Speaker Spotlight: Moses Hardie III at Becoming Love Fest 2025 When creativity and love collide, something extraordinary happens—and Moses Hardie III is living proof. A proud Hampton University graduate, Moses has built a remarkable career as a children’s book author, poet, graphic designer, actor, and songwriter. His artistry doesn’t just entertain—it uplifts, heals, and transforms. From bedtime stories that became beloved published works to poetry that captures the full spectrum of human emotion, Moses has used his gifts to create bridges of connection that span generations and communities. For Moses, creativity is more than craft—it is legacy. Every project he

Atlanta, get ready! Maxie McClintock , actress, producer, and fearless advocate for inclusive storytelling is bringing her visionary energy to Becoming Love Fest 2025. ✨ Maxie is the founder of Once Upon an Imagination Films, a production company dedicated to family-friendly stories that celebrate diverse voices and spark imagination. From the adventurous world of Crescent Gang to Eyemagine Theater, which brings immersive performances to audiences with visual impairments, Maxie proves that performance can inspire, uplift, and transform communities. She’s also the co-founder of Planted Ambitions, creating pathways for young adults through education, relocation, and mentorship, showing that storytelling isn’t just

We are thrilled to welcome Julie Solinger-Romain, renowned Film Producer, Music Supervisor, and Entrepreneur, to Becoming Love Fest 2025 in Atlanta this October! 🎬✨ Julie is a visionary force in global entertainment, shaping stories that captivate audiences and influence culture. As a producer with Worldwide Entertainment and Media, she has brought to life acclaimed films including One Night Stay, Too Many Christmases, and The Accused, blending cinematic storytelling with original music to create experiences that resonate deeply. Her expertise as a Music Supervisor ensures each project carries both emotional weight and cultural relevance. A lifelong creator, Julie began writing poems

✨ Meet Dr. Carolyn Wilson: a force of resilience, vision, and unstoppable transformation. ✨ Featured on ABC, CBS, Dr. Oz, HuffPost, Women’s World Magazine, and the Essence Film Festival, Dr. Wilson is an award-winning filmmaker, author, educator, and empowerment expert whose life’s work is dedicated to turning pain into purpose. A survivor of childhood sexual abuse and domestic violence, she has transformed her story into a mission: helping others reclaim their voices, magnify their essence, and live fearlessly free. Through groundbreaking projects like The Good Life documentary, her inspirational book Magnified Thoughts, and the H.E.R.Story anthology series, Dr. Wilson has

When creatives dream bigger, Shelon Douglas is already building the stage for them. We’re thrilled to welcome Shelon to Becoming Love Fest 2025 in Atlanta, where she will lead a game-changing panel, Beyond Trauma Porn: Shaping Consciousness Through Media. Empowering Creatives and Building Legacies Shelon Douglas isn’t just working in the entertainment industry—she’s redefining it. As the architect behind Screenixx, she’s built a creator-first empire designed to turn influence into income and ideas into generational impact. From film to tech to real estate, Shelon moves like a mogul in motion, creating pipelines, platforms, and playbooks that empower creatives to elevate

We’re honored to welcome Alterik Miller, filmmaker, musician, and multi-disciplinary artist from Newark, NJ—to Becoming Love Fest 2025 in Atlanta, where his powerful short film Laundry will be featured in our Film Showcase: Reimagining, Processing, and Transforming. Audiences will experience an unforgettable evening of screenings and conversations that highlight how storytelling can move us beyond trauma and into healing, reflection, and resilience. A Creative Force in Independent Film A self-taught visionary, Alterik is a true creative force—writing, directing, shooting, and composing music for award-winning films that blend heart, craft, and cultural resonance. He has collaborated with talents including Danielle Moné

We’re thrilled to announce that Rachelle Neal... a dynamic actress, producer, writer, model, and entrepreneur is joining us at Becoming Love Fest! From her unforgettable roles in Black Lightning, Meet the Browns, Three’s Complicated, The TLC Story, and viral digital skits with Country Wayne, to modeling for iconic brands like Bronner Brothers, Crème of Nature, and walking in the LIVE Target Fashion Show alongside her cousin Tabitha Brown, Rachelle is a force both on and off the screen. As founder of The ID Media Group, she has written, produced, and starred in Interrogation Room, produced nine films in partnership with