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The Success Chronicles Hangout and Highlight with Dria Thornton

DRIA THORNTON is an

award winning songwriter, producer and featured vocalist. As a voting member of The

Recording Academy (“The Grammy Awards”), Dria is a respected force in the music industry.

She is a featured vocalist or has collaborated with major artists like Chaka Khan, 2Chainz, Rick

Ross, Logic, TechN9ne, Lecrae, Meek Mill, Young Thug, Killer Mike, Big K.R.I.T, The Hoodies,

Ali Vegas and Mobb Deep. She also creates theme/background music for Viacom, Netflix, Hulu,

Peacock, MTV and VH1. In addition, Dria is the go-to media and social music supervisor for her

childhood bestie, tennis megastar Serena Williams, providing background themes for such

ventures as Serena’s collaboration with Lincoln Motors.

Dria’s love and commitment to her birth city is reflected in her past service as the Houston

Inspira Storyteller for Kashmere Gardens and 5th Ward communities. Her voice was used to

help address the environmental injustice which impacts those residents. She also serves as the

Treasurer for the City of Houston, Music Advisory Board, which serves as the liaison between

the local creative community and the City of Houston, to advance opportunity, education and

support. Through her work with the Texas Chapter of The Recording Academy, Dria is a strong

advocate for legislative rights of music creators.

Dria is all about music that empowers both the creators and the listeners. “It is my goal to

create music that becomes the soundtrack of our community.”

Dr. Marcellis Perkins is a Researcher, Program Coordinator, Author, Innovator and Builder. He is an innovative professional with a comprehensive background in higher education, specializing in research, program management, and community engagement. He has demonstrated success in overseeing community-facing initiatives and spearheading collaborative efforts to promote diversity and inclusion. He has proven ability to navigate complex historical narratives and foster positive change within academic and communal spaces and is dedicated to fostering a more inclusive, equitable, and engaged community that celebrates diversity and cultivates meaningful connections. @marceperkins_

#drmarcellisperkins #researcher #coordinator #author #grateful #tsc #gogetit 

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Dr. Jerel Drew is the Director of Athletics on at Clark Atlanta University. He served as the Athletic Director of the University of the Virgin Islands. He holds a Doctor of Education degree in sports management from Northcentral University. He also earned a Master of Education degree in athletic coaching from Northcentral University in 2013. He is a 2012 graduate of Brevard College with a Bachelor's in History and a minor in secondary education. Drew is a Coach & Ad Magazine 40 under 40 honoree and is a native of Thomasville, Georgia. 

#drjereldrew #clarkatlanta #athleticdirector #grateful #tsc #gogetit 

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Von Won is the Lead Pastor of Space City Church,

Billboard Charting Gospel Artist, Entrepreneur, Rice University Alumni and NCAA All-American. @vonwon @spacecitychurch

#vonwon #spacecity #grateful #tsc #gogetit 

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In this Hangout and Highlight session we highlight the Ogunyemi Brothers. Dr. Clement, Joshua, Major Olaolu and Daniel Ogunyemi are highly successful and come from an amazing family. We had a great time on this one! @drclemento @josh.ogunyemi @olaolu.ogunyemi @danielogunyemi_06

Casey Watts is a Keynote Speaker, Author, Educational Consultant and the creator of The Clarity Cycle Framework. As an educational leader for 15 years, she has worked with many educational coaches and consultants. She helps leaders create cohesive teams and hold people accountable. @catchupwithcasey

James Ashworth is an Executive Advisor for Southwest Airlines. He is an accomplished former Vice President of Customer Service for Southwest Airlines with over 30 years of progressive leadership in delivering superior customer experiences and driving operational excellence.

#jamesashworth #executiveadvisor #southwest #airlines #customercare #grateful #tsc #gogetit

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Tina Richards Cassidy is an author, speaker, and consultant who turned adversity into fuel for transformation.

Her book, Live Your Dreams Not Your Drama, is the blueprint for how she broke free from her inherited life and created a future full of possibility! 

