Meet Our Team

If you want to learn more about us, you’re in the right place. Read to learn how we managed to grow our business so fast.

Ladale "The Fashionisto" Nesmith

Ladale is the founder and CEO of Ground Up Media Productions. Ladale has a decade of experience as a journalist, editor, Social Media Strategist, and PR specialist. Ladale prides himself on being a captivating screen writer who writes characters that are deeply flawed just trying to make the best of their situation in a flawed world.

Kayode "Kaylo" Lowo

Kaylo has a decade of experience as a web designer, product designer, brand marketer, cinematographer  and design consultant. His mission is to create meaningful design and video production experiences that can impede change and innovation.

 

Hassan Alameedi

Hassan is a strong believer that at the forefront of every good story is a test of growth in each character. Each character has their own destiny that will lead to different outcomes, for better or worse. That’s the type of mindset Hassan tries to build the essence of his creativity upon. The characters in his projects tend to have a willingness to excel and achieve greatness as those are the core values at the heart of being a human being. Ever since he was a child, Hassan has wanted to reach the same outcomes as his characters’ story arcs; which stems from the curiosity to learn and excel.

Donovan "D.onniie" Wilkins

 Donovan “D.onniie” Wilkins is a journalist, photographer,and author. Born and raised in the heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, hard work and dedication to the craft is something he takes pride in. Along with visual and written media, D.onniie has expanded into audio media, co-hosting three podcasts (sports, music, and film) and a weekly radio show. Storytelling through written creative words and passionate imagery continues to be at the forefront of D.onniie’s career.

Marie Guidemann

Marie Guidemann is a journalist, PR Specialist, and Social Media strategist from Mulhouse, France. Marie loves everything related to media, fashion, art, and music. She is a master strategist who is fond of creating new content and interviewing artists from across the globe in various mediums.