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Ross B. Williams hosts 5th Annual Modern Profits Mastermind Cruise for Entrepreneurs

Orlando, FL – July 4th, 2025 – Ross B. Williams, award-winning branding strategist and founder of Modern Profits, is set to host the 5th Annual Modern Profits Mastermind Cruise for Entrepreneurs. A unique four-day event designed to help coaches, consultants, and business owners elevate their brand, strategy, and network.

Modern Profits Mastermind Cruise: A Transformational Experience

The 2025 cruise will sail from Port Canaveral, Florida, to a private the Bahamas. The event features expert-led workshops, deep-dive strategy sessions, networking dinners, and adventure activities. Limited to 50 high-performing entrepreneurs, the cruise operates under the guiding principle: “Your next level begins with the right people in the right place.”



Why This Cruise Matters

In an age of virtual events, Ross emphasizes the unmatched value of in-person connections: “When you spend five days with the right people, in the right environment, real breakthroughs happen. You don’t just exchange business cards, you create bonds and actionable strategies,” says Ross. The intimate setting ensures personal interaction, candid conversation, and immediate application.

A Community Built Around Results

Attendees come from diverse business backgrounds: agency owners, software developers, content creators, and brick-and-mortar business owners, and share a common goal: to grow intentional, high-impact businesses. During the cruise, they will:

  • Refine their personal brand and messaging
  • Create or optimize sales funnels and digital positioning
  • Learn paid advertising strategies that work
  • Establish long-term connections, partnerships, and referral networks

Modern Profits: Distinctive Growth Methodology

Under Ross’s leadership, Modern Profits specializes in crafting “brands people remember and buy from.” Clients benefit from:

  • A cohesive digital footprint, including websites, press, and social presence
  • Paid ad campaigns that amplify visibility and conversion
  • Authority-based positioning that positions entrepreneurs as leaders in their niche

These strategies are infused throughout the cruise agenda, ensuring attendees leave with the systems and confidence needed to implement change immediately.

Ross B. Williams: The Ideal Host

A former North American Salesperson of the Year, multi-hyphenate entrepreneur, and ClickFunnels Two Comma Club Award recipient, Ross is trusted for his sales pedigree and practical marketing insights. He built a $4M face-to-face sales territory and has hosted business events for 10,000+ attendees. A four-year FSU varsity cheerleader with double majors in finance and real estate, he brings enthusiasm, expertise, and empathy to every event.

What Attendees Say

Past participants highlight the combination of mindset and marketing:

“Every year I come away with a new idea or a new connection… I meet cool people and get the newest techniques and things that would take me hours to figure out by myself.”

“Ross curates such an insanely good group… you’re implementing new things into your business right then and there.”

About Modern Profits

Modern Profits is a full-service agency focused on personal branding, funnels, media, and paid ads—empowering entrepreneurs to stand out and scale. Its flagship event, the Mastermind Cruise, is celebrated for its educational depth, connection-first culture, and transformation-focused outcomes.

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Ross B. Williams of Modern Profits to Speak on Digital Branding at GHL Assembly in Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV – July 4, 2025 – Ross B. Williams, the award-winning entrepreneur and founder of Modern Profits, will take the stage at this year’s GHL Assembly in Las Vegas, where he will deliver a high-impact talk on the power of personal branding and how entrepreneurs can dominate their niche with a strong digital footprint.

Hosted by Andy Audate and Dakota Routh, GHL Assembly is a premier three-day event bringing together top marketers, SaaSpreneurs, and agency owners from around the world to learn, network, and elevate their businesses with GoHighLevel’s industry-leading platform. The event will be held July 10-12 at Kiln in Las Vegas, NV.

How Personal Branding Drives Digital Dominance: Williams’ talk will center on how entrepreneurs can utilize their personal story, positioning, and content ecosystem to stand out online, attract their ideal clients, and establish long-term authority.

“Your brand is your leverage,” says Williams. “When you become known for something specific, and you own the digital real estate that reflects it, your business becomes easier to grow, scale, and automate.”

During his session, attendees will learn:

  • How to position themselves as an authority (even without a big audience)
  • The 5 components of a magnetic digital footprint
  • Tools and tech that automate brand visibility and lead generation

Williams will also discuss how AI and automation when paired with personal branding, create a compounding effect that accelerates audience growth and sales.

The Man Behind Modern Profits Ross B. Williams is no stranger to the entrepreneurial spotlight. He is the founder of Modern Profits, a marketing agency known for its tagline: “Building brands people remember and buy from — making them easy to find and hard to ignore.” He is also the creator of the Modern Profits Mastermind Cruise, where 50 entrepreneurs gather annually to connect and scale, guided by the event’s mantra: “Your next level begins in the right place, with the right people.”

