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Rodney Baltimore interviews South Florida Community Leaders
Rodney Baltimore interiews Attorney Burnndette Norris -Weekes Founder and Executive Director of the Women of Color Empowerment Institute (WOCEI) for the '15th Empowerment Conference' September 11, 2026 to September 13th 2026 at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa 3030 Holiday Drive Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316. The Conference will focus on Black Women Empowerment. Conference Theme; Made for this Moment: Purpose, Power, & Progress. Starting Friday Septemer 11, 2026 at 4pm. Saturday September 12, 2026 will feature nationally recognized keynote speakers, transformational leadership sessions,ending with a Mermaid Gale in the evening. Sunday will condulde with a memorable breakfast, jazz drumming, yoga, and swimming.please wear white on Sunday. This is the Ultimate Women Conference to attend for more information contact www.NATIONALWOMENOFCOLOR.COM or call (954) 786-9770
Rodney Baltimore interviews CEO Newton Sanon of OIC of South Florida ( Opportunities Industrialization Center) for the '2026 Middle Class Summit' taking place September 9th thru Septemer 10th 2026 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL 1 Seminole Way Hollywood, FL 33020..Topic will include: What it means to be middle class, Building the Human Infrastructure of a Thriving Economic Ecosystem, Entrepreneurship the Gig Economy,AI and the rise of Alternative Income, Economic Mobilty to Scalce,. Various Federal, State, and Local Elected officias will be in attendance.Along with Major Businesses, Governmental Agencies and Economic Enities. Confrence Prices contact (954) 563-3535
Rodney Baltimore inteviews Executive Director Garrison of the Carrie P Meek Educaitonal Center for the Historical Marker Unvieling' Saturday September 5, 2026
Community Connect with Maestro & Nikki is a dynamic community-affairs podcast dedicated to spotlighting the people, organizations, and initiatives creating positive change across South Florida. Hosted by veteran radio personalities Nikki Ramirez and Maestro Powell, the show bridges media and community by giving local voices a platform to inform, inspire, and connect. Through engaging conversations, in-depth interviews, and real-time coverage of events and causes, Community Connect highlights nonprofit leaders, civic organizations, educators, small businesses, and everyday heroes who are shaping the future of our neighborhoods. The program airs across radio and video platforms, making it accessible wherever audiences choose to listen or watch. With a shared passion for service and storytelling, Nikki and Maestro bring authenticity, professionalism, and energy to every episode, creating a trusted space where community matters take center stage. Whether discussing upcoming events, social impact initiatives, or success stories from around the region, Community Connect with Maestro & Nikki serves as a hub for awareness, collaboration, and positive momentum throughout South Florida.
Maestro speaks with Mrs. Lisa Skirving about the Lutheran Services Florida Lippman Youth Shelter.
Maestro and Nikki speak with Cherise G. Gause - The Chief of Police for the City of North Miami about the National Night Out and Back-to-School Block Party.
Maestro speaks with Ximena Núñez - The Children's Trust of Miami-Dade County Director of Communications about their upcoming Family Expo.
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