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TORERA
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​Torera is the Founder and Senior Editor of XBlaze Magazine, a multimedia outlet focused on delivering positive, time-relevant, and inspirational news and content to the masses by shedding light on ambitious individuals who are part of various professional industries.
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In a few short years, Torera has led her growing media outlet to collaborate with multiple prestigious events across the country and has spoken with a handful of icons and legends that few ever get to encounter. The founder has independently published over a dozen publications and conducted more than 200 interviews, while still finding time to collaborate with esteemed events, such as the Grammys, ESSENCE Festival, and Emmys, to name a few. She has also worked with networks such as Lifetime, STARZ, BET, and more. Aside from entrepreneurial achievements, Torera has been invited to perform at several community events and ceremonies over the years!
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The founder intends to continue nurturing and growing her outlet while branching out into different ventures to solidify a universally reputable brand.
KAYLA
Kayla Dawn Plush — a visionary creative, marketing strategist, and the Founder of Dawn Edits & Designs Company, LLC, a full-service branding and design agency dedicated to helping entrepreneurs elevate their vision through strategy and style.
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Kayla launched her business in May 2020, at just sixteen years old, during the height of quarantine. What began as creating YouTube graphics quickly evolved into a thriving creative agency serving clients nationwide. The name represents more than her middle name—it symbolizes new beginnings, vision, and the light that comes with walking in your purpose. For Kayla, every project is a “dawn moment”—an opportunity for clients to start fresh, elevate their brand, and embrace the confidence that comes with standing out.
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Today, at just 22 years old, Kayla has earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing and a minor in Art from Clark Atlanta University and continues her work to help emerging and established brands present themselves with confidence and clarity. Entirely redefining what it means to build a business rooted in faith, excellence, and authenticity. Her mission is simple: to help others discover their purpose and create brands that truly shine.
JAYLA
Lifestyle & fashion creator and corporate girly Jayla Ta’Nyia is redefining what it means to thrive in both career and creativity!
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Known for her authentic voice and relatable content, Jayla shares her journey balancing corporate life, content creation, being a fiancée, and being a first-time mom. Through her growing online platform, Jayla has cultivated a loyal community inspired by her “semi-aesthetic life—where not everything is perfect, but I’ma catch a vibe when I can.” She highlights her relatable career content, personal style, and motherhood in a way that feels both aspirational and relatable. Her content resonates with women who value ambition, confidence, and soft living—all while navigating the realities of modern work and womanhood.
Outside of content creation, Jayla works full-time in corporate America, giving her firsthand insight into what it takes to succeed and stand out professionally. Her experience fuels her storytelling, allowing her to bridge the gap between the corporate and creator worlds. Whether she’s leading conversations about personal branding, showing up authentically online, or embracing life beyond the nine-to-five, Jayla is passionate about empowering women to do the same—on their terms.
DANIELE
Daniele Lawson was born in Inglewood, CA, and raised in Culver City. She began dancing at the age of two, training with companies such as Fantasia Dance Ensemble, Victory Praise Dancers, and Faithful Dance Company. By the age of four, she booked her first national commercial for Toyota, and at five, she signed with her first agent. At six, she appeared in the Just Dance Kids 2 video game and booked her first pilot, the CBS production Herd Mentality starring Damon Wayans.
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Throughout her career, Daniele has received extensive training in voice, multiple dance styles, theater, and media. Her commitment to growth has supported a strong foundation for her work on screen.
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At nine years old, she began building an impressive acting resume, co-starring in CSI: Cyber (CBS), Nickelodeon’s Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn, and Game Shakers, as well as Young Sheldon (CBS) and Mixed-ish (ABC). She later landed a recurring role as Jahzara on Freeform’s Good Trouble.
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Outside of acting, Daniele enjoys creating fashion and makeup looks, cooking, attending live theater, and spending time with family and friends. She plans to continue studying and working toward earning a Master of Fine Arts degree, becoming bilingual in Spanish, and pursuing her passion for acting. At her core, Daniele is driven by a desire to uplift others and give back to those in need.
CARMEN
Carmen Renè is a journalist and podcast host based in Maryland. With a background in communication and media production, she’s passionate about helping creators and brands tell authentic stories that inspire others to follow their passions.
Carmen has experience in content strategy, podcast production, and social media growth, and has worked with several creative professionals to elevate their online presence and tell their stories. Her goal is to use media to inspire authenticity and growth in others.