With over 25 years of experience in sales, branding, and event creation, Williams brings a rare mix of corporate success and creative marketing vision. He earned North American Salesperson of the Year and built a single-city sales territory to $4 million/year in face-to-face sales. He is also a ClickFunnels Two Comma Club Award winner for generating over $1 million in online sales through a single funnel.

A proud Florida State University graduate with a double major in finance and real estate, and a four-year varsity cheerleader, Williams now channels his energy into empowering other entrepreneurs with tools, frameworks, and systems that deliver results.

Why GHL Assembly Matters GHL Assembly is more than a conference. It’s a high-energy experience designed to empower entrepreneurs with cutting-edge marketing strategies and the latest in automation and software innovation. From tactical workshops to elite-level networking, it’s where digital marketers come to get ahead.

Williams’ session promises to be one of the highlights, especially for those looking to stand out in crowded markets and maximize their GoHighLevel investment.

Visit https://ghlassembly.com to learn more or reserve your seat.

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Nominations Now Open for the E.E. Smith Alumni Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026

The E.E. Smith Alumni Sports Hall of Fame Inc. is proud to announce that nominations for the prestigious Class of 2026 are officially open. As the organization enters its fifth year of honoring the legacy of E.E. Smith High School athletes, coaches, and contributors, the Hall of Fame invites the community to submit nominations for deserving individuals who have made a lasting impact in the world of sports. Nominations will be accepted through August 10, 2025.

 

Alumni, faculty, and supporters are encouraged to participate in recognizing those whose sportsmanship, leadership, and dedication have helped define the athletic spirit of E.E. Smith High School. Eligible nominees must have graduated in 2015 or earlier and demonstrated excellence either on or off the field as athletes, coaches, or contributors to sports-related programs.

 

To submit a nomination, visit the official nomination portal at:

🔗 https://e-e-smith-alumni-sports-hall-of-fame.ueniweb.com/nomination-form

 

“We’re incredibly proud to reach our fifth year of celebrating the outstanding sports legacy at E.E. Smith High School,” said John Brown, nomination coordinator for the E.E. Smith Alumni Sports Hall of Fame. “Each year, we honor individuals who have not only excelled athletically but have also contributed to our community in meaningful ways. We encourage everyone to start gathering the necessary information today and submit their nominations before the August deadline.”

 

To request a nomination form directly, please contact John Brown via email at jbrown1098@aol.com. All nominations should include detailed biographical information, athletic achievements, and any supporting documentation or testimonials that highlight the nominee’s impact.

 

The Sports Hall of Fame has become a cornerstone of alumni engagement, serving as a beacon of pride for E.E. Smith graduates and fans alike. Previous inductees have gone on to achieve great success in collegiate and professional athletics, coaching, and community leadership—each representing the Golden Bulls legacy with distinction.

As the nomination window opens for the Class of 2026, the Hall of Fame committee is calling on the E.E. Smith community to play a vital role in preserving its rich history and ensuring that deserving individuals are celebrated for their lifelong contributions to sports and the school.

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Jerome Scott – “The Insurance Guy” – Joins the Fayetteville Liberty as a Pillar of the Community Sponsor

The Fayetteville Liberty, Fayetteville’s professional sports organization and a growing symbol of local pride and community engagement, is proud to announce a major sponsorship partnership with Jerome Scott – widely known throughout the region as “The Insurance Guy.” This collaboration marks the latest step in the Liberty’s commitment to highlighting and aligning with community leaders who actively shape the future of Fayetteville.

Jerome Scott, a seasoned entrepreneur and trusted insurance professional, joins the team as a Pillar of the Community Sponsor — a designation reserved for individuals and businesses who not only contribute to the Liberty’s mission but also consistently invest in the betterment of the local community. Known for his philosophy of “actions over words,” Scott’s reputation as a reliable and service-oriented figure in the insurance world has made him a respected name across the Fayetteville market.

This sponsorship extends beyond a business arrangement; it is a strategic alliance built on shared values: community engagement, empowerment, and progress. “Partnering with the Fayetteville Liberty is a natural extension of my belief that giving back to the community is not just a duty — it’s a privilege,” said Scott. “We’re both committed to lifting up Fayetteville and creating meaningful impact through action.”

Visitors to the Liberty’s official site, www.faylibertync.com, will now see Jerome Scott prominently featured among the team’s key sponsors. As a trusted name in insurance, Scott’s brand offers a wide array of coverage solutions for individuals, families, and businesses. His partnership with the Liberty brings value to local fans and businesses alike — especially those looking for reliable, community-based insurance support.

