YONKERS ARTS Ray Wilcox & Natalie Talk about it with Franjez Episode 33

Franjez is joined by two incredible guests: Natalie from The Least Favored Podcast and the esteemed Ray Wilcox, the Executive Director of Yonkers Arts. Ray, a seasoned brand strategist, marketing professional, and community leader, shares his journey and insights in this engaging conversation. 🎓 Ray's Academic Journey: From graduating with a BA in Business Administration and a minor in English at Lehman College to his DJ days at Pace University, Ray's academic and extracurricular achievements set the stage for a remarkable career. 🎨 Yonkers Arts and Beyond: Ray delves into the world of Yonkers Arts, explaining the Power Lab and the dynamics of being part of a non-profit organization. Learn about Ray's role as the Director of Community Development at The Plant and his impactful years as the Founder of Defiany Media Group. 💡 Insights and Advice: Discover Ray's takeaways from Lehman College, his college radio experience, and his thoughts on the value of college for everyone. As a community leader, Ray sheds light on his responsibilities and shares his love for cookies, providing a glimpse into his personal and professional life. 🏀 Balancing Act: Ray reflects on his achievements, being on the dean's list and winning basketball championships at Pace University. He shares insights into his physical health routine, dietary habits, and the strategies he employs for mental well-being. 🎧 Tune in for an Informative and Inspirational Episode! Whether you're a student, a professional, or someone passionate about community development, this episode offers valuable insights and engaging anecdotes. Join the conversation with Franjez, Natalie, and Ray as they explore the multifaceted aspects of life, education, and community leadership.   SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0X9wm34L4LaJIhp08vUlRh   APPLE PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talk-about-it-with-franjez/id1701638303   Contact: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AnyStateOfMine https://www.instagram.com/YonkersArts https://www.instagram.com/OhYeahNatalie https://www.instagram.com/TheLeastFavored https://www.instagram.com/franjez Email: [email protected]   Website:   Franjez.com YonkersArts.org   Ray Wilcox, Brand Strategist, Marketing Professional, yonkers ny Community, Lehman College Graduate, Pace University Alumnus, Yonkers Arts, Non-Profit Organization, Power Lab, making the Deans List, chocolate chip Cookie Lover, Podcast Interview, podcast show, new york podcast, yonkers podcast, talk about it with franjez podcast, dmx exhibit, earl dmx simmons #yonkerspodcast #newyorkpodcast #RayWilcox #BrandStrategist #MarketingProfessional #CommunityLeader #LehmanCollege #PaceUniversity #YonkersArts #NonProfitOrganization #PowerLab #CookieLover #chocolatechipcookies #mentalhealthinsights #physicalhealth #CollegeExperience #earlsimmons #dmx #yonkersnewyork