Gainesville Top Influencer Awards 2023: Commemorating Local Heroes

Press release from Gainesville Top Influencer Awards Organizing Committee
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The excitement is mounting as the Gainesville Top Influencer Awards (GTIA) gears up for its highly anticipated third annual celebration, spanning the entire month of December. Spearheaded by R.L Bryant & Jonathan Banks, Gainesville’s Blockchain Developers & Media Moguls, the GTIA distinguishes itself by honoring influencers deeply ingrained in the local community.
Profiles of this year’s honorees can be found on the GTIA Council Facebook Page.
- Kyle A. Green Sr. Award, a prestigious award for outstanding dedication and service to the community
- Kendrick “Kodak” Hill
- Kiss 105.3
- Jonathan Smith
- 98.9 Jamz
- Tyrone Baker
- Special recognition: Willie Gary Esq.
- Sustainability: recognizing leaders promoting environmental and social responsibility
- Bakari McClendon
- Swarthy Gnv
- Ronnie Nix
- Business owner: honoring entrepreneurs shaping industries and economies
- Derrick Waldon
- Edward Lavagnino
- Eric Harris, Jr.
- Queneller Renee
- Shawndria L. Dennison
- Influencer: acknowledging individuals driving positive change and impact
- Eric Elo Lopez
- Felicia Walton
- Katie McKnight
- Marcus Robinson
- Podcast show: celebrating outstanding voices shaping conversations in the digital space
- Devin McKnight
- Mandatory Rec Podcast
- Anthony Re’shod Ray
- Sports Media: highlighting excellence in sports journalism and media
- Matt Surrency
- Elite Student Athlete League
- Shot By Coach
- Musician: applauding artists who inspire and entertain through their craft
- Akinola Yai
- Purple Kloud
- Azazus
- Top Event Space: recognizing those creating spaces for memorable experiences
- Tara J’s Weddings & Events
- Depot Village
- Alehlehlu
- Cotton Club Museum
- The GoodBread Farm
- Food Truck: commending culinary excellence and exceptional dining experiences
- Vegan Gator
- Swamp Religion
- Creatives: honoring innovators across various artistic disciplines
- Jae Ling
- Yvonne Ferguson
- Zazzy Kreations
- Keturah Acevedo
- Community Change Agent: recognizing individuals making a significant impact on local communities
- Desmon Duncan-Walker
- DeJeon Cain
- The Long Foundation
- Health & Beauty: celebrating talent and creativity in the beauty industry
- Jet Carter
- Legacy Styles Beauty
- Journalist: acknowledging excellence in reporting and storytelling
- Voleer Thomas
- Cleveland Tinker
- Realtor: recognizing professionals shaping the real estate landscape
- Keelan Cox
- Lucy Mardy
- Craig Wilburn
- Education: recognizing those dedicated to shaping minds, fostering knowledge, and contributing to the advancement of education within our community
- Audrey Baker
- Diyonne McGraw
- Curtis Peterson
- Faith Leaders: honoring individuals making a positive impact within faith communities
- Pastor Margaret Dennison
- Pastor Shirley Watts
- Bishop Lionel Walker
- Hairstylist: celebrating creativity and skill in hair design
- Dennayce Mavin
- Doc McCann
- Coaches: recognizing leaders in sports coaching and mentorship
- Willie Jackson, Jr.
- Zechariah “6ixx” Wilson
- Earick Williams
- Barbers: applauding talent and craftsmanship in the barbering industry
- Farouk Kamma
- Boomie Wilson [Tribute Award]
- So Sharp Barbershop
- Nurses: honoring compassionate and dedicated healthcare professionals
- Tereasa Banks [Tribute Aware]
- Recording Studio: celebrating excellence in the music production and recording industry
- 6 O’clock Studios
- Pulp Arts
- Thespian: celebrating excellence in the theater, film production, and acting industry
- Eddie Wilson
- Todd Mitchell, Jr.
- Star Center Theater
- Kendric “10” Williams
- Travel Agency
- Royal Tendencies Travel
About Gainesville Top Influencer Awards (GTIA)
The GTIA council is a fusion of both the community at large and past award recipients, ensuring a comprehensive and authentic recognition process.
Initially conceived as a pivotal presentation at the Gainesville Gala, benefiting the UF Health Arts and Medicine program, the GTIA council has undergone a transformative journey. Adapting to the landscape of events driven solely by popularity and financial contributions, the council redefined its approach. The awards transitioned from online voting to a meticulous research-based methodology, gathering insights directly from the community through engaging conversations, purposeful meetings, and insightful inquiries.
This year’s celebration introduces a special honorary recognition award presented by Kyle A. Green Sr. of QS4. This innovative approach allows the community to acknowledge influencers in the very settings where their impact is felt daily, establishing a deeper connection with our community at large.
They also honored a member of the incompetent ACSB and a city commissioner, also incompetent.
I haven’t been “influenced” by any of them, and haven’t even heard of most of them. ” . . . the GTIA has undergone a transformative journey . . . insightful inquiries” is New Age bombast admitting that they switched from online voting to authoritarian dubbing.
For Excellence in Journalistic integrity.
Alachua Chronicle