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Cedric J. Norman is the eldest child of Cedric D. and LaBrenda Norman. He has two younger sisters, a brother-in-love, and three young nephews. Cedric is a native of Fairfield, AL as well as a 2009 and 2014 graduate of the University of Montevallo. Earning undergraduate degrees in Marketing and Communication Studies and a Master's degree in Business Administration respectively. He is currently completing his dissertation for a doctoral degree in Higher Education Administration at the University of Alabama. From 2012 until 2019, Cedric worked at his alma mater, the University of Montevallo, as an administrator in the Student Life department. He was responsible for developing educational outreach programs and providing assistance and guidance to Greek Life on campus, while advocating for and providing mentorship to students of color and other students whose interests are underrepresented in higher education. In 2020, Cedric rejoined Woke Vote, a non-partisan, non-candidate supporting organization focused on increasing political power in black and brown communities, during the Presidential and Georgia Senate Runoff elections. He is currently the Manager of Information Technology Services at Miles College where he is responsible for enhancing technology for faculty, staff, and students under the leadership of President Bobbie Knight. In 2019, Cedric was appointed and sworn-in to fill the vacant District 4 City Council seat in the City of Fairfield. In August of 2020, he was elected by the residents of District 4 to serve a full term. He is the 2022 recipient of the University of Montevallo's 15 Within 15 award. This honor recognizes 15 driven Montevallo graduates who have demonstrated strong leadership and career passion within the first 15 years after earning their degree. Mr. Norman is also a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
And lastly on today's edition of Midday on the Arts, our theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck joins Tom for another of her weekly reviews of the region's thespian offerings. This week, she has reviews of two plays now running concurrently at Baltimore Center Stage. The first is ArtsCentric's ambitious production of Dreamgirls, the 1980s hit Broadway musical about a trio of young female singers aspiring to success. The sprawling cast is directed by Artscentric's founder and artistic director, Kevin S. McAllister. Musical Supervision is by Cedric D. Lyles, with choreograophy by Shalyce Hemby. The second play is the Center Stage production of Fires in the Mirror, playwright Anna Deavere Smith's powerful, one-woman evocation of the strife between Black and Jewish communities that erupted in New York City in the summer of 1991. The Center Stage production is directed by Nicole Brewer. (Tom Hall spoke about Fireswith Nicole Brewer, Center Stage Artistic Director Stephanie Ybarra and playwright Anna Deavere Smith, along with two scholars, here onMiddayearlier this month). The play is being presented in partnership with the Long Wharf Theater in New Haven, Connecticut. Theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck joins us today on Zoom. Both productions are running at Center Stage until December 19. For ticketing information for Dreamgirls, click here. For Fires in the Mirror, click here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“The biggest bully is ourselves, right? And for me, it's more around those, ‘What am I telling myself?'.” - Cedric D. Edison Welcome to Speaking 4 Profit, where your voice is your power! I'm Evolve Benton and for this Speakers Room Live episode, Cedric D. Edison talks about moving past fear as a speaker and how we can come out on top to deliver value for our listeners. In 2014 I experienced an aortic aneurysm, and I was fired from my job just a few months following surgery. I was homeless, hopeless and struggled to find employment. In a dark moment, I realized that living with stress, doubt, fear, and not taking intentional action was literally killing me and suffocating my true potential. With courage, I made habit changes in my health and mindset to replace the despair and fear. That shift opened the door to possibility.... - Cedric D. Edison [00:01 - 09:22] Who is Cedric D. Edison? Cedric talks about his rough childhood and challenging early adulthood We deserve to be paid in value for the stories and testimonies we share. Overcoming fear as a speaker It is about building around the habits of what we say. Recognize the biggest bully The brain looks for patterns to support your behavior. [09:23 - 25:44] Recognizing Fear and Projecting Confidence What it takes to truly manifest Speak out your dream and create a physical representation. Cedric shares his biggest fear Self-worth plays a vital role in your success. Determination to help other people is a huge motivator. Acknowledge what keeps you going. Gaining confidence in becoming a paid speaker Recognize the time and effort you put in. Position yourself as a friend before sales mode. Build trust through a relationship. It is never about you. Do not give up when facing objections. [25:45 - 39:34] The Blueprint to Success in Speaking Showing your care and intentionality It's not just about the money, but about the life you're trying to build. Cedric gives advice for new speakers Start speaking. Push through despite the difficulty. Parallelisms to exercising muscles Follow through and implement. Utilize opportunities and avenues around you. Speaking as a skill Just like any skill, it entails constant training. [39:35 - 44:05] Final Thoughts Check out Cedric's showcase and book! Connect with Cedric D. Edison – leave a review and comment (links below) Closing thoughts and advice from Cedric and Evolve Key Quotes: “So if we're able to move past fear, we're not only able to change our lives, but able to change other people's lives.” - Evolve Benton “Before you try to work on your business, work on yourself first.” - Cedric D. Edison Connect with Spencer! Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecedspeaks/ Follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedric.edison Check out his book: Cedric Edison: Fearless Connect with Me! Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speaking4profitacademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speaking4profit/ Visit my website https://www.evolvebenton.com/ Follow me on Instagram @EvolveBenton LEAVE A REVIEW + and help someone discover the power in their voice by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!
