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The Freeway to Success: Ricky Ross Visits ...

Philanthropist, Mogul and Community Activist are titles that were once not synonymous with the name Freeway Ricky Ross. Most popularly known as the non-violent ex drug dealer that dominated the 80’s Ricky has transformed the narrative and re-written the end of his story.

Given a life-sentence Ricky Ross utilized his time by teaching himself to read at age 28 and studying law. This tenacity for not giving up in what seemed to be a hopeless situation opened the doors to his release in 2009.

Compiling many of his experiences and skills for entrepreneurial success in his book ‘Freeway Rick Ross: The Untold Autobiography’ his passion and humility is unmatched. Touring while speaking to youth and offenders is at the forefront of his career.

On a 3-day tour in Dallas, TX Rick visited schools: Billy Earl Dade in South Dallas, Oliver Wendell Holmes, John Carpenter Elementary and South Oak Cliff High School in Oak Cliff. Referencing his story as told in the Netlfix documentary, 'FREEWAY: Crack in the System' he recanted the details of his rise to Kingpin and his redemption.

Some highlights of his visit include a live podcast at the Foundation Room located inside the House of Blues hosted by Dessie Brown of LD Unlimited Marketing. Invited guests and media were able to get an intimate account of his life and skills that have led him to become a successful entrepreneur. Visiting non-profit organization ‘For Oak Cliff’ and Vegan restaurants ‘Recipe Oak Cliff’ and ‘Sankofa’, Ricky Ross was determined to make his presence felt in the neighborhoods that have continued to support him.

Now referred to as ‘Uncle Rick’ women and men of all ages showed their enthusiasm and respect as they purchased books, took pictures and chatted with the O.G. Greeted with a smile everyone that was in his presence left with a special gift-HOPE.

For more information about Freeway Ricky Ross visit his website: www.freewayrickyross.com

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While You Were Sleeping LegnA Media Was Born: Meet Shamar Willis

Scorching heat in the dead of summer swept me into the Dallas Entrepreneur Center to cover a story. I was eager to see the panel line-up for the event Moguls in the Making which consisted of several duly noted heavy hitters in the game. The event was informative and unique. It was just quaint enough to network yet occupied enough to be considered a success.

Only a few months later I found myself traveling 30 miles in what seemed to be a monsoon to attend Ludafrisco-a concert held at the Dr. Pepper Arena in Frisco, TX that featured rapper Ludacris but most importantly shed the spotlight on upcoming local artists PBZE and Shy Speaks. All of the artists had their own arrangements and styles which kept the multi-cultural crowd engaged. A very different scene for the city and its surrounding areas. I had to know who was behind this mastery.

An Oak Cliff native that was born with a love for music and a creative spirit took a leap of faith and ignited a company-LegnA Media. Shamar Willis, who is trailblazing the Dallas scene has taken the opportunity to meet a need for unity amongst the communities.

To define him would be to confine a gift that cannot be limited. His love for God and people overrides his drive for monetary gain. His message is portrayed through his integral approach to bring entertainment and connect people on levels from different walks of life.

His dreams are coming into fruition more rapidly than he could have imagined thus he relies on his team that he has hand-picked to also grab hold of his vision-To reach dimensions that have not previously been attained.

What’s next for Mr. Willis and LegnA Media? Join the party November 29, 2015 as they bringYoung Jeezy to town to perform live at Gas Monkey Live on Thanksgiving Weekend and several opening acts. More importantly keep your eyes on the “Diddy of Dallas”

AngeL spelled backwards….what a befitting name for a movement that was birthed by a man who is not far from angelic himself.

For more information about LegnA Media, Shamar Willis or any events visit their website:

http://www.legnamediagroup.com/
IG: @Shamar_atlas
IG: @legnamedia