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Today, we're celebrating by recognizing one of our incredible past The Network Effect Podcast guests, Kay Complexity . 🎨

Kay continues to inspire our community by using her passion for art as a powerful tool for healing, self-expression, and empowerment. Her work is a reminder that creativity has the ability to transform lives and strengthen communities.

We're honored to have highlighted her journey and look forward to seeing her continued impact.

🎥 Watch her podcast episode and more by subscribing to our YouTube channel.

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Mindful Mondays MKE is where dreams meet action and collaboration breeds innovation and is brought to you by Shantel S Bacchus of Bacchus Insurance Group, Fred Robinson Jr of Greenwood Park Gallery and Framing, Inc. and our beloved brother in power, the late Derrick Nelson of Team Snot Box .

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This was a great day as I sat down and spoke with Kwabena Antoine Nixon about his role in spoken word, TedX and writing. The conversation can be seen here: 👇🏾
https://youtu.be/VLdVXVgOGKE?is=YZZGx2S72fdWmrIF

Join us tomorrow 07/06 at 5:30p to hear how you can have firefighters come to your home and install fire detectors FREE!

MMM Professional Networking - Beyond the Badge & Sirens: "Supporting Those Who Serve" | Mindful Mondays Mke Join us for an inspiring evening of professional development and networking as we hear from special guest speaker, Frederick A. Coleman, Milwaukee Firefighter and get safety tips and resources to aid in everyday life.

Mindful Mondays MKE is excited to announce a special collaboration event with poet, artist, changemaker, and community leader Kwabena Antoine Nixon 📖

📚 "Mindful Mondays MKE Presents: Meet the Author, Kwabena Antoine Nixon"

Join us on Sunday, June 28th at 2:00 PM at Greenwood Park Gallery and Framing, Inc. (4233 W. Fond du lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI) for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating the release of Kwabena Antoine Nixon’s newest book collection.

This is more than a book release—it’s an opportunity to experience the power of spoken word, storytelling, art, and meaningful connection in a room filled with professionals, creatives, and community leaders.

✨ Your experience includes:
🎤 Live spoken word performance
📖 Exclusive Meet the Author experience
✍🏽 Autographed books available
🍹 Drink specials
🤝 Weekend networking with purpose

As a special bonus, all attendees will receive -$5 off the book price!

https://www.mindfulmondaysmke.com/event-details-registration/mindful-mondays-mke-presents-meet-the-author-with-kwabena-antoine-nixon

Come out and support a powerful voice in our community while building meaningful connections in true Mindful Mondays MKE fashion—where dreams meet action and collaboration breeds innovation.

Mark your calendars and invite someone in your network! We look forward to seeing you there.

MindfulMondaysMke is where dreams meet action and collaboration breeds innovation and is brought to you by Shantel S Bacchus of Bacchus Insurance Group, Fred Robinson rJr. of Greenwood Park Gallery and Framing, Inc. and our beloved brother in power, Derrick Nelson of Team Snot Box!

Let’s Collaborate!

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Mindful Mondays MKE Presents "Meet the Author with Kwabena Antoine Nixon" | Mindful Mondays Mke Join Mindful Mondays MKE as we collaborate with author, poet, TED Talks speaker and community activist, Kwabena A. Nixon as he releases his next collection. He is also going to share his spoken word talents LIVE! Reserve your spot today. All PAID guest will receive -$5 off a book purchase.

Happy Juneteenth! ❤️🖤💚

Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the day Union troops arrived in Galveston to inform the last enslaved African Americans that they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. It stands as a powerful reminder that freedom delayed is still injustice.

Here in Milwaukee, WI, Juneteenth carries deep historical significance.

Milwaukee’s Juneteenth celebration began in 1971, making it one of the oldest Juneteenth celebrations in the nation outside of Texas. It was founded through the leadership of local Black visionaries, including members of the Northcott Neighborhood House, community organizers, churches, and activists who wanted to create a space to celebrate Black freedom, excellence, culture, and resilience during a time when Black Milwaukeeans were still fighting systemic inequities in housing, education, and employment.

What started as a grassroots community gathering grew into Milwaukee’s annual Juneteenth Day Parade and Celebration, centered along historic Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive—a corridor deeply rooted in Black business, culture, and activism.

Juneteenth is more than a celebration—it is a call to remember, reflect, and continue the work. As we honor our ancestors, we also honor entrepreneurs, leaders, educators, artists, and changemakers building legacy today.

Today, we celebrate freedom. We celebrate progress.We celebrate Black excellence - past, present, and future. ❤️🖤💚

Happy Juneteenth! ✊🏽

Congratulations to my little Shazi 🩷 Wazi and her classmates on breaking the school’s 4x200 record!!She now joins her big sister, my Chynadoll on the wall. Chyna and her teammates broke the 4x100 in 2017!! Super proud of my babies!👏🏽👏🏽

Records are shattering this spring! 🏃🏾‍♀️🏅 Congrats to the girls' 4x200 relay team for setting a new USM record!

This is a game changer for nonprofit organizations, especially newly formed. Stay informed on our collaborations and new podcast drops by joining our newsletter: www.mindfulmondaysmke.com (CC)

The Network Effect Podcast is excited to drop our next podcast, titled: "How Milwaukee Nonprofits Scale Impact" with special guest speakers, Bishop Walter Harvey, Jr. of Prism EDC, Theresa Scott, Greater Milwaukee Foundation and artist Eric Williams.

This episode is insightful and shares how nonprofit organizations can scale up, collaborate and receive grants and other resources to scale up and reinforce their impact.

Trust me, if you have a nonprofit or any community organization, you don't want to miss this episode. ~ airing on Monday, June 1st.

Stay informed on our collaborations and new podcast by joining our newsletter:
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Mindful Mondays MKE is where dreams meet action and collaboration breeds innovation and is brought to you by Shantel S. Bacchus of Bacchus Insurance Group, Fredrick D. Robinson, Jr. of Greenwood Park Gallery and Art Framing, Inc. and our beloved brother in power, Derrick Nelson of Team Snotbox.

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