Carrington Goff was born in Houston, Texas in 1983. With the stakes against him, Carrington knew the only way to success was to leave his hometown of Houston. After completing high school, Carrington enlisted and served in the US Navy, where he worked as the Ship Barber, Warehouse Associate, and Storekeeper.
Although music was in his heart, Carrington was inspired by his mother to continue his academic education. Therefore, using his military benefits, Carrington enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing program.
Circumstances and "life" began to overwhelm and present obstacles and barriers that would challenge any non-traditional student with a family to support. Carrington was faced with these oppositions and due to family obligations, he was unable to complete the program and was forced to withdraw.
Once he was back on track, Carrington tried his hand at nursing school yet again, and re-enrolled, with a newly acquired support system.
Those who break down barriers are those who ignore limitation and lack. ~ KM Smith, PhD
With continued encouragement and financial assistance, Carrington maintained a 4.2 GPA and recently graduated at the top of his nursing class.
Never judge a book by its cover, until you've read the book. ~ Jamie Lee Curtis
Today, Carrington serves as a Geriatric Care Nurse Manager and part-time Clinical Nursing Instructor in Jacksonville, Florida.
Oakland, Calif.-based author, food-justice-activist and eco-chef Bryant Terry is not only the author of “Vegan Soul Kitchen: Fresh, Healthy, and Creative African-American Cuisine,” but he also motivates us to examine what we eat, as opposed to simply dieting and taste. Mr. Terry definitely supports that food should taste good, but he's also concerned with the foods we eat and its impact on our bodies, the planet, and the community. He's an unexpected eco-conscious dietetics specialist with above average taste.
Bryant Terry
Hailing from Walsall, England, Price, known as "Goldie", was appointed as a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE), at the 2016 New Year Honours awards, for his service to music and young people. Goldie is a former DJ who launched "Yogangster" clothing brand in 2015. Yogangster is a brand that shares Goldie's love of Bikram Yoga with the world since beginning his Yoga practice in 2010. As a former addict, Goldie's new addiction is now health, wellness, and Bikram Yoga.
Clifford "Goldie" Price
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Aaron Perry
Aaron G. Perry is a community health advocate for African American men and understands first hand the challenges men face establishing trust with the medical community. At age 29 he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and at 43 became the first insulin-dependent African American man to complete an Ironman Triathlon. Today, Mr. Perry dedicates himself to the health of black men as the founder of Rebalanced-Life Wellness Association, which offers health education resources inside of a local barbershop, JP Hair Designs.
In addition to having formed the partnership with JP Hair Design, the center also hosts a "Black Men Run" Chapter, organizes an annual men’s health conference, and strives for Dane County to be the healthiest county for black men in Wisconsin.
Dr. Keon L. Gilbert
Dr. Keon Gilbert is an Associate Professor at St. Louis University, College for Public Health and Social Justice. He's also a leader for The Barber Shop Program initiative. This health initiative targets high-risk populations and provides them with free Blood Pressure Screenings, Prostate Cancer Awareness, and HIV/AIDS Education.
This program is a collaborative effort between "The 100 Black Men" of Metropolitan St. Louis and St. Louis University - College for Public Health and Social Justice, University of Missouri - St. Louis College of Nursing, and the St. Louis City Department of Health. The Barber Shop Tour visits more than 20 barber shops on Saturdays over a two month period. The goal is to inform 200-300 participants of how critical it is to monitor their blood pressure, which can prevent heart attacks and strokes, along with the need for routine visits with their physician.