Cedric discusses his book about growing up in a Southeast San Diego and a deadly incident involving law enforcement. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/robert-wood91/message
This week's podcast series with Dr. Cedric D' Hue, JD, PhD. Dr. D'Hue really helped enlighten us on the importance of all aspects in Patents and Trademarks. Dr. D'Hue practices intellectual property law, focusing on patent prosecution, patentability analysis and life science matters. During our podcast Dr. Cedric really focuses on the importance of why investing in our black youth matters, and why their interest in STEM really plays a huge part in the success of our future. We were able to get more of an understanding of how the legal system is becoming more streamlined, and what barriers Dr. Cedric overcame to create justice in the legal system regarding patents and trademarks. Dr. D' Hue received his Doctor of Philosophy in Analytical Chemistry, along with his Juris Doctorate from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. Dr. D'Hue holds a master's and undergraduate degree in Chemistry. During this interview he brings his background, education and passion together in a way that is easy to understand, and that inspires.
June 28, 2020
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My first podcast/broadcast on my new platform. Today I will begin with: Intro to myself to those that don't know me. Then a light discussion on Opening door to understanding you. Then I will just give you the Cedric D. Sanders experience...
Midday theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck joins Tom on our Friday edition this week with a review of the new Artscentric production of Little Shop of Horrors, a re-imagining of the hit 1982 musical by Howard Ashman (book and lyrics) and Alan Menken (music), which spawned a 1986 hit movie starring Rick Moranis. Both the musical and film were based on the 1960 cult classic by B-movie director Roger Corman, The Little Shop of Horrors.Artscentric's Little Shop of Horrors continues at The Motor House through Aug. 17th.Little Shop tells the story of a nerdy flower-shop worker named Seymour who gets some unexpected help romancing his co-worker, Audrey, from a carnivorous plant from outer space he calls Audrey II. The campy, soul and R----B-laced musical production by Artcentric - the 16-year old Baltimore troupe that calls itself a ----color-conscious---- arts organization - is directed by Kevin S. McAllister (the group's artistic director), with musical direction by Cedric D. Lyles and choreography by Shalyce N. Hemby. The cast includes Ricardo Balgrove as Seymour, Kayla Halo Wheeler as Audrey, and Jhermaine Drakeford as the voice of Audrey II.
It's Thursday, and that means our theater critic, J. Wynn Rousuck, joins us for her weekly review of one of the region's thespian offerings.Today, she spotlights a show about love and loyalty: ArtsCentric's new production of Aida, on stage at the Motor House on North Avenue in Baltimore.This Aida is not the famed Verdi opera, but rather the Disney-produced version (with book by Linda Woolverton, Robert Falls, and David Henry Hwang and tunes by Elton John and Tim Rice), a multiple Tony Award-winning pop musical that premiered on Broadway in 2000 and ran for four years. Like the opera, it tells the tale of forbidden love between a Nubian princess named Aida (played by Awa Sal Secka) and an Egyptian soldier, Radames (played by Jo'Nathan Michael). Radames' engagement to the Pharaoh's daughter, Amneris (played by Kanysha Williams), and Aida's loyalty to her people threaten to tear apart their star-crossed romance.Directed at The Motor House by Kevin S. McAllister, Aida presents a bevy of Elton John/Tim Rice compositions, including ----Elaborate Lives---- and ----The Past Is Another Land,---- and showcases the work of musical director Cedric D. Lyles and choreographer Shalyce N. Hemby.ArtsCentric's production of Aida continues at The Motor House through August 26th.