Beyond his professional success in the insurance industry, Jerome Scott is expanding his influence with the recent launch of his first book and the debut of his new podcast. Both platforms further his mission to educate, inspire, and lead — particularly in the areas of financial literacy, business ownership, and personal growth. These initiatives make Scott an even more dynamic and influential partner for the Liberty, whose values align with these same themes of empowerment and self-determination.

“Jerome is more than a sponsor — he’s an example,” said Robert Lee Edwards Jr. the Fayetteville Liberty Team Market Manager. “His commitment to this city, his drive to uplift others, and his willingness to lead with integrity made this partnership a no-brainer. We’re honored to have him as part of the Liberty family.”

The Fayetteville Liberty welcomes businesses and individuals interested in becoming part of its growing sponsorship program. With partners like Jerome Scott leading the way, the future of Liberty — and Fayetteville — looks brighter than ever.

For media inquiries, sponsorship opportunities, or to connect with Jerome Scott – The Insurance Guy, please visit www.jeromescottinsurance.com or www.faylibertync.com.

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The Mo You Know Heads to LA for the 2025 Black Entertainment Television Experience

 

 

 

Fayetteville, NC — ShaDonna “Mo” McPhaul, the powerhouse behind The Mo You Know brand, is heading back to Los Angeles June 5–9 to soak up the energy, connections, and culture of the 2025 Black Entertainment Television Experience and Black Entertainment Television Awards Weekend!

 

A combat veteran turned public relations strategist, media relations maven, and micro-influencer, Mo is no stranger to high-profile moments and celebrity-driven platforms. Her journey into the entertainment industry has been years in the making—and this trip could be the breakthrough moment she’s been building toward.

 

Mo’s track record speaks for itself:

• In May 2019, she was empowered by the Steve Harvey Vault Conference in LA, where she made the decision to “JUMP” into entrepreneurship.

• In February 2024, she hit the red carpet as credentialed press at the 25th Super Bowl Soulful Celebration, televised on CBS.

• In November 2024, she covered the Blue HBCU Honors taped at Howard University and aired on Black Entertainment Television.

 

Since retiring from the U.S. Air Force in 2016, Mo has turned her passion into purpose—amplifying stories, creating connections, and serving as a dynamic bridge between brands and audiences. Her dream has always been to work in the sports and entertainment industry, and with this next trip to LA, she’s ready to Black Entertainment Television on herself once again.

 

This year, Mo will be attending:

• Black Entertainment Television Experience Casting Call

• Black Entertainment Television Experience Fan Fest (Saturday + Sunday)

• Networking events and influencer 

  •     Black Entertainment Television Awards 

 

“I’m not just showing up—I’m showing out. This is what I’ve trained for—20 years in the military taught me discipline, but purpose gave me vision,” says McPhaul.

 

To collaborate with Mo during Black Entertainment Television Weekend or to schedule interviews, influencer coverage, or partnership opportunities, please contact her directly at shadonnamack@me.com or visit https://calendly.com/themoyouknow/discovery-call

 

 

Follow the Journey:

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#TheMoYouKnow #BETExperience #MoGoesToBET

 

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Lani Dickinson, Founder of Stealth: Freedom To Exit, Releases Free AI E-Book to Help Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Boost Sales and Efficiency

CALIFORNIA – May 20th 2025 – Lani Dickinson, former Fortune 175 CEO and founder of Stealth: Freedom To Exit, has announced the release of her brand-new free e-book, 7 Ways AI Can Increase Efficiency and Sales for Your Business. This practical guide is designed to help business owners and entrepreneurs across industries leverage artificial intelligence to increase productivity, reduce waste, and drive revenue.

With so much noise around AI and its complexity, Dickinson delivers a refreshingly clear and accessible resource that cuts through the confusion. The guide focuses on real-world business applications—not tech jargon—and shows founders how to get measurable results without needing a technical background.

“Most business owners are missing out on thousands of dollars in revenue every month because of outdated systems and manual processes,” said Dickinson. “This guide shows them exactly how to use AI to plug the leaks, save time, and create scalable systems.”

7 Ways AI Can Increase Efficiency and Sales for Your Business breaks down core areas where AI can make an immediate impact—including automating customer service, streamlining internal workflows, qualifying leads, managing reviews, and more. Each strategy is designed to help companies run smoother, scale faster, and ultimately increase their exit valuation.

