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RONNIQUE HAWKINS (She, her, hers)
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RONNIQUE is the Executive Director of Learn My History, and is a film producer and entertainer who uses personal experience as inspiration for upcoming programs, movies and organizational projects. As a young woman, Ms. Hawkins longed for inclusive historical education. Despite this, she began painting historical figures and helped address this challenge. She continued her quest through the Arts, singing with artists of various genres and is featured on music productions including the 2006 James Brown Tribute Album dedicated to the beloved icon. She studied acting from top New York schools and appeared on various television shows. Modeling in the fashion world crossed over to activism and global awareness for Breast and Prostate Cancer. As such, she has been involved with and received personal letters of support from the Emmy winning Executive Director of the NY Martin Luther King Center for Nonviolence. She's participated in programs with local radio stations, The United Nations, The National Voting Rights Museum in Selma Alabama, and spoken at various venues.
In 2003, Ronnique was requested to assist with the production of a work in progress film: “The Untold Story of Emmett Louis Till” on 1955 case of the 14 year-old child. This case garnered global awareness and Ms. Hawkins considers accompanying late pioneer journalist Ed Bradley, the CBS film crew and supportive families to Mississippi. In 2005, this film which she serves as a producer was Emmy nominated. President Joe Biden signed the Emmett Till Antilynching Act and Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument.
In 2003, she founded two charitable non-profit 501(c)(3)s, and recognizing the need for Multicultural Youth Empowerment through intergenerational mentoring, she now focuses on her beloved 'Learn My History' non-profit. By design, this intergenerational program transfers knowledge, toward a greater appreciation while encouraging youth to be leaders not statistics. Its benefit of self esteem for youth is publicized from them in YouTube videos. Ronnique is the producer of a 30-minute educational piece called Learn My History…From the Past to the Present, which includes unreleased words and footage from the families of Till and other Historical families, multicultural activists, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame musicians, teachers, authors, and more. As Creative Directors she writes and Produces LMH programs. 'Create With Ro', the 1st program is successfully achieving goals of the mission statement and going into its 4th season.
Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2022, Ronnique didn't waste time with launching her second youth program while still recovering, called 'The LMH Children's Network.'
In 2003, Ronnique was requested to assist with the production of a work in progress film: “The Untold Story of Emmett Louis Till” on 1955 case of the 14 year-old child. This case garnered global awareness and Ms. Hawkins considers accompanying late pioneer journalist Ed Bradley, the CBS film crew and supportive families to Mississippi. In 2005, this film which she serves as a producer was Emmy nominated. President Joe Biden signed the Emmett Till Antilynching Act and Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument.
In 2003, she founded two charitable non-profit 501(c)(3)s, and recognizing the need for Multicultural Youth Empowerment through intergenerational mentoring, she now focuses on her beloved 'Learn My History' non-profit. By design, this intergenerational program transfers knowledge, toward a greater appreciation while encouraging youth to be leaders not statistics. Its benefit of self esteem for youth is publicized from them in YouTube videos. Ronnique is the producer of a 30-minute educational piece called Learn My History…From the Past to the Present, which includes unreleased words and footage from the families of Till and other Historical families, multicultural activists, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame musicians, teachers, authors, and more. As Creative Directors she writes and Produces LMH programs. 'Create With Ro', the 1st program is successfully achieving goals of the mission statement and going into its 4th season.
Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2022, Ronnique didn't waste time with launching her second youth program while still recovering, called 'The LMH Children's Network.'
