentally, how to process that type of situation and how that could affect someone. Ricardo received his trials; learned to adapt in life with his disability. He could've easily chose the "poor me" road and feel down about his situation. Instead he chose to turn every negative thought into motivation for what he loves to do. By April 2010 Ricardo released a book entitled "Abstract Beyond Vizion". He felt his writing is beyond what people would imagine and that's where his title of his first book came from. Also on his book, he leaves his motto, which states "Overall this book is written to be an inspiration to its world of readers by being told something is impossible for you-do it and do it better than you are expected to". Continuing to push his book, he still managed to perform his spoken word. Being a hour away he performs in Nashville at places such as B.B. King, Sound Therapy, and Garden Brunch Cafe where he actually started his spoken word career. Today Ricardo is still focused on his writing. He has a new book coming out really soon, and looks forward to get back on the scene with spoken word and public speaking. While putting together his poetry cd as well. Now being nominated for best indie author of the year for the 2013 EBN Awards, he wasn't expecting this type of recognition at all, he just sees that God has put him here for some purpose. He feels allot of people couldn't survive the things that he endured, so being nominated when you're in lower standards, it feels good. To stay updated and to get more information on Ricardo's medical journey, you can go to his website at www.ricardoaowens.com Vote for Ricardo