Ib interviews Dr. Earl S. Richardson, President Emeritus, Distinguished Professor and Research Associate of Morgan State University at the Associated Black Charities (ABC) annual gala, where the governor of Maryland presented Dr. Richardson with the ABC Lifetime Achievement Award.
Refuse the Smaller Future.
At 16, while living as a refugee, I dreamed of becoming a journalist. My applications were rejected, and some friends questioned whether my dream was realistic. But I refused to give up.
By 17, I had become an Africa correspondent for one of the world’s leading soccer websites. That opportunity opened doors to a journalism career that would take me into conversations with influential people across sports, entertainment, business, and public service.
In 2003, I created my own website, which grew into Ib Talk Online—a platform for sharing stories, interviews, and photographs that capture the people, experiences, and moments that have shaped my journey.
Looking back, my greatest lesson isn’t simply that persistence helped me become a journalist.
It’s that our present circumstances are not the full measure of who we are capable of becoming.
Today, I bring that conviction into my work as a leadership coach, speaker, and mentor, helping emerging and aspiring leaders recognize their potential, develop their capabilities, and pursue lives of greater purpose, influence, and service.
Whether you’re looking for a speaker who can inspire your audience or a coach to help you take your next step, I’d welcome the opportunity to connect.
As always, your articles promote positively needed uplifting testimonies which is a credit to your spirit.
- Sherman Davis
President and CEO, Futech, Inc
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Jordin Sparks poses for a photo before performing at a star-studded USO Gala to "Honor those who Serve."
Former NBA player and humanitarian Dikembe Mutombo and Ib at an awards dinner in Washington, DC.
Former NBA player and humanitarian Dikembe Mutombo flanked by a guest and Ib at an awards dinner in Washington, DC.
Ib & Congressman Elijah Cummings (deceased).
F.T. Burden (President and CEO Of AIRS/Empire Homes Of Maryland) & Ib. In an interview, Mr. Burden said: "We just believe that the housing that we provide is the stabilizing factor and once we can get that in place, we can then begin working with people to reach whatever goals they want to reach.”
Ann Veneman (former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture and UNICEF Executive Director) and Ib during a luncheon meeting in New York City. Talking about malnutrition and its deleterious effects – especially on young children, Ms. Veneman said: "Inadequate nutrition of children under age two can impact cognitive development of a child, impacting their ability to learn in school and earn as an adult."
Associated Black Charities (ABC) President & CEO Diane Bell-McKoy and Ib at the ABC's 25-year gala, which honored African Americans making a big impact in the field of education. "It's about closing the wealth gap, and one of the surest pathways for African Americans is actually additional education — both higher education and post-secondary education," Ms. Bell-McKoy said in an interview.
Darrin Henson (American actor and celebrity trainer) & Ib.
Retired Navy Admiral Tony Watson & Ib at Black Engineer of the Year Awards (BEYA) STEM Global Competitiveness Conference gala in 2010.
Darrell Walker (retired NBA player and New York Knicks assistant coach), Ib and Patrick Ewing (retired Hall of Fame NBA player and current assistant coach for the Orlando Magic) at the All 4 Kids Foundation Welcome Dinner in New York in 2011.
Ibrahim is the consummate pro, with extraordinary attention to details. He creates visuals and news articles that one would expect to see in top national publications. My only hope is that Ib continues to assist the many good causes he encounters, but surely big corps will take notice of his talents. I’ve had the incredible pleasure of working with Ibrahim on stories for the Associated Black Charities and the American Red Cross, Chesapeake Region. He brings journalism to the ‘ideal.’ One gets the sense of watching a brilliant star pass by as he works.
