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Follower of Jesus | Husband
Founder Maponga Studios | @afrolandtv
Producer | Actor

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We’ve never built our business by waiting for permission.

Our history has been rooted in identifying Black creators, producers and entrepreneurs early, partnering with them, putting real opportunity behind them, and helping turn talent into businesses, brands and ownership.

That is how we see the vertical market now.

A new category is forming. New platforms are emerging. New economics are being created. And while a lot of people are still trying to figure out where they fit, CODEBLACK + HARTBEAT are already operating inside the marketplace, building relationships, producing at scale and creating a pipeline with Black-owned production companies and creators.

That distinction matters.

We are not interested in being invited into somebody else’s ecosystem after the rules have already been written. We want to help write the rules.

We don’t ask for a seat at the table.

We build the table.

Then we bring creators, producers and entrepreneurs with us.

Because the real opportunity isn’t just getting Black stories on screen. It’s making sure Black-owned companies, Black producers and Black entrepreneurs participate in the economics, the IP and the long-term value being created around those stories.

That has always been the mission.

The platforms change. The formats change. The business models change.

The strategy doesn’t.

Build.
Partner.
Own.
Scale.

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This spring, I had the opportunity to work with @mapongastudios x Kevin Hart’s @therealhartbeat production as Head of Wardrobe + Props for their new microdrama, Mirrors, starring @rachelleshow & @idayabello 🎬✨

This project took a lot of hard work, grit, and long days, but I had so much fun working alongside so many amazing filmmakers, creatives, cast, and crew. It was such a rewarding experience to watch everything come to fruition and see the story come to life on set.

A huge thank you to @emily.dejesuss and @michaelmaponga for giving me the opportunity to be part of this project, and to the entire cast and crew for being so supportive throughout the process. 🖤

Make sure to watch Mirrors on @atwistofficial OUT NOW! 🎥

#mircodrama #filmmaker #costumedesigner #AntiStyledIt

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CIRCLE OF LIES: Five estranged friends. One remote cabin. $5 million each. Then the doors lock buried secrets start coming out.

Streaming now on aTwist 📺 Download the app. Link 🔗 below 👇

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When your twin steals your life, how far would you go to get it back?

🎬: Mirror out September 24th on @atwistofficial

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Five friends. $5 million. 48 hours to survive.

🎬: Circle of Lies out September 24th on @atwistofficial

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The people make it worthwhile pt.2

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Looking for your next movie night streaming pick?

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🎬 GRATEFUL TO BE PART OF STREAMING SUMMIT 2026

Honored to join an incredible group of creators, platform leaders, producers, and industry voices at Streaming Summit 2026 in Newark.

As President of In The Black Network, I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of “From Creator to Platform: Navigating the New Entertainment Landscape” and contribute to the conversation around the future of streaming, independent creators, and expanding opportunities for our stories to reach global audiences.

Thank you @j.charlesgibsoniii, the Streaming Innovation Alliance @streamingia and the Newark International Film Festival @newarkiff for the invitation and for creating this important space.

📅 September 10 | 📍 Newark, NJ

Looking forward to connecting, building, and representing In The Black Network. 🎬 @intheblacknetwork

#StreamingSummit2026 #InTheBlackNetwork #StreamingInnovationAlliance #NewarkInternationalFilmFestival #Streaming

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🎬 The conversation is taking shape.

Following our Save the Date, we’re excited to share the program for Streaming Summit 2026, coming to Newark on Thursday, September 10.

Presented by the Streaming Innovation Alliance (SIA) as part of the Newark International Film Festival, the Summit will bring together creators, independent streaming platforms, industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders across the media ecosystem to explore how streaming is reshaping the creative economy — from New Jersey and New York to audiences around the world.

The afternoon will feature:
🎤 Opening Remarks on the evolution of streaming, innovation, audience choice, and expanding opportunities for creators
🔥 A Fireside Chat: Building Creative Ecosystems Beyond Hollywood, featuring Mignon Clyburn, Kenneth Gifford, and James DuBose
🎬 From Creator to Platform: Navigating the New Entertainment Landscape, featuring an incredible group of creators, platform founders, producers, and industry voices
🌎 Conversations about empowering emerging talent, strengthening regional creative economies, connecting local stories with global audiences, and advancing a strong, sustainable, and innovative streaming ecosystem.

And we’ll close out the afternoon with a networking reception bringing together the Summit community.

📅 Thursday, September 10, 2026
📍 Equal Space | 17 Academy Street, Newark, NJ
⏰ Program | 3:00–5:30 PM ET
🥂 Networking Reception | 5:30–7:00 PM ET

Hosted as part of the Newark International Film Festival, with support from @motionpictures.

Registration is FREE! Summit attendees will also receive a complimentary pass to the 11th Annual Newark International Film Festival.

👉 Register through the Eventbrite link on the Newark International Film Festival page.

Swipe through to see the full program and meet the speakers and participants joining us.
#StreamingSummit2026 #StreamingInnovationAlliance #Streaming #NewarkNJ #FilmAndTV

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🎬 SAVE THE DATE!

Streaming Summit 2026 is coming to Newark!

The @streamingia is bringing together creatives, platforms, industry leaders, and key stakeholders from across the New Jersey and New York region for a conversation about the future of streaming and storytelling.

From local creators to global audiences, streaming is transforming how stories are created, distributed, and discovered — opening new opportunities for storytellers and creative communities here at home and around the world.

📅 Thursday, September 10, 2026
⏰ 3:00–5:30 PM ET
📍 Newark, New Jersey
🥂 Networking Reception | 5:30–7:00 PM ET

Hosted as part of the @newarkiff with support from @motionpictures

Details and registration coming soon.

#StreamingSummit2026 #StreamingInnovationAlliance #Streaming #Storytelling #Creator

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So full after this weekend, showered with so much love from friends and family. I can’t thank my sister and mom enough for the planning and labor of love that went into everything. And to everyone who came out, drove, or flew in, thank you. We are truly rich in love.

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