This year’s Essence Festival wasn’t just about music, it was about moments. And many of those moments reminded us of the quiet power and deep beauty of friendship.

How Nika Samples Turned Silent Shame Into a Movement of Healing, Power, and Feminine Wisdom

At RDC Magazine, we pride ourselves on highlighting individuals whose lives are powered by purpose and legacy. Few embody that spirit more than John Wesley Hollins, Jr., a man whose unwavering commitment to community, youth empowerment, and business excellence makes him nothing short of a force in the city of Atlanta.

When John Wesley Hollins, Jr. walks into a room, he doesn’t just bring a presence; he brings decades of impact, stitched into every stride like the seams of a well-worn baseball glove.