Whether you’re running a bakery, a law firm, a salon, or a SaaS agency, Dickinson’s guide applies across industries. The strategies outlined are tailored for both traditional business owners and digital entrepreneurs, reinforcing her commitment to helping all types of founders build scalable and sellable businesses.

Inside the Free Guide, Readers Will Learn:

  • How AI can automate repetitive, low-level tasks that drain time
  • Where most businesses are leaking revenue—and how to stop it
  • Which AI tools can deliver a big ROI without a learning curve
  • How automation contributes to a higher business valuation
  • Step-by-step examples of AI use cases in small businesses and agencies

This e-book is part of Dickinson’s broader mission at Stealth: Freedom To Exit—to help founders build businesses that operate without them, generate recurring revenue, and are ready for an eventual exit, whether that means time freedom or a seven-figure sale.

The guide is available now for free download at ai.activatetoascend.com/get-7ways-ai.

For more on Lani Dickinson and her business transformation programs, visit lanidickinson.com.

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Lani Dickinson, Founder of Stealth: Freedom To Exit, Launches Live Webinar to Help Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Use AI to Stop Leaking Money

CALIFORNIA – May 13th, 2025 – Lani Dickinson, former Fortune 175 CEO and founder of Stealth: Freedom To Exit, is hosting a powerful new live webinar designed to help business owners and entrepreneurs immediately identify and stop profit leaks using AI. Titled 3 Ways Your Business Can Use AI Today To Stop Leaking Money, the webinar will teach practical, revenue-saving applications of artificial intelligence—without the tech overwhelm.

Dickinson’s latest training addresses a crucial pain point: most businesses are unknowingly losing hours and money each day on tasks that could be automated. This webinar is designed to show business owners how AI can take over repetitive tasks, boost team productivity, and increase margins—starting right now.

“Most business owners are leaking money every single day and don’t even know it,” said Dickinson. “This webinar is about plugging those leaks fast—with simple, powerful AI tools that save time, increase profitability, and scale your business like never before.”

As part of her Freedom To Exit mission, Dickinson helps founders build sellable, self-running businesses—and that includes adopting tech systems that reduce owner dependency. This live webinar is a direct extension of that mission, showing how AI not only supports growth but also increases a company’s exit valuation by improving operational efficiency and profitability.

Attendees Will Learn:

  • 3 specific ways to apply AI in their business immediately
  • How to automate low-level tasks that drain time and cash
  • Why AI adoption boosts business valuation and exit readiness
  • The simplest tools and workflows that don’t require a tech background
  • Real-world examples of businesses using AI to stop profit leaks

The webinar is free to attend, and ideal for both traditional business owners, such as salon owners, tradespeople, or retailers, and digital entrepreneurs like coaches, agency owners, and consultants. Dickinson emphasizes clarity over complexity, making the session accessible to non-tech founders ready to grow smarter and exit stronger.

3 Ways Your Business Can Use AI Today To Stop Leaking Money will be held live via Zoom. Registration is now open at: webinar.activatetoascend.com/webi-reg-general

For more about Lani Dickinson and her business transformation programs, visit: lanidickinson.com

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Lani Dickinson, Founder of Stealth: Freedom To Exit, Launches New YouTube Channel to Help Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Build Sellable Companies

CALIFORNIA – May 6th, 2025 – Lani Dickinson, former Fortune 175 CEO and founder of Stealth: Freedom To Exit, has announced the official launch of her new YouTube channel, Stealth: Freedom To Exit. The channel delivers powerful, on-demand video content designed to help business owners and entrepreneurs nationwide build scalable businesses that can run and sell without them.

Known for her high-impact strategies and clear, caring delivery, Dickinson continues her mission to help founders avoid the trap of building an unescapable, unsellable job instead of a sellable asset. Through her new YouTube channel, she breaks down the real-life tactics used to increase enterprise value, implement operational independence, and create actual time and financial freedom.

“The vast majority of founders don’t realize that 80% of listed businesses never sell,” said Dickinson. “This channel was created to change that. I’m giving business owners and entrepreneurs the playbook to build companies that are not only valuable, but in demand.”

The channel complements Dickinson’s broader Freedom To Exit ecosystem, which includes her podcast, training programs, and consulting services—all designed to help founders exit on their terms, whether that means cashing out or simply stepping away from day-to-day operations.

Viewers Can Expect:

  • Bite-sized videos on recurring revenue, exit valuation, and team-building
  • Real-world examples of freedom-focused business models
  • Tips for making your business self-operating and sellable
  • Insights for both local business owners and digital entrepreneurs
  • Strategic advice to increase your exit multiple

Whether you own a store or bakery, run a plumbing company, lead a SaaS agency, are a speaker or a coach online, Dickinson’s YouTube content is built to serve those looking for more freedom, scalability, and future sellability.

