II Magazine

05/18/2026

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📷: Tyrone Wilkes

03/05/2026

Throwback Thursday.

Reflecting on an incredible evening of film, fashion, powerful dialogue, and community at I Am Successful… Unfolding.

This experience was created to celebrate storytelling, individuality, and the power of Black men defining success on their own terms.

Grateful to every model, panelist, designer, creative, and supporter who helped bring this vision to life.

The work continues.
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Video: Crane House Film
MC: Ryan Jor-El
Spoken Word: Dasan Ahanu
Designers: Honor Rebels & Fashionable Que Ctr
Venue: The Cookery – Durham

02/13/2026

🚨 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

I’m honored to share that BLK & Bold Coffee is now officially supporting I Am Successful… Unfolding.

VIP guests will receive curated swag bag items featuring one of the leading Black-owned coffee brands in the country.

We are now in the FINAL PHASE leading up to February 22 and community support means everything right now.

I Am Successful… is a cinematic fashion and storytelling experience highlighting resilience, transformation, and leadership through the stories of formerly incarcerated Black men.

VIP seating is limited.

Secure your seat here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-am-successfulunfolding-tickets-1972140794204?aff=oddtdtcreator

02/02/2026

I Am Successful… Unfolding was born from the experience of being judged before being known and has grown into a space honoring Black men whose stories deserve to be seen, heard, and celebrated.

This image brings together the heart of this work: Black excellence. Black resilience. Black legacy. Not just who we appear to be, but who we are becoming.

📍 Sunday, February 22, 2026
📍 The Cookery | Durham, NC
🕐 1:00–5:00 PM

Tickets are available now.
If you’ve been following the journey, this is the moment to witness it in person.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-am-successfulunfolding-tickets-1972140794204?aff=oddtdtcreator

(Donation option available if you’re unable to attend)

This is more than an event.
It’s a declaration.
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01/31/2026

I Am Successful… Unfolding — A Story of Purpose

Meet Henry Edwards II-Creator and Founder

Being judged without my story became the spark behind I Am Successful… and a mission to redefine success beyond appearances.

Click the link below for tickets ⬇️

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-am-successfulunfolding-tickets-1972140794204?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/28/2026

I Am Successful… Unfolding — A Story of Purpose

Meet Dennis Gaddy.
Success is knowing there’s life after prison.

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-am-successfulunfolding-tickets-1972140794204?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/24/2026

I Am Successful… Unfolding — A Story of Purpose

Meet Henry “Tommy” Green. “Once, the government housed me. Now they pay my salary.”

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-am-successfulunfolding-tickets-1972140794204?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/17/2026

I Am Successful… Unfolding — A Story of Purpose

Meet Edward Scott.
For him, success isn’t about money — it’s about freedom.

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-am-successfulunfolding-tickets-1972140794204?aff=oddtdtcreator

12/30/2025

Nia — We build with intention, we rise with purpose.

Honor the principle by pouring into work that restores, uplifts, and transforms our community.

🎁 Give a ticket as a gift — and/or come experience it yourself.

👇🏾 Link below.

An inspiring celebration of Black men overcoming adversity, sharing stories of growth, purpose, and success as they continue unfolding.

11/28/2025

This vision is rooted in identity, transformation, and purpose.
Tickets are now LIVE.
Click the link in my bio or scan the QR code to secure your seat.
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