“One thing that specifically stands out about Corner to Corner is that this is a network of people who want you to win.  There is no way that you can lose when you are a part of this network.  Being a part of this community gives you the spirit to go out and get it, to feel undefeated and able, to have unyielding focus. All of that’s possible because of Corner to Corner and the support they show.” Jaffee Judah

When Jaffee Judah came through The Academy, he wanted to make a difference in his community.  

Since graduating and launching Recycle Reinvest, his nonprofit has gone above and beyond to bring positive change to Nashville. 

He’s hosted neighborhood clean ups, provided programming for community youth, and partnered with other organizations to increase impact.  

Watch Jaffee’s full testimonial here.  

Cintoria Franklin, owner and founder of Pass the Beauty Café and LLC, has overcome many personal obstacles – domestic violence, suicide, and mental health struggles in general. Speaking from experience, Cintoria knows the importance of affirming words, supportive community, and the ability to overcome through love.  

Which is where her idea for Pass the Beauty started. 

As a decades-long hair stylist, she would connect on a deep level with her clients, hearing their stories, their highs and lows. She knew she wanted to be able to serve her clients in a more personal way, beyond a beautiful new hair style. 

“I wanted to give them what they deserved, I wanted to be able to Pass the Beauty to them, to open their minds to the beauty that can be possible through self-love.” 

Cintroria saw so many friends going through The Academy, and as a life-long student always curious to learn more about business, she enrolled. 

“Corner to Corner taught me the power of networking. I met so many amazing people with amazing stories through this program. And even though some of us were afraid to pursue their dreams, I was amazed to see that even the simplest things, like learning how to pitch your business, could [instill confidence] in us. [The Academy] helped us realize we could do this, we could learn how to market ourselves and our businesses.” 

Pass the Beauty celebrates love and the clarity of self-love. From the moment you walk in to the moment you leave, you’re surrounded by loving energy, good music, flowers, words of affirmation, and healthy, nourishing food. 

While her café provides a physical space for her community to connect, Cintoria’s nonprofit provides resources to her community; passing her knowledge and resources to her neighbors, sharing what she can to help them better their lives.  

Watch Cintoria’s full interview here.