As a consultant, she trains individuals and employers on wellness, with a focus on mental health and building resilience through targeted programming. @teeenacass

Amberly Lago is a widely recognized expert in helping entrepreneurs build their business with grit and resilience. As the Founder of “The Unstoppable Life

Mastermind, ” Amberly has worked with thousands of clients over her career to find success through harnessing their grit.

Her podcast, The Amberly Lago Show, is recognized by Apple as one of the Top 1% of podcasts in the world. An International speaker on Grit, Resilience, and

Connection, Amberly has shared stages with bestselling authors, thought leaders, and has spoken for multimillion dollar companies like Lululemon, Google, and Athleta. Her TEDx talk has hundreds of

thousands of views to date. 

A sought after thought leader and bestselling author in 19 categories, her insights have been featured in national media outlets like Forbes, USA Today (named Top Most Influential Speaker In the nation), The Doctors, Hallmark and The TODAY Show.

She has singlehandedly built not only a massive but committed following through her dedication to authentically connecting with people and teaching them how to overcome personal and professional

obstacles with resilience.

Amberly has overcome major trauma in her life including 34 surgeries to save her leg after a horrific motorcycle accident. She emerged on top by leveraging her proprietary P.A.C.E.R. Method which

teaches how authentically connecting with others leads to unstoppable resilience and success. @amberlylago @amberlylagoshow

Jodi Marver was the Head Girls Basketball Coach at Willows Academy in Des Plaines, Illinois. She has received numerous awards as a coach and has led her teams to great success. As a player, she was a four-year letter winner for the women's basketball team at Knox College. She put her stamp on the Knox record books while helping to change the trajectory of the women's basketball program. @jodimarver

#jodimarver #coach #basketball #illinois #knoxcollege #halloffame #willowsacademy #tsc #gogetit 

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Coach Randy Bermea is a hardworking individual that has never backed away from any challenge. His background as a division 1 athlete has set his foundation to be an open minded, self-motivated, and team oriented asset to a company. His history in coaching has helped him develop a well rounded understanding of different ways to teach and capture attention of whoever he is working with or coaching whether it be adults or my students.

#randybermea #coach #harlingen #thsca #tsc #gogetit

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Dr. Lakeyshure Marzell is a passionate and results-oriented educational leader dedicated to driving academic excellence and fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
#education #leader #grateful #tsc #gogetit 

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Chip Baker interviewing Mike “Truth” Johnston during SXSW 2025. 

@mikejohnstonartist 

#truth #mikejohnston #artist #sxsw #interview #mural #grateful #tsc #gogetit 

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Coach William Blaylock is the Athletic Coordinator and Head Football Coach at Cypress Ranch High School. He is a Tyler native and played HS football at John Tyler High School. He has had some neat experiences as a player and as a coach. @wrab50

#willblaylock #johntyler #cyranch #headcoach #tsc #gogetit 

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Coach Dena Scott is the Athletic Director for Fort Bend ISD. She has a tremendous background as an Athlete, Coach and Athletic Director. @dscott713

#coach #denascott #ad #fortbend #isd #educator #grateful #tsc #gogetit 

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Crystal Romero- Mueller is the School Support Officer for Tomball ISD. She is a progressive, innovative educator that actively collaborates with organizational teams to seek successful outcomes for students and staff. She focuses on building a positive culture that seeks individual professional growth and a forward thinking, proactive learning community. @crysrommuel

#crystalromeromueller #schoolsupportofficer #tomball #isd #educator #grateful #tsc #gogetit 

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Dr. Kimberely James is the Superintendent of Willis ISD. She is dedicated to forging talent development programs as they are instrumental in creating an ecosystem where educators excel and students achieve their full potential.
With a tenure at Corpus Christi Independent School District enriching her expertise, her leadership is marked by a profound commitment to inclusivity and equity. She has successfully collaborated to elevate academic standards, ensuring every student has access to quality education, and setting a precedent for excellence in learning communities.

