POST COVER-12 Culture Honoring a Legend: Bryan-Michael Cox for Black Music Month Lenox & Parker celebrates June as Black Music Month by honoring Bryan-Michael Cox a legendary producer and songwriter, known for his work with artists such as Usher, Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige, and Toni Braxton. His most notable productions are "Be Without You" for Mary J. Blige, " By Dr. Christal Jordan • 2 min read
4 JUNE DIGITAL ISSUE Popcorn Remix Is Changing the Game — How Ryan Richmond and Greg Bowman Turned Flavored Popcorn into a Cultural Movement Ryan Richmond and Greg Bowman embody the entrepreneurial spirit that represents Juneteenth 2025. After being snowed in a popcorn shop on a trip home, Ryan was inspired to put a twist on the popular snack by infusing flavors that resonate with Black culture. After receiving his family’s blessing, he By Dr. Christal Jordan • 2 min read
POST COVER-6 Culture Celebrating Juneteenth: William 'Bam' Sparks and Culture Wireless Make Technology a Commodity for Black Empowerment After 2020 the US experienced a brief moment of conscious awakening after the shame of the televised murder of George Floyd. That isolated moment of accountability resulted in the country embracing Juneteenth as a national holiday. Although the Black community acknowledged the recognition, Juneteenth was a holiday celebrated internally within By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
unnamed-8 Culture Femme It Forward High Tea Honors Jordan Chiles, Crystal Renee, and Kim Paige During Exclusive BET Weekend Event On June 6th, Femme It Forward, the visionary women’s empowerment platform founded by entrepreneur and tastemaker Heather Lowery, hosted its signature High Tea celebration in the heart of Los Angeles. Timed to kick off 2025 BET Awards weekend, the invite-only afternoon honored three trailblazing women making bold strides in By Dr. Christal Jordan • 2 min read
Culture Conversation Covers Culture Conversation Christal Jordan x Barron Witherspoon | Debunking the 7 Myths Holding Black Executives Back In this powerful and thought-provoking interview, Lenox and Parker Editor-in-Chief Christal Jordan sits down with Barron Witherspoon—former Procter & Gamble senior executive and bestselling author of The Black Exec and the Seven Myths. With over 35 years of corporate leadership experience, Barron shares hard-earned insights and practical strategies for By Dr. Christal Jordan • 1 min read
POST COVER-21 BMW Returns to Atlanta Fashion Week with Two-Year Partnership Focused on Design, Innovation, and Cultural Impact Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) is proud to announce the return of BMW as its Official Automotive Partner through an exclusive two-year agreement with the Atlanta Area BMW Dealers. This partnership is designed to celebrate the intersection of fashion, craftsmanship, and forward-thinking design. The renewed partnership delivers a series of bold, By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
4 Culture From Runway to Reel: Yokiana Daniels and the Power of Wardrobe in Storytelling Yokiana Daniels has one of the most coveted jobs in entertainment. As a wardrobe and costume stylist, she dresses your favorite movie and television stars. A wife and mother, Yokiana says she fell in love with fashion early in life. After graduating from college she became an Atlanta transplant and By Dr. Christal Jordan • 6 min read
Culture Conversation Behind the Scenes with Markuann Smith: The Man Behind Godfather of Harlem Lenox and Parker’s Editor-in-Chief Christal Jordan-Jennings sits down with Markuann Smith — the powerhouse actor, director, and executive producer behind the hit series Godfather of Harlem. In this exclusive interview, Smith opens up about bringing the legendary Junie Byrd to life, the cultural impact of the show, and the vision By Dr. Christal Jordan • 1 min read
Wesite POST COVER-7 APRIL ISSUE 2025 Disney Dreamer’s Academy Empowers High School Students to Reach For The Sky - Without Limitations The 18th annual Disney Dreamers Academy continues to honor the company’s mission of providing youth with an opportunity to learn how they can harness the power of their dreams. Every year 100 high school students from across the US are selected to participate in the 4-day transformative weekend at By Dr. Christal Jordan • 3 min read
Wesite POST COVER-10 APRIL ISSUE 2025 Taliah Waajid: The Woman Who Gave Natural Hair a Voice, Cultivating Curls and Confidence The Natural Hair Queen Credits Janet Jackson for Jumpstarting Her Empire Most people don’t realize the name Taliah Waajid is more than an ethnic sounding name on a product. The beautiful face behind the brand is more than a model, she is the life’s blood of the longest By Dr. Christal Jordan • 4 min read
IMG_8075-scaled-e1743107885468 Culture Tyler James Williams on Success, Adaptability & Chasing Dreams at Disney Dreamers Academy Tyler James Williams, the Emmy-nominated star of Abbott Elementary, continues to inspire beyond the screen. Today, he shared his journey to success with aspiring young leaders at Disney Dreamers Academy, offering insight into the power of perseverance, adaptability, and staying true to one’s dreams. Williams reflected on the moment By Dr. Christal Jordan • 1 min read
IMG_8012 2 Culture David & Tamela Mann Inspire at Disney Dreamers Academy, Teases ‘Live, Breathe, Fight’ Tour Gospel power couple David & Tamela Mann brought their signature joy and wisdom to this year’s Disney Dreamers Academy (DDA)—a program dedicated to empowering young leaders to dream big and achieve more. The Manns, known for their faith-driven influence in entertainment, took time to pour into the next By Dr. Christal Jordan • 1 min read