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Andrea Morehead Allen (She, her, hers)
Seven-time Emmy Award-winning journalist and Edward R. Murrow Award winner Andrea Morehead Allen, serves as the Community Impact Anchor for ReJoyce Financial of Carmel, Indiana. A known TV, Radio & Show Host, she produces original content about non-profit organizations across the state of Indiana for the company’s Retirement Halftime Show. Allen is also co-host of Alex & Andrea LIVE on Freedom 95 Radio 95.9FM Monday through Friday from 7-8am. She’s also a Home Shopping Network (HSN) Brand Ambassador. Allen’s television career included field-anchoring worldwide and national events: 2009 Presidential Inauguration of U.S. President Barack Obama and much more. Allen founded the production company Clover Lane Media, LLC, which was Emmy-nominated for its PBS documentary Indiana Trailblazers. She produced with Ancestry.com the documentary It’s a Family Reunion: What’s Your Story? She’s a board member of Pink-4-Ever Ending Disparities which seeks to reduce breast cancer late-stage diagnosis and death rates for black women in Indianapolis. Ms. Allen won her own breast cancer battle in December 2018. Passionate about building her community, Ms. Morehead Allen is proud to serve on the Learn My History Board of Directors! |
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Chanie Moskowitz (She, her, hers)
MRS. MOSKOWITZ is a beautiful family oriented woman, who knows the value of helping others and good intending businesses. She has always taken a liking to projects geared toward small children and youth in general. She's got a great reputation as a sounding board for people by answering questions. Although her schedule would rival most President's, she still makes time to assist, especially those wishing to make a difference in diverse communities. She's helped many Jewish and non Jewish non profits maximize their funding, and assists them with getting additional funding. She's counseled CEOs, board members, staff etc, on starting or operating successfully. Looking beyond religion and culture, Chanie enhances her philanthropy and lends her vast accounting and other skills to others. Advising on the importance of governance and sustainability, she also helps organizations in a seamless connection between the programs and their financials, and being audit ready all the times. Chanie is proud to serve on the Learn My History Board of Directors! |
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Mark Hays (He, him, his)
Mark is a proud father and grandfather and loving Husband living in Florida. He is known to family, friends and co-workers as a supporter of positive social causes. Mark is also a former executive of the Brighthouse company now Spectrum, and enjoyed being an Account Executive. As a graduate from the University of Maryland, he's earned degrees in the Kinesiology and Nutrition field. He once owned a company that specialized in exercise, improving health. Mark values his education and work with biomechanical, physiological, and psychological principles and the various mechanisms of body movement. For years, he's applied orthopedic strength, conditioning and sport psychology to adults and children, which proves to increase mobility and a positive mental outlook. Of Mark's various experience, his proudest moments are coaching young future athletes in various Florida cities, in football, basketball and baseball little leagues, especially those with special needs or learning disabilities. Mark is proud to serve on the Learn My History Board of Directors! |
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Derrick Love (He, him, his)
Mr. Love is a world traveler with a background in marketing. He's proud to have served as a First Lieutenant in the Air Force. Derrick has over 20 years of experience working in the entertainment business, and has provided various levels of security for famous and profoud individuals. He humbly served as vice president of the community neighborhood block board association. This instilled an education from their missions of bringing together young people in an organized fashion to become home owners, especially those who care for their neighborhoods and community. Perhaps the proudest examples of his work, is working with children in Long Island New York, teaching in areas of scholastic and physical education. He specializes in assisting students with their mathematical and reading skills, and finds this of all his mentoring guidance as most rewarding. Derrick understands the need for inclusion and youth empowerment, particularly in underserved, and less advantaged areas, and has helped thousands of teens and pre-teens both domestically and internationally. Derrick is proud to serve on the Learn My History Board of Directors! |
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Carleton Ridenhour, aka: 'Chuck D' (He, him, his)