#drkimberelydonaldsonjames #education #leaders #superintendent #willis #isd #grateful #tsc #gogetit

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Bethany Rees is the Founder of BR Essential Services (BRES), the Leadership on the Rocks Podcast, and the Rocks Before Sand Blog. She is an educator, entrepreneur, and CEO so she knows what it takes to lead teams and organizations. She is a leader on a mission to educate and coach others on how to build their life and leadership on the rocks...The Essential Rocks...so they can stop drowning in the stress and guilt of trying to do it all in their professional and personal lives. @leadershipontherocks

#bethanyrees #founder #coach #educator #bres #lifeontherocks #podcast #leader #tsc #gogetit 

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Dr. Edoho-Eket is a leader with 20 years of experience in education. She works with individuals, groups, and organizations to help support aspiring, new, and veteran school-based leaders meet success in their roles.

Dr. Edoho-Eket serves as principal of a National Blue Ribbon School in Maryland, is the President-Elect of the Maryland Association of Elementary School Principals, and is an ASCD faculty member. @racheledohoeket

#racheledohoeket #principal #leaders #maryland #aesp #ascd #grateful #tsc #gogetit 

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Joe Thompson is the FCA Area Director/ Campus Director at the University ofHouston. He originally from Dallas, Tx and has had an amazing career in sports.

#joethompson #fca #dallas #memphis #nfl #uh #tsc #gogetit 

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Michael Wilson is the Outreach Coordinator for Harris County Department of Education, CASE Program and host the Making After School Cool podcast. For over 25 years, he has worked extensively to design and implement programs intended to make the educational experience for students and their families a positive one. 

#michaelwilson #harriscounty #deptofeducation  #outreach #tsc #gogetit 

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Dr. Paola Gorman is the Director of Highly Mobile and At-Risk Programs at Conroe ISD. She has an amazing story of success and does lots to give back as a servant leader. @drpgorman

#dr #paolagorman #educator #administrator #principal #director #highlymobile #atrisk #grateful #tsc #gogetit 

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Acclaimed speaker and author Willie Spears interviews the authors of The Impact of Influence Vol. 10 book. @twse @charleswoodsww @divine_encourager_ @mar_quise

#williespears #twse #charleswoods #dariusbradleysr #marquisesneed #tsc #gogetit #grateful #ioi #vol10 

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Carlos J. Malave is the author of “Translating Your Success” and the visionary developer behind the Restorative Power Program. With a background rooted in over a decade of teaching experience in K-12 education, Carlos has seamlessly transitioned into a dynamic and passionate speaker, curriculum writer, and coach.

Carlos quickly established himself as a driving force in education, spearheading the implementation of the Restorative Power Program in classrooms and organizations nationwide. His genuine passion for fostering perseverance, compassion, and inspiration has garnered attention, with his work featured on ABC 13 News and recognized by Texas legislators in 2018 for his pivotal role in drafting and passing legislation to integrate Restorative Practices into public schools.

In addition to his impactful work within KIPP and the Houston community, Carlos brings over a decade of experience in speaking and consulting within higher education settings. As a Restorative Practitioner, he specializes in empowering youth to discover the strength in their vulnerability, instilling resilience and empathy.

Originally from New York, Carlos now proudly calls Houston, Texas, home, where he resides with his beloved wife and daughter, continuing to shape the landscape of education through his innovative curriculum development and coaching endeavors. @cjmotivation

Dr. Moreno, the founding principal of Las Americas Newcomer School and CEO of Newcomer Success LLC, Houston, TX. She is a nationally recognized educator with over 30 years of experience. She assists administrators, teachers, and directors in enhancing their support for immigrant and refugee students. Her focus includes examining school-wide systems, accountability, leadership training, language acquisition, and the social-emotional aspects of learning for immigrant students. Dr. Moreno has traveled the world, visiting refugee camps in Uganda, schools in Kenya and Israel, various countries in Central America, Cuba, and Tanzania, to understand the challenges of newly arrived students. She earned her Doctorate in Education from the University of St. Thomas in Houston, TX. Dr. Moreno is the recipient of the 2022 TIME Top 10 Innovative Teachers Award and the World Affairs Council - Houston Global Leaders of Influence. She is also a published author, speaker and national panelist. @newcomersuccess 

#drmariemoreno #newcomersuccess #educator #principal #administrator #tsc #gogetit 

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Coach John Snelson is the Athletic Director/Head FB Coach for Dickinson ISD. He is also the Texas HS Coaches Association President. @dickinsonfb

#coachjohnsnelson #dickinson #ad #thsca #president #tsc #gogetit

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Carlton Dixon is the Owner/CEO and creative genius behind Reveal Suits. He is a former Athlete, Coach and Athletic Director. Raised by a single mother in the Dallas inner-city, Carlton learned early on the value of hard work and perseverance. He has made it his life's work to inspire young men and women to achieve their goals.

