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Proudly born and raised in South Central Los Angeles, I am a Movement Builder, Metaverse Pioneer, and the Founder of Fifth Sun Pictures, a social impact marketing and consulting company helping nonprofits and enterprises deliver grassroot social impact and use the film production process as a learning methodology to empower low-income communities. In addition, I am the Co-Founder of Exponential Destiny, a 501(c)3 metaverse education nonprofit with a mission to upskill and reskill low-income young and adult learners into metaverse technology sector jobs. Career Goal: To help 100,000 people escape cycles of generational poverty, violence, and low-income lifestyles through education and exponential technologies. As a digital nomad, I work with organizations like the International Telecommunications Union, Verizon, Everytown for Gun Safety, guiding teams in developing innovative solutions (with emphasis on use of exponential technologies like virtual reality) and organizing community events throughout the United States, Latin America, and Regions of Africa. I developed strong leadership skills by operating multiple businesses, managing summer programs, and volunteering for advocacy organizations. I enjoy project based learning, which makes me successful in management consulting, youth leadership & program development, and marketing. Topics which drive my day-to-day passion include metaverse technologies, gun violence prevention, financial literacy, youth leadership development, social entrepreneurship, Latinx language & culture, and health & fitness. Featured Achievements: First Generation College Student 250+ public speaking events (Spokesman, elected representative, community member) Finished 3 Los Angeles Marathons Hobbies; tennis, public speaking, and event planning What's my superpower? Intellectual curiosity; the ability to tackle challenges that are big or small with profound commitment and a collaborative spirit Note: I appreciate feedback and work regularly to advance my understanding of the world and how I can make it better.