They say “if you’re doing what you love, then its not work.” Well this man took his passion added drive and took off. He’s a nationally recognized spoken word artist and has many accolades such as the Chicago Music award he’s won multiple years consecutively. President and Founder of P.O.E.T.
He is always mentoring, guiding and giving. He’s a community activist, lead stop the violence marches and promoted unity in city schools. We want to proudly announce the recipient of the YODK Reign award De’andre Hawthorne Aka Blaq Ice!