Reveal Suits are the official enshrinement jacket provider for the Naismith Pro Basketball Hall of Fame. They have also partnered with several athletic conferences to provide business apparel. Some are: Big 12, WCC. Sun Belt and Conference USA. They have worked with several teams for bowl games and the HBCU All-Star Game. @revealsuits  

revealsuits.com 

#carltondixon #revealsuits #nba #halloffame #businessapparel #hbcu #fiestabowl #big12 #gatorbowl 

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In this barbershop talk session we reflected on 2024 and the lessons we learned.  @thestyletutor53

#barbershoptalk #talk #convo #barber #tsc #gogetit #grateful #integrity #character #intentions #striving #effort 

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Franky Cardona is a major artist from the Houston area. He has murals all over the city and at large venues like the Toyota Center. He has traveled all over the world to showcase his talent. @frankycardona

#frankycardona #art #murals #houston #htown #artist #tsc #grateful #gogetit

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Dr. Loren J. Blanchard is the President of University of Houston-Downtown. In his first year as President of the University, Dr. Blanchard launched the 2022-2027 Strategic Plan: A New Paradigm, which has student success as its number one priority. Since then, UHD has continued to make progress toward fulfilling each of the plan’s goals through university-wide implementation and continuous monitoring. 

Dr. Blanchard previously served as Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic & Student Affairs at California State University (CSU), the largest and most diverse system of higher education in the United States. Before CSU, he served as Provost & Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs at Xavier University of Louisiana. Other past leadership positions include Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic and Multicultural Affairs at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center and two roles within the University of Louisiana System: Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Associate Vice President for Accreditation, Leadership & Accountability.

A first-generation college graduate, Dr. Blanchard holds a bachelor's degree in Speech Pathology Education from Xavier University of Louisiana, a master's degree in Education from McNeese State University, and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Georgia.

#drlorenjblanchard #uhd #president #grateful #tsc #gogetit 

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Dr. Ashlee Boothe, a Baylor University alum, serves as an adjunct instructor at Texas A&M International University. She is the founder of AB Consulting for new teachers, with over 15 years of experience in education. She is the author of The Model Classroom Approach and The Model Classroom Approach: The Workbook Companion. Dr. Boothe has served in a variety of roles such as teacher, assistant principal, principal, curriculum director, and state and federal programs coordinator.

Dr. Boothe understands first hand the struggles of working as a new teacher, while working in an alternative certification program. Dr. Boothe helps new teachers navigate teacher certification in Texas, while becoming confident in classroom management, time management, content knowledge, work-life balance, and more. @abteacherconsulting

Having spent the last 15 years in education as a teacher, administrator, adjunct instructor, literacy specialist and consultant, Dr. Lee mission is to help leaders harness the power of research-based and data-based decisions needed to make meaningful, individualized decisions that elevate student success, particularly for those who need it the most. @jana.c.lee

DJ Mann is a Lubbock, Texas native. He coached High School football for 18 years. He coached at Cedar Hill HS and was the Head Coach at Lubbock Coronado HS. He is currently the Assistant Director of Player Personnel at Ole Miss. @thamannjr

#djmann #wtamu #lubbockcoronado #cedarhill #olemiss #tsc #gogetit 

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Thanks to NaTasha Pepper for being highlighted on The Success Chronicles. She is an Impact of Influence Co-Author that is based in Indianapolis, Indiana. She has a new venture that she is doing where she consults with companies through her Culture Works LLC.  

@cultureworksllc

#natashapepper #cultureworksllc #indianapolis #indiana #tsc #gogetit 

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Jon Gordon is one of the most influential and sought after leadership authors and speakers today. He’s a consultant to numerous leaders, CEO’s, NFL, NBA, and MLB Coaches, championship teams and high performers and an inspirational teacher who has helped millions of people have a more positive mindset.

