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Carolyn Jean Davis is a speaker, author, certified biblical counselor, and life coach. She is the

founder and CEO of Excited Free Living, an organization that serves people who seek to become

unchained from the bondage of pain and walk closer to God. She is also the co-founder and

executive director of JC Is the Way Ministries, Inc., which exists to reach and equip families

through Christ-centered counseling and education.

She is a credentialed Dean and Instructor in the Congress of Christian Education of the National

Baptist Convention, USA Inc., and the Baptist State Convention of Illinois. She is a well-sought-

after teacher and professor at the Chicago Baptist Institute, where she was recognized for her

commitment to Christian Education with an Honorary Doctrine of Divinity.

Carolyn is passionate about ministering to women and has spoken at their fellowship meetings,

women’s day services, and conferences/retreats.

She lives with her husband of 40 years, Keith. They have two adult sons.

I was born on the Westside of Chicago. Graduated from Providence St. Mel HS and 

DePaul University.  My parents taught me and my siblings to work for what you want (even if that meant working multiple jobs).  My Father especially didn't want us to settle for basic.

So that’s what I set out to do! As an accountant and beautician I always wanted to be helpful and making people feel good about themselves.

So when God dropped Juneteenth Apparel in my lap it made sense.  Help people to learn a little of their history, help them realize they should Celebrate their own Personal FREEDOMS and provide quality products that looks good and have meaning.

I feel that if we can positively change the mindset of people one by one we can change the World!!

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Their innovative business features 100% Non-Alcoholic Wines, Sparkling Teas and Spirit Alternatives. Magnolia Crescent also offers Non-Alcoholic Wine Tastings and a beautifully landscaped outdoor event venue featuring over 88 fruit trees & fruit shrubs, a walking trail, pool, 2 bee hives and a family of laying hens affectionately known as the "Golden Girls."Anthony D. & Karriemah are "Purpose Partners," a husband & wife team, parents of two amazing children and are passionate about life and enjoying "adulting" without alcohol. Sharing a lifestyle of peace, joy, entertainment and lifelong learning have been the vision behind them opening their over 2-acre homestead orchard to family, friends and guests alike.Enthusiasts of "Sober Sophistication," Anthony D. & Karriemah established a Black-owned fruit orchard and non-alcoholic winery in the beautiful City of Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia.

So when God dropped Juneteenth Apparel in my lap it made sense. Help people to learn a little of their history, help them realize they should Celebrate their own Personal FREEDOMS and provide quality products that looks good and have meaning.

At Sensational Heating & Air, we believe that comfort should be more than just a feeling – it should be an experience that brings excitement and joy to your home. Founded in 2020 by David, our company has been driven by a passion for excellence and a vision to become one of the leading HVAC companies in the greater Chicagoland area.

David started this journey by carrying the company on his back, initially under the name Proficient Mechanical Services, armed with a 2005 Toyota Avalon and a five-year business plan. His goal was clear: to bring a fresh and valuable approach to the community, revolutionizing the way they experienced comfort.

Our core values reflect our dedication to making a positive impact:

• Be the Change You Want to Become: We believe in leading by example and continuously striving to improve ourselves and our services.

• Make Great Men Better: Our commitment to nurturing and developing our team ensures that we can deliver exceptional service to our valued customers.

• Be a Leader: We aspire to be industry leaders by staying up-to-date with the latest technologies, techniques, and best practices, guaranteeing top-notch solutions for all your heating and air needs.

• Educate Our Communities: We strive to be a helping hand you can Trust. We take pride in not only providing reliable services but also educating our customers, empowering them to make informed decisions about their HVAC systems.

David's sleepless nights building up the Sensational brand are a testament to his unwavering dedication. He firmly stands behind our two slogans: "Devoted Towards Your Comfort" and "Where Excitement Meets Comfort." These slogans encapsulate our commitment to prioritize your comfort needs while making your experience with us truly sensational.

When you choose Sensational Heating & Air, you can be confident that we care deeply about your comfort. Our highly skilled team ensures that every visit to your home leaves you feeling satisfied, rejuvenated, and truly sensational. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to our core values and the essence of what Team Sensational stands for – the harmonious union of excitement and comfort.

Thank you for considering Sensational Heating & Air. We look forward to the opportunity to provide you with exceptional service and make your comfort experience truly sensational.

Rhonda Johnson is a transformational coach who helps people transform their lives after significant losses or trauma. She is ordained in ministry and has worked in hospice helping others and their families with transitioning, Rhonda is also a licensed Clinical Massage Therapist and Medical Esthetician who combines these skills to help others make life-changing transformations (often where others may not or could not help), to make people look good, feel fabulous, and able to overcome any obstacle in their way.

Diagnosed as disabled at age 21 due to trauma, Rhonda personally experienced many tough, emotionally challenging, and even life-threatening times from which she almost did not survive. Her mission became to help others out of that same type of bondage.

Her coaching helps people make better decisions, have better outcomes, avoid mistakes, traps, snares, and red flags in relationships, and overcome, heal, and improve their lives following trauma thru empathy, community, education, information, self-reflection and more. Her programs are for people who are dealing with toxic relationships, complicated grief, and childhood trauma and anyone who wants and needs to be better for themselves, their loved ones, and their community.

Be Your Best Self!

Da Book Joint is a Black woman-owned business born on the Southside of Chicago committed to literary growth and positive engagement of the youth.

Books are a powerful resource to gain knowledge and grow in all areas of life. Just about everything can be learned from a book. Whether you are seeking history, advice for self-improvement, or a good laugh, books never fail to satisfy what you are looking for. Rest assured, Da Book Joint has the perfect book for you!

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Da Book Joint is a bookstore created with the purpose of uniting lovers of literature with diverse bestselling and rising authors. We’ve been in operation since 2007 and since then, we have developed a thriving community for our customers, where they can easily purchase books they love and come together with like-minded individuals through virtual and in-person literary events.

Books are a powerful resource to gain knowledge and grow in all areas of life. Just about everything can be learned from a book. Whether you are seeking history, advice for self-improvement, or a good laugh, books never fail to satisfy what you are looking for. Rest assured, Da Book Joint has the perfect book for you!

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Da Book Joint is a bookstore created with the purpose of uniting lovers of literature with diverse bestselling and rising authors. We’ve been in operation since 2007 and since then, we have developed a thriving community for our customers, where they can easily purchase books they love and come together with like-minded individuals through virtual and in-person literary events.

So that’s what I set out to do! As an accountant and beautician I always wanted to be helpful and making people feel good about themselves.

I feel that if we can positively change the mindset of people one by one we can change the World!!

Black Oaks Center facilitate communities in being resilient.  We are currently restoring the agricultural richness of what was and still is the largest black farming community north of the Mason Dixon Linge.  Pembroke Farmland Restoration is helping landowners get access to USDA resources to upgrade the viability of their farms and ranches.