Emily Michaels is a part time writer interested in the ways that fashion and beauty impact our lives and our understanding of humanity. She is the owner and creative director of ESKM Collections, a contemporary womenswear brand inspired by authenticity and dressing with a childlike sense of freedom. Michaels has a degree in fashion merchandising from TCU and a graduate degree in fashion design from Parsons. In addition, she also enjoys fiction writing and is currently in the process of trying to sell her cartoon concept based on the greek gods of ancient mythology.
Taifa Smith Butler is president of Demos. Texas residents Christina Quintero and Debra Walker are members of TOP and alumnae of the Boards and Commissions Leadership Institute.
Dave Manning is a content creation professional with a background in multiple forms of media and communications. As a former university publications editor, staff, and freelance writer, he has created content for newspapers, magazines, and online media sites.
He has also created content, both written and digital, for small businesses, global corporations, and nonprofit organizations. Aside from being a regular contributor to RA News, he is currently working on a novel for digital publication.
