Platform and Possibilities

By: T. C. Phipps-Benjamin
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  • Life since COVID-19 has forced global citizens to translate their various talents into a livelihood. People have kept their heads above water, discovering, innovating, and excelling. This platform spreads the word about changemakers who use their expertise and passion to change their lives and positively impact the lives of others. Ready to share your story? Send an email to platandposs@gmail.com or call (516) 584-3884
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Episodes
  • Our People; The Heart & Soul of the Diaspora-Abena Amory

    Our People; The Heart & Soul of the Diaspora-Abena Amory
    Jun 3 2024

    Abena has been a fixture of the arts and culture in her New York/Caribbean community for years. She has shared the stage numerous times with her St. Vincent and the Grenadines born mom, Ms. Jacqueline Williams-King, a musical icon in every right. Abena is also the daughter of the late Honorable Vance W. Amory, former Premier of Nevis.

    Abena is an excellent candidate for the St. Kitts Music Festival stage. She has a diverse catalog of work that is the embodiment of an artist with the caliber of experience for an electrifying world class show like Music Fest.

    Abena envisions the day when she will be given the nod of approval for her awe-inspiring sound. Until then, she is building her brand and guarding her voice. Her talent is endless. Her work ethic is impeccable.

    She is Abena Amory; an exemplary artist; the heart and soul of the St. Kitts and Nevis Diaspora.

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    7 mins
  • Chit Chat with Mel Audain - A Phenomenal Woman

    Chit Chat with Mel Audain - A Phenomenal Woman
    Mar 28 2024
    Melvina 'Mel' Chapman was born on the beautiful island of St. Kitts and Nevis, and raised in Leeds, England. She now calls Houston, Texas home. She's been a supplier of hospitality and marketing services for well over 25 years. Melvina’s experiences include an internship at the famed Dorchester Hotel in London, a Food and Beverage manager at the Four Seasons Hotel, Houston, a Sales and Marketing Manager, corporate event coordinator at the GRB Convention Center in Houston, a Manager of global meetings, events with the Coca-Cola Company and a Regional Marketing Manager for the Microsoft Corporation. Melvina served as the Director of Special Events and liaison of the Sales and Marketing Council at the Greater Houston Builders Association, the 3rd largest home builders association in the US, where she was responsible for the organizations’ most prestigious events. Over the years, Melvina has guided her event teams to successfully coordinate hundreds of meetings, trade shows, special events, executive retreats, product launches and numerous sporting events such as the Summer/Winter Olympics, World Cup and Super Bowl. Melvina served as President of the St. Kitts and Nevis Association of Houston (SKNAH) and along with her board, led the association with pride and distinction for 6 years. Melvina now serves as the Founder and Executive Director of The Caribbean Cultural Coalition, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting members of the Caribbean community at home and in the US.A graduate of Park Lane College, Melvina holds a degree in Business Administration. Mel lives her life through the lens of – Work Hard, Play Harder. She is an avid traveler and has traversed the globe for both business and pleasure. When asked what gives her the most joy, she smiles and mentions her husband Calvin, her two handsome sons, Zack and Anthony and her lovely grand children. Melvina is truly a phenomenal woman.
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    58 mins
  • Chit-Chat with Ms. Sharon Huggins-A Phenomenal Woman

    Chit-Chat with Ms. Sharon Huggins-A Phenomenal Woman
    Mar 21 2024
    Mrs. Sharon Huggins believes she was inherently born to be a giver and take care of others. She's a nurturer by nature and she truly loves to see people happy. A born again christian, Sharon regards the mishaps of others as her business. She has a caring and generous spirit and believes she has a special love and calling for the work she currently does. After relocating from New York to Port Charlotte Florida, Sharon's path in life shifted. She became a business owner and Director of Kidz of the Future Daycare and has sat in the Director's chair for over 13 years. Sharon worked for almost 20 years in corporate America at many different levels. She also has series 66 and series 7 certificates registered with the SEC and the New York Stock Exchange. She shifted career paths after pursuing business degrees in finance and investments. She was bold, visionary, and empowered. Sharon saw a need and she filled it. She has become a pillar for her family and her community. Instead of returning to corporate America, she used her business savvy and founded the Lighthouse Restoration Home, Inc., a not-for-profit organization that offers support for women, children, and families in her community. She has great plans to extend her work to other cities but is taking small footsteps as she watches her handiwork blossom ever so beautifully. Sharon is a change maker in every right! Sharon is a mother to her queen Alisha, and her king Giovanni, and has been married for many years to her dear husband Ali. She loves her family to her core and describes them as "her breath". She counts her gifts as blessings from God.
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    1 hr and 7 mins

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