The Platinum Mask
ThePlatinumMask is a blog and podcast highlighting entrepreneurs, creatives, and influencers navigat
18/01/2023
Kevin Crouch is the Founder and Content Director of Ellis County Weather, LLC, a company devoted to providing forecast information and severe weather coverage for the residents of Ellis County, Texas. Kevin started ECW in 2015 as an experiment, and now operates a family of social media sites that boast over 37,000 followers/subscribers combined. Using his knowledge of Texas weather and communication skills, Kevin provides everything from daily forecast updates to live coverage of severe weather events that allow those in the path of the storm to receive real time updates and warnings. He resides in Waxahachie, Texas with his wife and two sons.
20/12/2022
Mark Baker-Sanchez is the Founder, Editor-In-Chief & Design Director of DONE, a publication created for & by the underrepresented. The magazine challenges Idealistic perceptions and social constructs by highlighting issues of discrimination, raising cultural awareness, and providing a presence for the unknown, forgotten & marginalized. Direct community impact is prioritized through human-centered and co-creative approaches, with the purpose of elevating and empowering the people. DONE finds synthesis with what is and what isn’t deemed socially acceptable to spark dialogue as well as unite divided peoples.
This was a fun collaboration with my guest, Meghan Farmer, on sustainable fashion. We dive into the logistics behind fast fashion, budgeting for a new wardrobe, and new upcoming trends.
29/11/2021
This was a fun chat with about going through pharmacology courses and introducing reading modules. I was able to learn about historical figures, like Marcus Garvey, through our chat. Thank you!
Thank you to for coming up with the recipe behind ThePlatinumMask cocktail. Why start responsibilities on a Monday?
I was happy to moderate a Dallas Global Shapers event where I interviewed top-tier professionals on their respective fields. I want to thank Susana and Imani again for offering insightful answers about Dallas, this pandemic, and other aspects in their businesses. .llc
A highlight from the ongoing interview where we discuss the current environment behind NFTs.
I had a great time speaking with Jacob, where we discussed aspects behind NFTs. .fw
28/05/2021
I got invited to moderated a panel on the diversity and impact in the DFW area. We are highlighting BIPOC businesses in the DFW area that are making an impact in our panel session. Then for our networking session, we are creating a safe and open space where attendees can discuss community issues and ways to solve them through the Global Shaper Platform.
Diversity and Impact in Dallas Dallas Global Shapers presents a conversation on diversity and impact in the DFW area.
Adam von Gootkin brought his family legacy into the next generation by co-founding Onyx Spirits Co., an award-winning craft distillery offering America’s first ultra-premium moonshine and New England’s first whiskey. In 2015, his nationally released book Living Proof: Onyx Moonshine’s Journey to Revive the American Spirit, chronicled his unique approach to traditional business principles. After successfully building Connecticut’s first distillery in over 100years, Adam’s next venture would take him from the Connecticut coast to the rolling grasslands of the English countryside and to one of the most famous homes in the world. Partnering with the Godson to Queen Elizabeth II, the 8th Earl & Countess of Carnarvon, the owners of Highclere Castle (known to millions of fans around the world as the home in the award-winning tv series and motion picture, Downton Abbey). In 2017, Adam co-founded the Highclere Castle Ci**rs Company, produced with world-renowned cigar blender Nicholas Melillo in Nicaragua. The cigar went on to win many awards, with the brand rapidly expanding throughout the US, UK and mainland Europe. Highclere Castle Spirits joined the budding empire the following year, in keeping with Adam’s vision to create a global portfolio of hyper-authentic prestige brands with deep roots. In 2019, the award- winning Highclere Gin became the first of a super-premium line of spirits made from the oats and botanicals grown on Highclere Castle Estate, specifically, lavender planted by the Bishops of Wi******er in the 9th century.
06/04/2021
This was a great conversation about The Bloody Buddy and how that business has made ground-breaking accomplishments during this pandemic.
Sipping on The Blood Buddy by ThePlatinumMask • A podcast on Anchor Buddy Jordan is the creator of Texas’ one and only ready to drink bloody mary, The Bloody Buddy. The Bloody Buddy is a chili pepper infused vodka and homemade bloody mary mix combined in one convenient bottle. Everything is produced at our distillery in Dripping Springs with love. We are preservat...
18/03/2021
Amazing conversation with Merrilee Kick, the CEO of Buzzballz, to discuss cocktails during this pandemic.
ThePlatinumMask: Discussing Cocktails with Merrilee Kick on Apple Podcasts Show ThePlatinumMask, Ep Discussing Cocktails with Merrilee Kick - Mar 16, 2021
22/01/2021
Fun conversation with 4 Da Girlz!
Blogging with 4 Da Girlz - ThePlatinumMask I had the honor to speak with Noelle Pratt, the creator of 4 Da Girlz. Dealing with the ongoing issues of Covid-19, she decided to create a website dedicated to the uplifting and empowerment of women. 4 Da Girlz is a safe space for women and an opportunity to give them a break from their reality. Th...
22/01/2021
This was a great conversation, thank you for giving me insight on Attorneys! I want to thank Caroline Harrison and the insight she gave.
Attorneys During COVID-19 Some advocates have noted that the legal industry hasn’t always been known for its rapid adoption of new policies. Though, this changed in the wake of COVID-19 where stay in place orders required l…
19/01/2021
How's tattooing during this pandemic? I speak to Crystal Rodriguez to get a pulse on the industry.
Tattoo Artists During COVID-19 Scrolling through Instagram pages of local tattoo artists, I began to appreciate the diverse portfolios created in Dallas-owned shops. It made me realize the growing popularity of the tattoo indust…
18/01/2021
Thank you Katie Martini for coming on the blog. She has a great business while maintaining college courses. Check out the link and look into her earrings business.
Katie Martini of Martini Made Company! Today’s highlight goes to Katie Martini of Martini Made Company! Bio: Martini Made Company launched August 2019. While trying to figure out how I wanted to organize my business, I decided to focus …
18/01/2021
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