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Jevin D. Hodge

Jevin D. Hodge is the Founder & CEO of Amplify Global Impact Group, a firm dedicated to transforming businesses, communities, and institutions through strategic engagement, impact-driven consulting, and innovative leadership. With a career spanning business, government, and the nonprofit sector, Hodge has built a reputation as a results-driven leader who bridges the gap between private […]

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Liz Gonzalez

Liz Gonzalez, a proud “LumberCat,” is an educator, advocate, author, and fierce believer in the power of knowledge to transform lives and communities. She holds an Education Specialist degree in Social Justice from the University of Arizona and both a Master’s in Educational Leadership and a Bachelor’s in English Education from Northern Arizona University. But

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Pastor Rhonda A. Sweet

General Overseer, Co-Founder, Higher Heights Ministry & The Kingdom Lifenet Connection Pastor Rhonda A. Sweet, along with her husband Bishop Curtis D. Sweet is the visionary founder and shepherd of Higher Heights Ministry, established in August 1993. This passionate and dynamic couple has faithfully labored in the ministry together for over three decades. Pastor Sweet

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Eternity Hickman

Eternity is not afraid of the lights, cameras, and action. 18 year old model, actress, and singer securing her first national title after over a decade of competing; a rising tech founder & activist sharing the message of “what you’re going through is real, and it matters” for mental health awareness. As she puts on

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Josephine Hoskins

Josephine Hoskins, 2025 Miss Arizona High School America. A freshman at Maricopa High School with a heart for service. Her platform, Jojo’s Love, has allowed her to teach her peers about compassion and RESPECT for everyone of ALL ABILITIES. From serving on her city’s youth council to volunteering with the Girls in Stem projects with

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April Hawkins

April Hawkins “Dance As If No One Is Watching!” April Hawkins, a native of Phoenix, Arizona is a Faith Based Dance Instructor for inner city children and youth in South Phoenix. April founded David Dance Troupe, a Community Faith Youth Dance Troupe, in 2013 to give back to the youth in her community and provide

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Jonathan Levingston

Jonathan Levingston Jonathan Levingston is a violinist with an uncanny ability to entrance his audience with a single draw of his bow. Jonathan began classical violin training at the age of seven. His dedication to his craft developed his extraordinary ability and has excelled him as a captivating composer and performer. Jonathan has received memorable

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Shamirrah Hill

Shamirrah Hill Shamirrah Hill, co-founder of DG Self-Publishing, holds a B.F.A. from Howard University and an M.A. from NYU. As a former K–12 theatre teacher and bestselling author of The Shy Monster, she empowers aspiring authors to share their stories and supports parents and educators in helping children overcome social-emotional challenges. With a background as

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William E. Nicholson II

William E. Nicholson II William Nicholson is a visionary educator and proud Virginia native, currently pursuing his Ed.D. His work breathes life into classrooms through culturally responsive teaching, radical care, and representation that empowers. Committed to uplifting Black and Brown youth, William transforms school climate by building spaces of belonging, healing, and excellence. His presence,

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Anyah Jordan

Anyah Jordan My name is Anyah Jordan, an academically dedicated graduate of Desert Edge High School. It is my biggest aspiration to become apart of and grow the 3% of African Americans in the Dermatology field within the United States. I chose to participate in this panel to shine light and advocate on what it feels

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