The Stealth: Freedom To Exit YouTube channel is now live, with new videos released weekly. Founders are encouraged to subscribe, comment, and share the content with peers looking to exit smarter.

To learn more about Lani Dickinson and her consulting work, visit lanidickinson.com.

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E.E. Smith Alumni Sports Hall of Fame Inc Powered by Jerome Scott The Insurance Guy to Join Fayetteville Woodpeckers in Jackie Robinson Day Celebration at Segra Stadium

 

(note) There is no betting or gambling. It was a regular game.  

Fayetteville, NC – The E.E. Smith Alumni Sports Hall of Fame Inc., powered by Jerome Scott The Insurance Guy, is proud to announce its participation in Jackie Robinson Day with the Fayetteville Woodpeckers on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Segra Stadium.

 

In honor of this historic day, the Hall of Fame is sponsoring the E.E. Smith High School Boys Baseball Team and Girls Softball Team, along with athletes from Luther “Nick” Jeralds Middle School, for the Field of Dreams experience, where students will run out on the field alongside Woodpeckers players.

 

Luther “Nick” Jerald, namesake of the stadium at Fayetteville State University, was inducted into the inaugural class of the Hall of Fame, and this moment serves as a tribute to his legacy and continued inspiration within the community.

 

Fayetteville State University is also supporting this special evening by sponsoring 1,500 commemorative “42” caps, which will be given to fans entering the stadium. Adding to the excitement, Jerome Scott The Insurance Guy will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.

 

EVENT DETAILS:

Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025

Location: Segra Stadium, 460 Hay Street, Fayetteville, NC

Gates Open: 6:00 PM

Game Time: 7:05 PM

Tickets: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Fayettevillewoodpeckers635

 

This event promises to be an exciting and inspirational evening filled with community pride, honoring both local heroes and national trailblazers. The E.E. Smith Alumni Sports Hall of Fame invites alumni, inductees, families, and the greater Fayetteville community to come out in support.

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Vooz Offers a 100% Satisfying, Safe Global Chat Room Experience for Users Worldwide

Maryland, United States (April 07, 2025): A meaningful conversation, a heart-to-heart chat – what can be better than that? Unfortunately, few stranger chat websites are able to measure up to the high standards that online chat enthusiasts tend to have. For them, Vooz is the best random chat platform to try out.

Whether it comes to finding like-minded people or coming across the best safety features or navigability on the overall experience, not many chat websites and chat rooms manage to satisfy users properly. However, Vooz seems to be the best chat room that online chatters have managed to find in a long time now. With the safest anonymous chat experience, it is proving to be the best Omegle replacement. In the last few months, it has been winning hearts all over.

“We know that chat-lovers look for fun, like-minded people to interact with. Sadly, many of them often have to deal with malicious users who are not what they seem to be. Anonymous video chat users can often be threatening, abusive or even dangerous to some extent,” says a spokesperson for Vooz, “Fully aware of this, we take all the necessary measures to provide them with the best, safest and most entertaining online anonymous chat video experience in many ways.”

Simplicity is possibly the best thing about this random chat Omegle alt platform, as it makes it very easy for people to connect together and have a fun, exciting chat room experience. It can be very easy for them to chat with strangers, make new friends and have unlimited conversations in the global chat room offered by Vooz.

Regarded as one of the best Omegle replacements, Vooz has proper privacy policy, community guidelines, terms of service and safety policies that make the online chat room experience perfect for users. Once they state using this anonymous video chat site, users can expect a lot of focus on protecting the online chat community. Round-the-clock moderation and advance machine learning technology is used for proper identification and to take immediate action against harmful behavior.  

If users experience something inappropriate, they can immediately report about it and have it reviewed in just a few minutes by the online chat moderation team of this Omegle alternative website. With proper guidelines, measures and fast action, Vooz goes the distance to provide chat free lovers with safest and most enjoyable experience while conversing with others on the web. It is the best Omegle replacement in many ways.

With the latest AI technology moderating the chat conversations, users can enjoy 100% positive anonymous video chats experience. Users need to be at least 18 years of age or older, to be able to use this anonymous random video chat platform. Thousands of users have already joined Vooz to find friends and chat responsibly. 

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Vooz is a perfect online text chat and video chat website like Omegle that is loved by thousands of chatters across the globe. With fun users, scope for stimulating conversations, easily navigable website and excellent safety features, it is a class apart.