He is the author of 30 books including 17 best sellers and 5 children’s books. His books include the timeless classic The Energy Bus which has sold over 3 million copies, The Carpenter which was a top 5 business book of the year, Training Camp, The Power of Positive Leadership, and The Power of a Positive Team. Jon’s latest book, The One Truth has been called profound, revolutionary and life changing. @jongordon11

Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker and 3 x Wall Street Journal bestselling author. His bestselling business book, The Coffee Bean: A Simple Lesson to Create Positive Change, was listed by Forbes’ in the “Top Twenty Books You Need to Read to Crush 2020.” @damonwest7

#damonwest #thechangeagent #thecoffeebean #keynotespeaker #bestsellingauthor #professor #grateful #tsc #gogetit 

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Jessica Perez is a Bestselling Author, longtime Educator, speaks for the Positive Coaching Alliance and does work for Life Vantage. She helps move families forward in the health, community and financial spaces. @jessica_jlo_perez

#jessicaperez #tampa #author #educator #pca #lifevantage #grateful #tsc #gogetit

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Coach Tamika Newman is Bestselling Author, longtime Educator, VB Sports Commentator (SWAC, ESPN) and will be inducted into the PVAMU Sports Hall of Fame soon. @gga_2019

#tamikanewman#author #educator #noexcuses #ad #tsc #gogetit 

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Charles Woods is a Bestselling Author, longtime Educator and Founder of WoodzWorx Publishing. @charleswoodsww

#charleswoods #author #educator #publisher #woodzworx #tsc #gogetit 

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Coach Jared Hunt has been in education for a while. He has coached on the college level and is the former Athletic Director at Academy ISD. @coachj_hunt

#thsca #jaredhunt #coach #thsfb #academy 

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Rontario Hicks is the owner of VA-based Pool Scouts is a premier pool service franchise focused on delivering a quality, consistent brand experience while providing pool cleaning, maintenance and minor repair services at residential properties. He is a Military Veteran possessing an Active TS-SCI Clearance with over 10+ years of Department of Defense multifunctional logistics, project management, acquisition, strategic planning and contracting experiences. He is a dynamic and transformational leader with success leading teams and organizations while managing goals and risks for personnel.He is well versed in project management and acquisition (design through sustainment) operations conducting research and analysis to create and produce briefs, papers and presentations for CEO level audiences. 

#rontariohicks #poolscouts #militaryveteran #franchise #tsc #gogetit 

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Justin is a great guy that was a 5 star football recruit at Oak Ridge HS. He was the top LB in the state of Texas. He now plays for the Georgia Bulldogs.

 @4_timezz @oakridgefb

#justinwilliams #oakridge #hs #georgia #bulldogs #football #grateful #tsc #gogetit

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Dr. Brandi Godino-Brotherton was the Principal at Alief Early College HS in Houston, Tx. She currently works as an administrator for Alief ISD. @branbrotherton 

#brandigodinobrotherton #principal #alief #earlycollege #aliefproud #tsc  #gogetit 

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Kelley Tyan is a leading faith fueled speaker, podcaster, and coach, for women. She is a breast cancer survivor and has been blessed to be featured on ABC, local radio shows, and many publications for her work on empowering and inspiring women to live healthy and fit lives. @kelleytyan

#kelleytyan #speaker #podcaster #coach #grateful #tsc #gogetit

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James Glaspie is the Pastor at New Testament Baptist Church in Conroe, Tx. He is a longtime educator and former coach. We served as teacher/coach together on the same staffs for a few years. It was cool to reflect on our journeys, his new accomplishments and goals for the future. Always a good time with him. @glaspie87

#jamesglaspie #teacher #coach #administrator #pastor #newtestament #baptistchurch #conroe 

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Meghan Lawson is an educator, author, speaker and consultant. Her book is ‘Legacy pf Learning: Teaching for Lasting Impact’. She is a kindness ambassador, studying cultures of collaboration and conditions for transformational change. She believes in the power of connection with others, in the power of story, and in the goodness of people. She aspires to cultivate environments that promote storytelling, the exchange of ideas, and dissonance. @meghanlawsonblog