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Meet the Panelists

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Ieesha Abdur Rahman

Self-taught visual artist, Ieesha Naeema, is a lifelong creative. She began acrylic painting at the end of 2015 and in 2016 transitioned into portrait and pop art paintings. With music being an important piece of her creative process, lyrics to her favorite songs have inspired her Afrocentric creations. Ieesha’s work has been featured in Voyage Dallas and the international showcase by RAW Artists. Check out her work on IG, @creationsbyina_.

Paris Ellis

Paris Ellis is the owner and artist behind ARTCHIDESIGNS, LLC. ARTCHIDESIGNS is known for its eye-catching, abstract, resin pour designs captured on canvas. As an abstract artist, Paris loves using this method to illustrate no two art pieces are ever the same. Also a philanthropist, Paris started the We Matter Period (WMP) initiative to help solve the lack of feminine care products for homeless women in our local communities. For more of her work and info on WMP, visit www.artchidesigns.com.

Aakeem Bennett

Aakeem Bennett is an aspiring Public Speaking Coach and a Champion with Toastmasters, Int. He has placed 1st nationally in Impromptu Speaking with Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). Aakeem has also been a guest judge on multiple panels for speech contests including the Jack and Jill Oratorical Contest. To contact Bennett Inspirations, click the mail icon below. 

Allan Small

Kickstart Law, LLC's Founder, Allan A. Small III, Esq. is a two-time graduate of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. He obtained his Bachelors Degree from the School of Business & Industry in 2012. In 2018, he completed his Juris Doctor in 2018 from his alma mater‘s College of Law. Drawing on the experience he’s gained drafting and negotiating contracts at multiple levels, Kickstart Law, LLC offers business counseling, contract drafting, and copyright registration services, to name a few. .