The National Business League

Founded by Dr. Booker T. Washington – August 23, 1900

National Committee Members

Soroya A. Garner, Esq.

Founder & Managing Attorney

Soroya Garner Law

Attorney Garner, a trademark and legacy planning lawyer, is passionately dedicated to helping underserved entrepreneurs safeguard their business, brand, and legacy. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by creative and visionary individuals, Soroya provides expert legal guidance and support. Her unwavering commitment to her clients ensures that their dreams are protected, allowing them to make a lasting impact in their industry. Trust Soroya Garner to navigate the complexities of trademark law and legacy planning, empowering you to build a thriving and enduring business.

 
 
 
 

Anthony "Alfie" Joshua

Creative Director

Nxus Creative

Known professionally as Alfie, Anthony Joshua is a first-generation American multidisciplinary artist, writer, and designer. He grew up in Prince George’s County, Maryland where he honed his visual, literary, and performing arts skills through various mediums while attending Suitland High School.

Alfie attended the Art Institute of Philadelphia where he majored in Animation, learning the principles of filmmaking and visual storytelling; and developing his eclectic artistic voice.

Over the past 10+ years, Alfie has pursued his passion for the arts as an art direction, project management, and motion design experience artist in partnership with various artists and media companies. His works include sculpture, set design, paintings, and film.

Alfie is a member of The Organization of Black Screenwriters, where he works collaboratively with other members to create concepts and scripts for television and film with a wide range of demographic audiences.

Out of these experiences Alfie built his own visual production company, NXUS Media.
Alfie’s past work experience spans projects with cultural institutions, political campaigns, healthcare, arts, and nonprofit organizations; including Hyatt, The Recording Academy, Care AWO, and EOne Entertainment.

Lorenzo Martin

Owner

Locostation, LLC

Lorenzo, the founder of Locostation, LLC, is a full-stack developer, systems integrator, and graphic designer. He provides site and web-based app integration services for ambitious startups, entrepreneurs, and small businesses. With numerous successful campaigns, Lorenzo is exceptional at delivering digital experiences and helps businesses take their web ideas from concept to launch, building everything in between.

As a veteran and former member of the military intelligence community, Lorenzo specialized in electronic warfare intercept and strategic systems integration and support. His unique background translates into creative online strategies, streamlined front-end and back-end programming, effective architecture selection, and intuitive UX/UI design.

As a creative, Lorenzo designs powerful marketing and branding assets, as well as providing video and audio post-production and editing services. His accolades include being a multi-platinum award-winning writer and producer.

Kyona McGhee

Founder

The McGhee Law Firm, PLLC

Kyona is the founder of The McGhee Law Firm, PLLC better known as “Trademark My Stuff”. As a mother of three children and a wife, she graduated as valedictorian of her law school class in May 2018. Prior to graduation, she was already being recognized for her expertise and skill. Kyona was selected to be the teaching assistant while in law school for The Law of Evidence and Professional Ethics and Responsibility courses. She was also named by Ms. JD as a “Woman of the Law” at an event at Harvard Law School in the fall of 2017. Lastly, she is regarded as a leader in the small business community, having been named “Minority Small business Owner of the Year,” by the Flint and Genesee Chamber of Commerce in 2015.

Since founding this firm, Kyona has successfully filed thousands of trademark applications, and held the hands of hundreds of entrepreneurs as they navigate the demands of growing a new business. Kyona now leads a legal team of seven phenomenal women and men helping push the mission of this firm forward every day. 

She been recognized by the American Bar Association, Yahoo, Law Practice Today, NewsNation, and countless other national media outlets.