Mr. Ridenhour, is a global humanitarian, who always transcends color lines. A worthy cause spokesperson, this Rock and Roll and Grammy Hall of Fame Inducted artist, is iconically known as the educator / entertainer 'Chuck D'. Philanthropy has earned his collaborations with John Mellencamp, U2, Metal Bands etc, and he's recorded and composed film soundtracks. He helped to improve the music industry, and holds keys to many cities. For over 35 years, Chuck D remains a highly requested speaker from 350 Universities in USA, The UK, Germany, Denmark, The Netherlands, Moscow, Japan, France, Africa and Brazil etc, and evaluates diversity and educational differences. He humbly appears at educational, cultural, technology institutions events and more. The New York Times named one of his legendary group Public Enemy's work among the “25 Most Significant Albums of the Last Century.” A regular on Nightline, CNN, etc, he also appeared on 'The Blues' on PBS created by Martin Scorsese. Mr. Ridenhour's awards include: The 'Patrick Lippert Award for Contributions in Community Service and Recording Artists who Create Political and Social Change', Vanity Fair's 'Icons of Rock', Rock the Nation Award at “Rock the Vote”, Spin Magazine's “100 Greatest Albums (1985-2005)", Sports Emmy Award for dedication to Muhammad Ali, Voted 44th Greatest Artists in Rock 'n' Roll history by Rolling Stone, profiles in Forbes, Time, USA Today, Upside Magazine's "Elite 100" list of Internet leaders with Bill Gates and Steve Jobs etc. He proudly Mentors youth and advocates for environmental causes like MusicCares, National Urban League, HBO’s campaign for National Peace and Partnership for a Drug Free America. Chuck is proud to serve on the Learn My History Board of Directors! |
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Elizabeth Pough (She, her hers)
Proud veteran’s wife and mother of two, Mrs. Pough has an extensive career and interest in our community through her educational and professional background. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of South Florida and Masters in Public Administration. While pursuing her education, Mrs. Pough gained insight working in various police department’s like the Special Victims Unit, dispatch office, etc. Furthering her interest in service and community, she served as an AmeriCorps City Year member, making her mark in inner city schools in Orlando, FL and San Antonio, TX. Through AmeriCorps, Mrs. Pough has championed for children by sharing her stories of impact and the need for legislative support by speaking to state representatives and large non-profit fundraising leaders. In 2013, Mrs. Pough continued using her talents for a better tomorrow by working with child abuse prevention organizations and child welfare throughout the Suncoast Florida regions. Mrs. Pough enjoys interacting with her Haitian community and bridging the gaps, volunteering at local churches and living the life of a servant-leader. Passionate about uplifting those around her, Elizabeth is proud to serve on the Learn My History Board of Directors! |
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Kacey Troupe (He, him, his)
Mr. Troupe has documented the most intricate moments that helped to shape parts of Sarasota Florida, as a historian for the past 30 years. Besides a known skills in photography, Trichology and videography, Mr. Troupe is also known as a master and a top barber in Sarasota Florida. Clients include those in law enforcement, education, nutrition, famous athletes, children, disparaged individuals, Judges in the court system and many more. Mr. Troupe has consulted on various movie projects, from inception, creative content, management, marketing, public relations, to editing for its best reception. He has also enjoyed mentoring youth at the Boys and Girls Club of Sarasota, making sure to capture precious celebrations. Mr. Troupe has been a mentor beyond 30 years, and worked for companies like GLC and Amp Athletics. He has also worked for 5th Son Entertainment as a videographer. His proudest work includes interviewing revered historians, churches and youth missions as a community supporter. He also worked for the Sarasota Democratic Party, capturing private events at 5-Star locations, and Suncoast Center for Independent living. Mr. Troupe also enjoyed consulting with M.A.D Entertainment, Esaws and Elegant Events by capturing beautiful weddings, parties, graduations etc, with photographs and keepsakes. He’s also worked for organizations in the Newtown area for development with residents and youth. Passionate about building his community, Mr. Kacey Troupe is proud to serve on Learn My History's Board of Directors! |
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Pastor Mark Sadaaca, (He, him, his)
