25 Mississippians You Should Know 2022

 Throughout 2022 Mississippians across the state and beyond have been making their presence known, showcasing their skills and abilities. Mississippi Success Magazine has compiled a list of notable Mississippians who should be on your radar. 

25 Mississippians You Should Know (listed in no particular order)

1. Robin Roberts, Media Personality/Author
2. Felicia Brookins, Author/Playwright
3. Tavis Smiley, Media Personality/Author
4. Pauline Rogers, Activist/Entrepreneur
5. Dallas Anding, Entrepreneur
6. Byron Palmer, Entrepreneur
7. Deborah Hunter, Chef/Author/Media Personality/Illustrator
8. Stanley Clark, Entrepreneur
9. Dena Harvey-Brown, Entrepreneur 
10. Jill Gordon, Realtor/Entrepreneur
11. Kenneth Leffall, Entrepreneur 
12. Deloris Scott, Entrepreneur/Trainer
13. Patrece D. Johnson, Author/Entrepreneur
14. Glenda L. Hunter, Author/Entrepreneur
15. Joseph Thomas, Jr., Entrepreneur
16. Kimberly Strauss, Designer/Entrepreneur 
17. Deneka Kelly, Entrepreneur
18. LaDonna Marie, Author/Media Personality/Entrepreneur
19. Mitch C. Davis, Photographer/Brand Strategist
20. Melissa Banks, Master Event Planner/Author/Media Personality/Entrepreneur
21. Maximus Wright, Visionary Filmmaker/Author/Entrepreneur 
22. Michael Norris aka Mr. Fluid, Recording Artist/Poet/Author
23. Shimike Brown, Entrepreneur 
24. Darius Ewing, Author/Entrepreneur
25. Dennis J. Perkins, Author

[To You, From Me] Sharing Mississippi Success with the World

 

Mississippi has been in the news quite a bit in 2022. Unfortunately, not always for the right reasons. 

As someone who was born in the Magnolia State and glad to call Mississippi home, I get asked all the time about the things that are being reported about the state. Though I know we have our share of issues, what I always say is that it's not the whole of who the people of Mississippi are or what the state represents.

When I began Mississippi Success in 2017 the goal was to share the Mississippi that I have come to know and love. Yes, we have our problems like any other state, but we are also full of individuals who make the state proud. That is what this issue of Mississippi Success is all about.

Throughout the year Mississippians and those representing the state have been showing by example what is possible and what others can become. In this issue you will see profiles of individuals who are rising and thriving, as well as encouraging us all to be better. 

Some are known on the world stage. Others are heroes in their community. You'll read about how Joe Thomas, Jr., Station Manager of WYAD 94.1 FM in Yazoo City, MS, wasn't content just working for others and what motivated him to want something of his own. You'll see how Kimberly Strauss has identified her passion and is sharing it everywhere she goes.. LaDonna Marie, Maximus Wright and Patrece D. Johnson remind us of what can happen when you are doing what you love. Additionally, Felicia Brookins, bestselling author and overall great individual, is riding high while her gifts make room for her and others.

What I want this issue of Mississippi Success to do is remind you to embrace your own greatness and not allow others to dim your light. Sure we have dark times or might find ourselves in situations that aren't ideal, but that doesn't mean we can't continue to thrive. 

May you find encouragement to continue blazing your own path to success and inspiring others to do the same. 

Happy Reading! 

Cyrus Webb, Editor-In-Chief

Mississippi Success Magazine/Conversations Magazine