The MPBHBA is delighted to welcome two new members to our Board of Directors: LaTonya Orr of FoundHERS Suite, and Darvell Jones of Levraddigans Entertainment. We look forward to benefiting from their creative and business expertise.
LaTanya Orr, FoundHERS Suite
LaTanya Orr is a seasoned brand strategist, certified life coach, author, and visual storyteller whose award-winning concepts empower entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and ministry leaders. With over 20 years of experience in marketing, LaTanya excels in shaping brand identities through innovative strategies and impactful design. Known as an “Entrepreneurial Midwife,” she revolutionizes women’s business development through ‘The FoundHERS Suite.’ LaTanya holds a BA in Social Psychology from the University of Michigan and an MBA in Entrepreneurial Management from Davenport University.
Darvell Jones, Levraddigans Entertainment
Darvell Jones, also known by the moniker Sain Levrad, is a singer, songwriter, producer, educator, creative multi-hyphenate and Founder/CEO of Levraddigans Entertainment.
Darvell’s artistry and entrepreneurial spirit are influenced by his life experience, from humble beginnings performing with the Soul Children of Chicago to his current ventures in entertainment.
He has toured extensively across the U.S. and internationally, working with several major recording artists. Darvell’s professional experience includes positions with organizations including Ravinia Festival, Leighton Broadcasting, Northwestern University, and University of Chicago, where he served as Project and Production Manager for the Emmy winning UChicago Creative team. There he oversaw the execution of major university initiatives and production projects, as well as events with guests including Mavis Staples, Colin Kaepernick, David Rubenstein, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Valerie Jarrett, and Martin Luther King III.
In addition to his role at Levraddigans Entertainment, Darvell is a member of the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP); Adjunct Faculty of Music at the College of Dupage; and co-host of the Future Champions Podcast. He is an innovative thinker who is inspiring and empowering the creative leaders of tomorrow. His motto is “there’s extra attached to everyone’s ordinary” for today’s emerging multimedia industry.
Darvell received his BA in Music Industry from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, and MA in Sound Arts and Industries from Northwestern University. He is also an alumni brother of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Men’s Music Fraternity (Eta Nu Chapter).
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