Playing a pivotal role in revamping the brand, Thornton’s creative vision to make Centric the first network designed for black women has been vital to its success. Thornton believes firmly in mentorship and is committed to leading the next generation of executives. At 26, she began rebuilding her own brand and hired a voice and diction coach, focused on her education and graduated from college at the age of 31. Thornton’s proof that you can push your re-set button at any time.

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