Soultown's CEO / Publisher
Da Sweet Potato
Da Sweet Potato
Da Sweet Potato
The Sweet Potato, is the Soultown mobile. It has traveled across the country to find the most interesting stories, communities, neighborhoods, people, and businesses. If you see this Sweet Potato in your neighborhood, be sure to stop her and grab a sweet pic. The Soultown's Sweet Potato traveled to Palo Alto to view the Black Lives Mat
The Sweet Potato, is the Soultown mobile. It has traveled across the country to find the most interesting stories, communities, neighborhoods, people, and businesses. If you see this Sweet Potato in your neighborhood, be sure to stop her and grab a sweet pic. The Soultown's Sweet Potato traveled to Palo Alto to view the Black Lives Matter street mural. She headed to Vegas to review the Black Tap restaurant in the Venetian Hotel. Once, she traveled to National Arches Park to witness the beautiful Red Rock creation.
Da MarshMallow
Da Sweet Potato
Da Sweet Potato
At The Soultown Magazine, our mission is to connect communities through storytelling. We believe every neighborhood has a unique tale waiting to be told.
Da Marshmallow is the new Soultown mobile in the Bay. It has traveled from as far north as Fresno, CA to as far south as San Jose delivering issues of
The Soultown - hot off the press!
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At The Soultown Magazine, our mission is to connect communities through storytelling. We believe every neighborhood has a unique tale waiting to be told.
Da Marshmallow is the new Soultown mobile in the Bay. It has traveled from as far north as Fresno, CA to as far south as San Jose delivering issues of
The Soultown - hot off the press!
If you see this vehicle driving up and down the 101, or stopped for gas, be sure to honk in support or stop Chillin to receive a discounted coupon for your next subscription.
Chillin'
Da Sweet Potato
Chillin'
"Chillin' da Conscious Poet," is the Technology Director and Computer Clubhouse Coordinator in the Silicon Valley. She has earned an AAA degree in Graphic Communications, a BS in Business, a MBA and a Master's degree in Information Systems. After a life-altering experience in West Africa in 2006, she made a promise to her ancestors, henc
"Chillin' da Conscious Poet," is the Technology Director and Computer Clubhouse Coordinator in the Silicon Valley. She has earned an AAA degree in Graphic Communications, a BS in Business, a MBA and a Master's degree in Information Systems. After a life-altering experience in West Africa in 2006, she made a promise to her ancestors, hence launching The Soultown Magazine in digital and in print form in January 2017.
Soultown Supporters
Matt Gilbert
Mr. Edward Mead
Mr. Edward Mead
GENERAL COUNSEL • MRG LAW PLLC
Contributing Writer - MRGreatness™️ Unbeknownst to most, MRGreatness™ is not a person, place, or thing. Rather, MRGreatness™ is a motto for living with the purpose and spirit of a Mentality Reflecting Greatness™. In hopes of healing our community from impoverished thinking and living, MRGreatness™ will s
GENERAL COUNSEL • MRG LAW PLLC
Contributing Writer - MRGreatness™️ Unbeknownst to most, MRGreatness™ is not a person, place, or thing. Rather, MRGreatness™ is a motto for living with the purpose and spirit of a Mentality Reflecting Greatness™. In hopes of healing our community from impoverished thinking and living, MRGreatness™ will serve as a lens to assist men, women, and communities to gain confidence in their abilities to overcome mediocrity, trauma, and setbacks in life.
Mr. Edward Mead
Mr. Edward Mead
Mr. Edward Mead
SENIOR PRESIDENT
Ed fought his way from the Jane Adams west side projects of Chicago to owning a successful business in Iowa: Limitless Potential. His mother and grandmother were avid readers and introduced him to The Wall Street Journal at 6 years old. He loves spending time giving back to his community by building bridges to help others develop their dreams.
Soultown Photographers
Tammy Konitzer-Williams
Tammy Konitzer-Williams
Tammy Konitzer-Williams
Tammy Konitzer-Williams is a photographer by spirit, educator by trade, and pet lover by nature. She is uniquely talented in each role.
Michael Muhammad
Tammy Konitzer-Williams
Tammy Konitzer-Williams
MASTERMIND
Brother Michael Muhammad is a multi-talented, multi-dimensional Mastermind. He is the Chief Photographer / Contributor Artist that captures the essence of The Soultown from his lens.
Cool Jake
Tammy Konitzer-Williams
Cool Jake
Jacob Crowell specializes in video & film production as well as photography. This includes headshots, documentary, fiction & non-fiction, promotional videos, instructional videos, and commercial video.
Soultown Writers
TruthSeeker
Faith Enthusiasts
JustCallMeTyra
Haisan 2X is the Senior Editor-in-Chief of The Soultown Magazine. He is a lifelong student, supplicant, and Cubs fan. He is an only brother, an only son, and sire to only one. Genuine and reflective; indefatigable and passionate, his energies spread across many endeavors.
