My name is Anthony R. McCray, and I hail from West Baltimore. Growing up in Park Heights, I faced numerous challenges, including threats to my life both from external sources and within my own home. Despite these adversities, creativity wasn't always a natural outlet for me; it took pivotal life experiences to unlock my artistic potential.

Today, I specialize in capturing the essence of Blackness. What does that entail? It means reimagining how Black people and people of color are portrayed in visual media. Historically, these communities have been misrepresented or ignored altogether. I aim to rectify this by showcasing the beauty, resilience, and diversity of Black life in all its forms.

https://www.anthonymccrayphoto.com/

Naya Taylor is the CEO and founder of Love You Essentials, a skincare brand born during the pandemic to support her personal skincare journey. After experiencing immediate and transformative results, she was inspired to share these solutions with the world. Love You Essentials offers handmade skincare products crafted with natural, high-quality ingredients designed to nurture and restore the skin. The brand's mission is to provide simple yet powerful products that deliver real results, empowering individuals to feel confident and radiant in their own skin.

As a Licensed Esthetician, Human Services Professional, and Creative, Naya is passionate about helping others achieve healthy, glowing skin while embracing self-care and confidence. Recognizing how much time and money people invest in the search for "perfect skin," she believes that some of the most effective solutions can be found in nature.

As a Human Services Professional, Naya has worked in the nonprofit sector, specializing in supportive housing, mentorship, foster care advocacy, and health promotion. Working in human services taught Naya that the overall well-being of someone is more than just connecting them with services—it's about helping build their overall confidence. Through her experience working with people of all ages, Naya has learned that building personal connections and encouraging individuals to be their best selves; mind, body, and soul is the greatest gift you can give someone.

Naya states, "My former and current clients always desire to gift me, but I always say the only gift I will accept is that you continue to be the best you. I always tell them that their growth, healing, and success are the greatest gifts they can give themselves and me. They often laugh, but it warms my heart knowing I've played a part in transforming a life and no amount of money or gifts can compare to that feeling."

Website: https://loveyouessentials.com

Instagram: @love.youessentials

Email: info@loveyouessentials.com

Ashlee Briddell is the Founder and CEO of the HomeSweetHome Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in Hagerstown, Maryland, dedicated to supporting foster care alumni. The foundation's mission is to assist aged-out foster youth, between the ages of 16 and 26, in transitioning into adulthood by providing housing, financial literacy education, mental health support, and connections to essential resources.

In addition to her leadership at the HomeSweetHome Foundation, Ashlee is actively involved in her local community. She has participated in events such as the Washington County Social Collectives, where she engaged with other businesses to strengthen aged-out foster youth's resources.

Ashlee's commitment to empowering foster youth and her active community involvement highlight her dedication to making a positive impact in Western Maryland.

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DescripTiffany S. Haynes is a transformative leader who has shaped policies, programs, and organizations to be more culturally affirming, equitable, and justice-driven. Through Aiden Anthony LLC, she has advised and collaborated with organizations across housing, social services, and community development sectors to dismantle systemic barriers, center lived experiences, and create sustainable solutions. Her work has directly influenced policies, strategic plans, and program evaluations that ensure historically excluded communities are not just included but are decision-makers in shaping their own futures.

Tiffany's impact extends beyond technical expertise—she fosters environments where people feel seen, valued, and empowered to challenge the status quo. Her leadership in projects, including culture-building efforts and national racial equity initiatives, has helped organizations realign with their core missions, increase community trust, and enhance accountability in their operations.

Leadership Approach & Style

Tiffany leads with vision, authenticity, and relational power-building. She is a collaborative and strategic leader who values deep listening, intentionality, and equity in decision-making. Rather than imposing top-down solutions, she co-creates with communities and stakeholders, ensuring that those most affected by policies and practices have a voice in shaping them.

Her strengths in research, facilitation, and intercultural development allow her to navigate complex systems with nuance, fostering learning spaces where people can engage in critical dialogue, unlearn biases, and build shared understanding. She thrives in spaces where creativity meets strategy—bringing bold, innovative ideas to problem-solving while maintaining a grounding in history and lived experience.

At her core, Tiffany is a justice-driven systems thinker who builds bridges between communities, institutions, and policies to create lasting impact. She balances pragmatism with radical imagination, ensuring that solutions are both actionable and transformative.