The Modern Standard Is Officially an Award-Winning Publication
Our CEO, Nicole Sade’, has officially taken home a first place journalism award during the Alabama Media Professionals award ceremony for her feature story. Continue reading The Modern Standard Is Officially an Award-Winning Publication
Perry Varner Is Redefining Men’s Fashion in Birmingham Through HIM Fashion Week
Fashion designer Perry Varner is transforming Birmingham’s creative scene with HIM Fashion Week, an innovative platform spotlighting menswear, culture, and community impact. Discover his journey, vision, and what’s next. Continue reading Perry Varner Is Redefining Men’s Fashion in Birmingham Through HIM Fashion Week
How Street Eatz Is Disrupting Food Culture: Inside Alessandra Kennedy’s Journey as a Young Black Tech Founder
Young Black founder Alessandra Kennedy is transforming how we discover food with her real-time app, Street Eatz. Learn how she blended tech, culture, and culinary innovation to reshape the food truck industry—and inspire a new generation of millennial entrepreneurs. Continue reading How Street Eatz Is Disrupting Food Culture: Inside Alessandra Kennedy’s Journey as a Young Black Tech Founder
THE WOMAN WHO TURNED FASHION INTO A LANGUAGE: THE CRYSTAL HARRIS STORY
Crystal Harris’s journey with Nya Nya Couture is a testament to the power of creativity and boldness in fashion. Her designs go beyond clothing, shaping identity and confidence. From limited resources to crafting her unique style, Harris built a legacy of empowerment in an industry that often offers few clear paths. Continue reading THE WOMAN WHO TURNED FASHION INTO A LANGUAGE: THE CRYSTAL HARRIS STORY
When a Portrait Speaks: How A. Nichel Turns Faces Into Living Stories
A. Nichel’s masterful portraits transcend mere imitation, capturing the essence of her subjects with unparalleled emotion and precision. Her journey from a young observer to a celebrated artist is a testament to the power of talent and storytelling. Continue reading When a Portrait Speaks: How A. Nichel Turns Faces Into Living Stories
Turning Pain Into Purpose: How Cindy Mutti Built Just Because Love Does After Surviving Medical Trauma
After surviving a devastating accident and multiple surgeries, Cindy Mutti turned her healing journey into purpose by creating Just Because Love Does, a luxury bamboo sleepwear brand rooted in dignity, comfort, and faith. Continue reading Turning Pain Into Purpose: How Cindy Mutti Built Just Because Love Does After Surviving Medical Trauma
Creating Her Own Seat at the Table: How Joidon Jennings Is Changing the Game in Sports Media
In an industry where young Black women are still underrepresented especially in digital media, brand strategy, and leadership roles within sports, Jennings isn’t just participating, she’s building, leading, opening doors, and making sure she doesn’t walk through them alone. Continue reading Creating Her Own Seat at the Table: How Joidon Jennings Is Changing the Game in Sports Media
Jarrod Stisher Is Helping Shape Birmingham’s Tech Future and Millennials Should Be Paying Attention
Marketing and communications leader Jarrod Stisher is amplifying innovation through Tech Birmingham and Sloss Tech. Learn how his work is inspiring millennials to enter tech, embrace AI, and build the future from right where they are. Continue reading Jarrod Stisher Is Helping Shape Birmingham’s Tech Future and Millennials Should Be Paying Attention
LaDarrius Hutcherson Is Blooming Out Loud and Inviting Millennials to Do the Same
LaDarrius Hutcherson, a Birmingham native and social media influencer whose voice has steadily resonated across digital spaces, is entering a new chapter that feels both full-circle and divinely timed. On February 22, LaDarrius will release his debut book, Bloom, a project that goes far beyond the influencer-to-author pipeline and lands squarely in the realm of testimony, transformation, and truth. Continue reading LaDarrius Hutcherson Is Blooming Out Loud and Inviting Millennials to Do the Same
Companion: How Kenneth McQueen Is Redefining Connection for Millennials, One Curated Event at a Time
In a tech landscape often dominated by big names and even bigger noise, McQueen stands out as a grounded, brilliant young Black tech founder who knew exactly what his peers were missing: a space where genuine connection meets curated experiences. And Birmingham is quickly becoming the blueprint for how millennials can build community in a way that is intentional, fun, and culturally forward. Continue reading Companion: How Kenneth McQueen Is Redefining Connection for Millennials, One Curated Event at a Time
Soulja Boy Just Unlocked Our 2008 Era, and Millennials Are Bird Walkin’ Again
If you were outside between 2007–2010, then you already know Soulja Boy wasn’t just an artist, he was a movement. He had us in baggy jeans, tall tees, and sunglasses with words written across them like we were in our own music videos. And the “Bird Walk”? That was one of those dances that instantly brought the whole gym, skating rink, or cafeteria to life. So when he posted that video, TikTok didn’t stand a chance. Continue reading Soulja Boy Just Unlocked Our 2008 Era, and Millennials Are Bird Walkin’ Again
Andrea Moultrie: The Millennial Powerhouse Bringing Community, Culture, and Connection to Pickleball
Andrea is the perfect example of what it looks like when a millennial woman steps boldly into her purpose and lets her talents speak loudly. She’s a Southern native with national reach, a sports-lover who turned passion into profession, and a woman who understands the power of making people feel seen and connected on and off the court. In a moment where millennials are craving community more than ever, Andrea is part of the movement creating spaces that bring us together, one pickleball rally at a time. Continue reading Andrea Moultrie: The Millennial Powerhouse Bringing Community, Culture, and Connection to Pickleball
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