We get into some of the more complex water issues we have seen in the media and some that we may not have even heard about. Mississippi was a topic of conversation. That is a poorly run state for people of color on so many fronts. Mike had a very interesting breakdown of the issues in that state.
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Who is Tonya McKenzie?
As the founder of Sand & Shores, Tonya McKenzie brings more than 20 years of experience in media relations, marketing, and client relations. One of her first major professional accomplishments was raising over a million dollars to open a new YMCA in Northern California. She was named to her first County Commission for Contra Costa County and now serves as a Los Angeles County Commissioner of Alcohol and Other Drugs.
Tonya launched Sand & Shores and published Real Estate Agent Magazine in 2016. She now hosts 2 successful podcasts. You can find Mrs. McKenzie highlighted in the book, "AMAZING MOMS: Parents of the 21st Century". She is the author of "A Child's Memories of Cartoons & Murder", a memoir discussing her own (adverse childhood experiences) A.C.E.s. She is a graduate of California State University, Northridge where she was elected as a student Senator. Currently, Tonya serves as the Past President of the North Redondo Beach Business Association. She is the first African American woman elected to the Board of Directors of the Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce, holds a seat on the Redondo Beach Police Department Community Engagement Board, and The City of Redondo Beach GPAC. She serves as the Vice President of Black Public Relations Society - Los Angeles and on the Board of Directors for Better Youth. Tonya was named as the Redondo Beach Woman of the Year in 2021 and continues to proudly serve her community, Los Angeles County, and the Culture.
Tonya McKenzie is available for speaking engagements, workshop moderation, training, and event hosting opportunities.
