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The Passion-Driven Founder: Brian Gatewood Sr. and Innovative Change Makers
Brian Gatewood Sr., Founder and CEO of Innovative Change Makers (ICM), recently shared insights into his organization's impactful work during an interview on "The Day With Trae" with guest host Deaunte Damper on Sunday, March 16, 2025. Brian discussed ICM's mission to uplift the community, with a particular focus on youth engagement. ICM provides after-school programming, community events, and resources aimed at creating positive change.
Hope and Fellowship: Black Community Leaders Welcome Chief Barnes to Seattle
About 200 people, including prominent community and religious leaders and elected officials, attended the event. Among them were Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, Seattle City Councilmembers Joy Hollingsworth and Mark Solomon, State Representative Chipalo Street, former Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best, and leaders from the Seattle School District, including Dr. Brent Jones and Dr. Sarah Pritchard. Additionally, several religious leaders, including Bishop Weatherspoon, Pastor Carey G. Anderson, and several ministers from the Church of God in Christ, were present to show their support.
