ASPIRATIONS

Ronald is a pastor, speaker, and multi-talented musician and singer with a deep passion for inspiring others through faith and creativity. With a background in acting, he has graced both the stage and screen, bringing stories to life with authenticity and emotion. His love for the arts has always intertwined with his ministry, using music and performance to connect with audiences on a profound level. Now, as he prepares to step back into acting for an upcoming short film, Ronald is excited to merge his experience and faith-driven storytelling to create a powerful and meaningful performance.

Anthony Means is an actor known for his compelling performances and his ability to bring a strong sense of realism and connection to his characters. His diverse experience spans film, television, and the stage, showcasing a profound commitment to impactful storytelling.

On screen, Anthony has been seen in the feature films Enemy Territory, where he portrayed TJ, and Streets of Gold, appearing as a street tough. His television credits include the pilot episode of Enemy Territory, which evolved into Season 1, Episode 6, "Everybody's Favorite Bag Man," where he played the character Simoniz. A skilled stage performer, Anthony took on the role of Man in the Hat in The Mickey Grant Story, performed with The Mickey Grant Ensemble at Canaan Baptist Church of Christ. His foundational training was honed at the Harbor School of Performing Arts. Beyond his acting credits, Anthony is also recognized for his professional presence in front of the camera, having been featured modeling in a video magazine for Panasonic. His versatile skill set includes proficiency in various dialects, athletics (swimming and basketball), dance improvisation, and vocalizations. Anthony Means can be found on IMDb.

Kathi never set out to be a director, a producer, or a casting director. She simply wanted to write dazzling screenplays full of snappy dialogue, intricate plots, and draw-dropping historical fiction movies about extraordinary women. But Hollywood, in all its wisdom, clearly has other plans for her. After years of watching her scripts disappear into the development void— where they house themselves in her computer, on her desk, on the kitchen table, on the living room couch, and in her dreams... Kathi had the epiphany that if she wanted to see her stories on screen, she had to do the unthinkable: make them herself. Her first three films, “No Monster in the Closet,” “Peanut Butterdrop Ice Cream,” and “Sunday,” she was able to produce financially quite quickly, but today the success of her new film. “Aspirations,” she is relying on the kindness of friends, family, strangers, and the grace of God. Thank you for your generosity!

Rojonna Luv, a native of New Haven, CT, has been a creative force since the age of one, when she first began exploring the world of Dance. With a foundation in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Tap, Hip Hop, West African, and Musical Theater, Rojonna’s artistic journey unfolded naturally. Throughout her youth, she honed her craft at Art schools and Theater camps, igniting a deep passion for ACTING, WRITING, and ENTERTAINING. Rojonna’s desire to push the boundaries of storytelling led her to study filmmaking at Richard Lawson Studios, and she recently graduated from NYU’s prestigious Tisch School of the Arts Film & TV program, further developing her skills in both Film and Television. 
Self-described as an *ARTIVIST*, Rojonna has written, directed, and produced both short and feature films, while also owning and operating her very own Dance Studio. She is now expanding her expertise in the entertainment world with Disney Theatrical Group, where she’s a key part of the production team. With boundless creativity and ambition, Rojonna is thrilled to be contributing her talents to the upcoming *Aspirations* film, where she looks forward to playing a pivotal role in bringing this exciting project to life.

Robin P. Hemmings holds a BA in Theatre Dance with Honors and a Master of Education (MEd). However, Robin has been a clothing and costume designer since her earlier days in high school, where her focus of study was clothing and architectural design. She has created garments for her personal use and clients and created costumes for the arts departments at school, dance studios, and theatre houses throughout the New York City tri-state. She also has her own line of crocheted outerwear accessories and home designs that show off her personal style. Robin's flair and passion for fashion can be seen in all the design projects she takes part in. As part of the Aspirations team as the costume designer, Robin is thrilled to be able to share her vision of incorporating costumes that will capture the essence of the film's time period. Her eye for costume embodies this ability, bringing the viewer closer to the characters of the Aspirations.

Niara Niles is a Brooklyn-based artist and recent graduate of the SUNY Purchase Film Conservatory. Her work centers around the human experience, primarily focusing on emotional connection and interpersonal relationships. She's had a passion for storytelling since the age of 7, and her goal is to create relatable art that can be shared across all platforms.

Petol Weekes is the founder and producer of Glass Flower Films. Originally from the island of Trinidad and Tobago, Petol came to New York with the sole purpose of pursuing acting, which she did in small theatre productions. She was cast in the Infinite Variety Production of 'A Piece of My Heart' by Shirley Lauro, which took her on an unexpected path. With IVP, she quickly became involved in producing and stayed with the company as an actress and co-producer of the play 'These Shining Lives' by Melanie Marnich and a co-producer of Eclipsed by Elizabeth Brogan and 'Censored on Final Approach' by Phyllis Ravel.

Petol realized her true passion when she was given an opportunity to work as a Line Producer on Orion Studios award-winning short film 'Metal Gear.’ She went on to write, direct, and produce the short film "Glass Flowers," which screened at various festivals in New York and Los Angeles.

She then branched out on her own by creating the production company Glass Flower Films LLC, which has a variety of projects at various stages of production, such as the Web series ‘The My Take Show’ and ‘Facts and 2 Cents’, Short Films “Glass Flowers’ and ‘Loving Billy' and Documentaries.

I am a recent graduate of City College of Technology, CUNY, with a focus on the dynamic field of production, particularly in stage production. I serve as the Head of Video at Apollo Stages at the Victoria Theatre, where I have been for over a year. In this role, I have worked with a diverse range of clients, gaining hands-on experience in camera operation, logistical coordination, and video editing. While I have thoroughly enjoyed my time in this position, I am eager to expand my skill set and further immerse myself in all aspects of production. Additionally, I am proud to be part of Aspiration Productions on our upcoming project, Aspirations, and I look forward to delivering the final product that resonates with and is enjoyed by audiences of all kinds.