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Those initial opportunities are crucial for artists
looking to develop. You’re a community-driven
person.
I possess a strong ability to identify and nurture talent.
Several individuals have passed through my mentorship,
and by "industry standards," some might perceive them as
more successful than me. However, what my shows
offered was an incredibly fertile ground for talent
development. I'm merely extending the same opportunity
that I once received. I'm not the sole person engaged in
this endeavor; my mentor, Ralph Farquhar, established
this nurturing environment. The best way for me to
express my gratitude to him is by paying it forward. I
consistently acknowledge his influence, along with Sara
Finney-Johnson, Debbie Allen, and others who preceded
me and continue to make their mark in the industry.
I appreciate that you and others are doing this.
Nowadays, there’s always this perceived glorification
of being the