We had the good fortune of connecting with Donesia Dawson and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Donesia, what’s the most important lesson your business/career has taught you?
The Most Important lesson running a business has taught me is patience. A lot of us think that we can start a new business and just wake up a success story over night, but it actually takes a lot of hard work and dedication.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I’ve been a self taught designer for as long as i can remember. I’ve always loved fashion and sketching new designs. I enjoyed Customizing my own clothing. It wasn’t easy getting where i am today due to overcoming discouragement and stress of standing out. But i work hard towards my goals everyday. I want the world to know that this isn’t just a clothing line. This Brand will one day be apart of a bigger agenda to give back to the community by creating a safe space for young and adolescent men.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Im New to Atlanta myself I Was actually born and raised in Delaware. But i love Atlanta the city is so full of culture and so full of life. I’d recommend Hanging Out at Atlanta Skyline Park or the Ponce City Market there is much to do. I Would Recommend The Real Milk and Honey for For Food. They have The Best Crabcakes.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
This Shoutout story would be dedicated to my Four Kings Kingston(6),Nymere(9), Kay’Sir(9),and Kenneth(10). The Inspiration from the name comes directly from them. The Motivation came knowing i was going to create generational wealth for my children. I have the chance to build something that they can call their own.

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