Meet The Team

Meet the team that makes it happen! For general inquiries, please send us an email at info (at) jswmediagroup (dot) com or call the office to schedule an appointment 704.826.5012.

Jameka S. Whitten- Owner/CEO @JamekaShamae
She is the owner of JSW Media Group, a boutique public relations, marketing and brand management firm focused on the entertainment, fashion and publishing fields. Jameka was the former Co-Founder and Executive Creative Director for SOTAC (State of the Arts & Culture) Magazine (now SOTACi) but resigned at the end of 2007 to pursue opportunities with JSW Media Group. In addition to owning JSW Media Group and serving as CEO, Jameka is the former Chief Operating Officer for Amped 4-A-Cure, Inc, a non-profit organization that supports cancer research through music. She is also a managing partner with the|FASHION HOUSE, a full service fashion agency. Aside from being an entrepreneur, Jameka is a model, actress and speaker available for commercial, editorial, event hosting and television/video assignments. Jameka holds a bachelor’s in Communication Studies with a concentration in Broadcast Journalism from Northwestern University and a Master’s in Organizational Management from University of Phoenix. She is also a blogger: Thoughts On Being Seen… and Diary of A Dating Diva.

Brittani Menina- Event Manager @BrittaniMEvents

Hailing from the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, Brittani brings forth the excitement and skills necessary to plan a successful event. Brittani obtained a bachelor’s degree in Sports/Entertainment/Event Management with a concentration of Event Management from Johnson and Wales University – Charlotte Campus. From Brittani’s experience with several events, she has realized not only is event planning her job it is also her passion. Brittani prides herself on being the epitome of all things logistics. She continues to thrive in this industry by knowing that each event is as unique as the driving force behind it. Her current dream is to pursue graduate school and ultimately become a Certified Special Events Planner. (CSEP)

Brittani also serves as the Charlotte Red Pump Ambassador for The Red Pump Project™ a nonprofit organization that raises awareness about the impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls.

Jessica S. Macks- Senior VP, Business Development @jsmacks1 

Born in Queens, NY but raised in Conway SC, Jessica had a variety of influential people in her life that encouraged her to be the best that she could be.  She has always entertained friends and family members throughout the years. She has an inevitable personality that will always cause you to smile or laugh.  Jessica had a dream of pursuing a career in the entertainment business which led to her graduating from Johnson C. Smith University in 2003 with a BA in Music Business. She’s currently pursuing her Master’s in Vocal Performance at Winthrop University.   Throughout the years she has been able to work as an A&R director of an indie label and sing background for gospel artist such as Patrick Love, Kenny Curry and countless other artists.

Jessica’s extracurricular activities include:  member of the National Association of Black Female Executives in Music and Entertainment (NABFEME), a non-profit professional organization dedicated to the support and empowerment of women of color in recorded music, the media, and related entertainment industry fields; beginner voice teacher; acting with Flipped the Script and On Q Production Agencies.  As a member of Temple Church International, she sings regularly with the praise team and choir. To make sure that the same opportunities, which were granted to her by others, are offered to the younger generation, Jessica also assists as a youth counselor.  Jessica’s will is that people are able to come to see Jesus Christ through laughter and joy, also through the encouragement of the word of God.

Amanda Peralta- Communications Manager @aeperalta1
Addicted to Social Media and PR fanatic, Amanda brings a diverse background in journalism, advertising and public relations to our team. She plays a key role in many of our clients from graphic design to press releases she is willing to do it all to fit the clients needs. Her previous role was a PR assistant at Eric Mower and Associates Charlotte and Editor in Chief for the Western Carolinian, Western Carolina University’s school paper. Amanda earned her BS in Communication/ Public Relations at Western Carolina University along with six years of experience in journalism and two years in advertising.

Pariss Coleman- Assistant to the CEO/PR Coordinator  @ParissMichelle

 Pariss Coleman is a recent graduate of East Carolina University and is currently working towards a career using her skills in PR, social media, leadership and business etiquette. While in college, Pariss was a member of PRSSA for four years and worked at the art gallery and leadership office on campus. She is going to begin graduate school studying Interactive Communications this fall and hopes to be a successful entrepreneur.

 

Ashley Roseboro -Marketing Coordinator @mizzmarketing
Ashley Roseboro is a recent honors graduate from Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte, with a Bachelors degree in Marketing. Ashley’s marketing experience includes a summer of study abroad in Denmark and Sweden, involvement in various student focused organizations on campus, and her current position as a Marketing Assistant for a pathology company, CBLPath. Although originally from Winston-Salem, NC, Ashley has been residing in Charlotte, NC for the past six years. Her favorite things to do in her spare time include relaxing, dining and socializing. Because of her talent and passion for all aspects of marketing, Ashley is a true welcomed addition to the JSW Media Group family!

Brittany Hill-Public Relations Coordinator @bquianna

Brittney Hill, more commonly known as Brittney Quianna, is originally from Los Angeles, CA and raised in both Tucson, AZ and Winston-Salem, NC. Brittney is a recent graduate of  UNC Charlotte with a bachelor’s degree in Mass Media Communications with a minor in Film. Brittney is a model and aspiring actress represented by Wilhelmina-Evolution based in Charlotte and LA.

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