Discover the Hero of a Thousand Faces project - an exploration of diverse narratives shaping the perception of Black men. Join us to uncover untold stories and celebrate the impactful contributions of Black men from various backgrounds.
- Hero of 1000 Faces: AJ Donaldson and Dr. Gregory SaltersWe have a double feature in September - two Heroes!
A.J. Donaldson
From the "poster child of Education” (4.0 GPA, ~1400 SAT Score, Received superlatives in every category available at a predominately Hispanic private school in Miami) to playing Division-1 football at the University of Miami, while earning a DUAL degree in both Audio & Electrical Engineering.
• Tutored 1000’s of students over 20yrs with a 93+% success rate, then became a successful entrepreneur in the space of Education & Tutoring, using a $20k Line Of Credit, turning it into a $1M Revenue generating business,
• transitioning into the nonprofit sector to help those who couldn't afford academic support, The EPIC Foundation has now impacted over 800 students and given more than a half million dollars in scholarships and programming!
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Dr. Gregory A. Salters
Dr Salters served for over 28 years with the Fort Lauderdale Police Department. He concluded his career as an Assistant Police Chief/Chief’s Executive Officer. He is the Founder/Managing Partner of The S.A.L.T. Mine Success and Leadership Training Institute LLC. He is also the Director of Campus Safety at Florida Memorial University.
Working with Dr. Salters, organizations have improved their teamwork, efficiency, retention, and recruitment. Their team members have grown personally and professionally, received advanced educational degrees, prestigious certifications, and career advancement; up to executive level positions. He is a bridge builder, standard raiser, and barrier breaker.
He earned his Doctorate degree in Adult Education/Human Resource Development from Florida International University. His dissertation explored the impact of racial profiling on Black males seeking jobs in law enforcement and committing to law enforcement careers.
Dr. Salters’ training has includes: The Center for Advanced Criminal Justice Studies, Executive Leadership Program; the Police Executive Research Forum’s (PERF)- The Senior Management Institute for Police (SMIP) Session 34, the Southern Police Institute (SPI); and the FBI National Academy (Session 240).
Dr. Salters' scholarly research and experiences enable him to add value as he consults and/or facilitates courses for organizations. He facilitated courses for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement’s (FDLE) Florida Leadership Academy. Dr. Salters has also facilitated FDLE’s Minority Recruitment and Retention Forum, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People’s School to Prison Pipeline at Florida Atlantic University, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) Race and Law Enforcement course at the Miami Field Office. Dr. Salters also prepares individuals for employment and promotional processes.
Dr. Salters is active in the community. He has served as the Chairman of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated, Zeta Alpha Lambda Chapter’s Men of Tomorrow mentoring program. In 2014, he was recognized as Zeta Alpha Lambda’s Brother of the Year. He was also recognized as Broward County School Board’s “Mentor of the Year” for the 2014 – 2015 school year. I was honored as one of “South Florida’s Most Influential Black Leaders” by Legacy Magazine. Additionally, he serves as Senior Deacon of Tom Raines Lodge #484 F&AM PHA and is a member of Prince Hall Shriners SABA Temple.
- Hero of 1000 Faces: Kirk BrownRecorded August 21, 2024
Our featured speaker for August is Kirk Brown - a transformational leader that navigates diverse business challenges to power revenue gains and strengthen operational performance through inspired solutions, empowering teams and enhancing performance.
Brown is an accomplished management professional with over 20 years of experience working with a broad range of organizations and individuals, from privately held middle market companies to government, nonprofit organizations to community based committees focused on impacting change. Proven ability to work with executives and community leaders to analyze complex statewide issues, to develop sound business strategies and successfully implement large change initiatives.
- Hero of 1000 Faces: Cilk McSweeneyRecorded May 15, 2024
Cilk McSweeney is a dynamic profile that seamlessly blends creativity, athleticism, and leadership. He is a figure of inspiration and influence. As an author, Cilk has harnessed the power of words to captivate and motivate, penning works that resonate with readers of all ages. Transitioning from the pen to the stage, Cilk’s prowess as an actor showcases a versatility and depth that connects with audiences, bringing characters to life with authenticity and passion.
Beyond the arts, Cilk stands at the helm of the basketball court as the Head Varsity Basketball Coach at Calvary Christian Academy. Here, his passion for the game and commitment to excellence has not only shaped winning strategies but has also cultivated the lives of young athletes, instilling in them the values of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance.
- Hero of 1000 Faces: Rashad D. ThomasRecorded April 17, 2024
Have you ever questioned your value? Even in the midst of success, Rashad D. Thomas had a moment when he thought he didn't belong. Growing up in challenging Liberty City, Rashad Thomas became a pastor...but not like you would think.
Hero of 1000 faces seeks to highlight 1000 heroes of the Black diaspora from all ages and walks of life to help provide a greater perspective on who Black men really are and who they can become.
- Hero of 1000 Faces: George GadsonRecorded March 21, 2024
“You have everything you need inside of you already...”
National artist George Gadson speaks about the influences that led him from being a successful banking executive to a national artist and the truth about life that he now understands.