This initiative, known as I am Blackness is an online venture which seeks to highlight and honor people of color who have chosen career paths outside the stereotypical box of sports and entertainment.

These vehicles could also serve as an invaluable tool in the shaping of black expression. Jennifer Grogono, vice president of ON Networks, agrees: "It is an opportunity for African Americans to showcase just how heterogeneous they are."

I originally highlighted this wholly imperative and prescient series on our blog as it intentionally focuses on the positive aspects of Black movers/shakers-no stereotypes included.