JustCallMeTyra
Faith Enthusiasts
JustCallMeTyra
Born and partially raised on the South Side of Chicago. A former high school English teacher, she credits Toni Morrison’s advice to “write the book you want to read” for pushing her to finally write the story of The 9: From the South Side to Whitney M. Young Magnet High School. Tyra is the mother of two talented adults, Dantarius and Kali
Born and partially raised on the South Side of Chicago. A former high school English teacher, she credits Toni Morrison’s advice to “write the book you want to read” for pushing her to finally write the story of The 9: From the South Side to Whitney M. Young Magnet High School. Tyra is the mother of two talented adults, Dantarius and Kalim, who also wrote and produced the book’s theme song. In 2022, she was
a recipient of The Loft’s writing fellowship, Mirrors and Windows. She currently resides in Madrid, Spain, where she is spending this year as a language assistant.
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Faith Enthusiasts
Faith Enthusiasts
Let Miguel Tell it!
David Rainey has a Doctorate of Theology and is a former pastor who knows that more and more Americans truly love God but struggle with church. His writings and public presentations are designed to ‘free us from religion” and ‘release us to a relationship’ with God and creation.
Let Miguel Tell it!
Let Miguel Tell it!
Let Miguel Tell it!
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Let Miguel Tell it!
Let Miguel Tell it!
Let Miguel Tell it!
Poet, musician, educator, entrepreneur, and visionary. Miguel began writing poetry in the 4th grade. He was born in Los Angeles to first-generation Colombian
parents. His path through adolescence reflected a story of busy parents chasing the American dream and personal battles with American society. Inspired by the music and culture of hi
Poet, musician, educator, entrepreneur, and visionary. Miguel began writing poetry in the 4th grade. He was born in Los Angeles to first-generation Colombian
parents. His path through adolescence reflected a story of busy parents chasing the American dream and personal battles with American society. Inspired by the music and culture of his parents’ native Colombia, he embarked upon a journey of cultural revival while pursuing his Bachelor’s degree. Today he uses his knowledge of arts and culture to empower youth facing troubles.
Puptown Stories
Let Miguel Tell it!
Let Miguel Tell it!
Diquan Richard is a Bay Area Native who is currently pursuing an education at San Francisco State University. He is majoring in Studio Art while minoring in Computer Animation. Since the age of 13, Diquan has always had a passion to express himself creatively through his art, music, poetry, and his global humanitarian work. He has dreams
Diquan Richard is a Bay Area Native who is currently pursuing an education at San Francisco State University. He is majoring in Studio Art while minoring in Computer Animation. Since the age of 13, Diquan has always had a passion to express himself creatively through his art, music, poetry, and his global humanitarian work. He has dreams of gaining employment at Pixar Animation Studios as a computer animator.
Hometown Phenom
Hometown Phenom
Hometown Phenom
Derrick Holmes he Founder and CEO of Benjamin Banneker Watches and Clock Company headquartered in Denver, Colorado; Transformational Productions, LLC and Esteem Entertainment.
He has dual residences in Denver, Colorado, and Los Angeles, California, and is a single father to a 12-year-old daughter, Ne’Vaeh, who is with me all the time and
Derrick Holmes he Founder and CEO of Benjamin Banneker Watches and Clock Company headquartered in Denver, Colorado; Transformational Productions, LLC and Esteem Entertainment.
He has dual residences in Denver, Colorado, and Los Angeles, California, and is a single father to a 12-year-old daughter, Ne’Vaeh, who is with me all the time and a 32-year-old daughter, Deanna, who made me a grandpa of a soon to be three-year-old girl, Olivia.
Coach D1
Hometown Phenom
Hometown Phenom
Coach D1 is an educator and basketball coach. He earned his undergraduate degree in Social Welfare from Clarke University in Dubuque, IA, as well as his Master’s degree in Teaching from Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL. Over the course of his career, Coach D1 has emphasized discipline, teamwork, and personal growth on and off the c
Coach D1 is an educator and basketball coach. He earned his undergraduate degree in Social Welfare from Clarke University in Dubuque, IA, as well as his Master’s degree in Teaching from Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL. Over the course of his career, Coach D1 has emphasized discipline, teamwork, and personal growth on and off the court. Coach D1 has developed a strong interest in writing, contributing thoughtful pieces that reflect on leadership, mental health, and the human experience. He is a two time NAIA All- American in Track and Field. (Hurdles), favorite candy bar Reese or Fast Break.
Siempre Bella
Hometown Phenom
Siempre Bella
“Beauty isn’t just about glam—it’s about resilience.” With a decade of mastery in the cosmetology industry, Nara has evolved from a certified makeup artist and nail technician into a passionate licensed instructor. As the founder of Siempre Bella, she blends technical precision with a heart for mentorship. Having built her career on stren
“Beauty isn’t just about glam—it’s about resilience.” With a decade of mastery in the cosmetology industry, Nara has evolved from a certified makeup artist and nail technician into a passionate licensed instructor. As the founder of Siempre Bella, she blends technical precision with a heart for mentorship. Having built her career on strength and hard work, Nara come and get me now! dedicates her life to inspiring the next generation of beauty professionals to realize their worth and own their confidence.