Mr. Sedaaca is a well known, loved and revered person, whose admiration transcends into multicultural religions and beliefs. Pastor Mark served in many churches, increasing the membership and growth of the like-minded, and established a rare acceptance from nearly every walk of life. He serves on various boards, from youth empowerment to homeless individuals, and highlights the inclusion of people normally excluded simply by disparagement. Harvest Tabernacle house of worship, is where Pastor Mark serves with outreach. For 40 years, he's delivered millions of pounds of food and clothing to the needy. He works with courageous single mothers, homeless veterans, and Sarasota Ministerial Association's multicultural organization, that improve lives and communities, in event planning, marketing, website management and social media. Of many, Mr. Sedaaca helps to organize the annual, 'Stations of the Cross’ Fellowship march down Main Street, that's well-attended by multicultural clergy, City and law enforcement and children. Pastor Mark has served people with the Salvation Army for 6 years, as their FIRST non-Army outreach pastor to the homeless, and AWANA Worldwide program that raises and teaches children various studies. A TWO time cancer thriver, he provides others with effective healthy guidance. Passionate about building his community, Pastor Mark Sedaaca is proud to serve on the Learn My History Board of Directors! |
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Golden (Fred) Monix (He, him, his) ~
Golden's extensive philanthropic history mostly within Sarasota Florida. He served as the Unit Director for The Boys & Girls Club in Sarasota County for about 20 years. Program development, management of personnel and youth projects, are what Mr. Monix excelled in. He handled the fulfillment of larger organizational goals, coordinated the activities between multiple projects and directly managed them. Instead, they manage the main program, giving detailed attention to program strategies, project delegation, and implementation. He also monitored inter-connected and cross-project activities. Golden is still approached by those he served, now young or older adults, and told how appreciated he is. He is warmly known as a historical asset to the community. He cares for future generations, and shares his wisdom to help someone improve their life. Mr. Monix is also known for his catering skills, also in the hospital & health care industries. Within Sarasota, his fine culinary skills include private events catering, multicultural and religious cuisine, with an expertise in food safety. Mr. Monix oversees all event aspects that make his events successful and enjoyable. Appealing plate presentation is a quality he excels in. As a strong operations professional, Golden enjoyed attending Johnson & Wales University. Passionate about building his community, Golden Monix is proud to serve on the Learn My History Board of Directors! |
Meet our LMH Youth Advisory Board
The purpose of the LMH YAB, is for our youth to share opinions on production, advertising, marketing and event participation with our Board of Directors, for Learn My History Foundation to deliver optimal benefits. It's rare that both programs benefit 'at risk' to privileged youth within 1 organization.
Graduates of both programs wish to stay involved, to help strengthen and grow LMH, and advise our Board on production, marketing, how their different languages inspire cultural appreciation, perform or co-produce events with our production team (Program 3's upcoming LMH Youth Zone), and best of all, they'll graduate after serving for 1-year and are excited to place this experience on their résumés!
Thank you Carla, Sofia, Jennifer, Aimee, Samira, Lara, Mia, Maddox, Diego, Alfonso, Alia, Kofi, Josiah, Peyton & William. Stay tuned!
The purpose of the LMH YAB, is for our youth to share opinions on production, advertising, marketing and event participation with our Board of Directors, for Learn My History Foundation to deliver optimal benefits. It's rare that both programs benefit 'at risk' to privileged youth within 1 organization.
Graduates of both programs wish to stay involved, to help strengthen and grow LMH, and advise our Board on production, marketing, how their different languages inspire cultural appreciation, perform or co-produce events with our production team (Program 3's upcoming LMH Youth Zone), and best of all, they'll graduate after serving for 1-year and are excited to place this experience on their résumés!
Thank you Carla, Sofia, Jennifer, Aimee, Samira, Lara, Mia, Maddox, Diego, Alfonso, Alia, Kofi, Josiah, Peyton & William. Stay tuned!
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Learn My History Foundation
Address: P.O. Box 3333 Sarasota, FL 34230 Phone: (212) 613-5787 Email: LearnMyHistory@gmail.com Open: Monday - Friday from 9 AM to 5PM |
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