Check out Tashawn Fambro Jr from Warren, Ohio. This 6’5′ emerging freshman has been creating a buzz. Since the season started, the Howland Tigers have started the new power forward. One of the highlights is his 22 point, 11 rebound, 10 assists game against the Boardman Spartans, the young power has begun to gain the attention from teams across the state of Ohio. Looking up to star players like Lebron James, Anthony Edwards, Kyrie Irving, and Kevin Durant you can see how they have inspired his game. In his spare time Tashawn likes to play video games, some of his favorite games are NBA 2K, Madden, and Rainbow Six Siege. In the next 5 years he would like to play college basketball for some of his favorite schools like Ohio State, Duke, North Carolina, and Michigan . Growing up playing in the Boys and Girls Club Fambro Jr has a giving heart so it’s important for him to always give back to his community.

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Our CTO, Obawole (Wole) Idowu, was honored by Carnegie Mellon’s Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship for his innovative gamified learning platform. Developed alongside his father, this platform integrates STEAM concepts into interactive experiences, equipping Gen Z learners with resources, mentorship, and tools to thrive in today’s workforce.

Wole Idowu Talks Entrepreneurship
Generation Z has recently joined the workforce, marking a new era of growth and challenges. Employers have already identified a generational skill gap that could potentially result in trillions in lost revenue. The tech industry already suffers from a lack of diversity that may be exacerbated by this expanding gap. To ensure that no one is left behind in the Intelligence Age, Toyz Electronics is gamifying STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) education.

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Founded in 2014, Toyz Electronics combines gaming, a marketplace and online learning platforms all into one immersive platform. By gamifying learning, upskilling diverse prospects, and offering mentoring relationships and career opportunities, Toyz teaches students how to start their journey and to also tell their story in the process. The company has received several accolades, such as being a MIT Solve finalist for Anti-Racist Technology and runner-up in the Richard King Mellon Foundation pitch competition. In 2022, the company raised a $500,000 seed round.

The father and son duo behind Toyz, Damola and Wole Idowu, are both highly educated engineers, creatives and entrepreneurs who believe that a lack of diversity in the talent pipeline is a primary concern within the generational skill gap.

“We’re multigenerational black engineers who both got our starts at elite universities — me at Syracuse, and Wole at Carnegie Mellon,” Damola said. “I studied mechanical engineering and economics; he studied electrical and computer engineering. What we’re doing with Toyz is democratizing what I did for Wole.”

As Wole grew up, Damola took great care to diversify his education and life experiences. Wole started learning Mandarin at the age of 4, and was raised in Washington, D.C., as well as Appalachia.

Wole said, “I always tell people, ‘How did you get a kid from inner city D.C. to Carnegie Mellon at 15?’ He’s pitching his ideas on CNBC, FFT and a 20-under-20 competition with the PayPal Mafia; then he’s working at EA and multiple Fortune 500 companies; then he gets a degree in Electrical Computer Engineering, with two business minors. He gets venture-backed and has a startup [Toyz] at the Carnegie Mellon Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship.’ I’m like, ‘That’s me! And my dad!’”

As seen on CNBC 20 under 20 Obawole Idowu lightning round pitch. A15 year old, Wole graduates High School and pitches invention idea to Peter Thiel Foundation as a finalist for the 20 most gifted under the age of 20. This pitch is for his vision to make smartphone devices available to the 1.5 billion people without electricity via using sustainable technology and energy-efficient components.

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Toyz envisions a future where this digital divide no longer exists. Bridging the gap is no easy feat – fittingly, Toyz is using superheroes on its mission to achieve this. With the Superhero Rap platform, students can create their own personas, superheroes with powers related to their potential interests within the tech world. Wole explained that Superhero Rap is based on Idealism, asking students what it is that they want beyond themselves.

Hyundai factory in the Dah-Varsity Game.
Hyundai factory in the Dah-Varsity Game.
The Superhero Rap concept has already demonstrated success in helping entire communities tell their stories through the Dah-Varsity Game. Students have utilized this platform to showcase their skills, improve their articulation, and gain better opportunities for college pathways and employment. Through user-generated, content-based portfolios and application supplements, Toyz highlights the skills and achievements of these students. Notably, the recent pilots have resulted in young Black women being accepted into prestigious engineering and game design programs at universities like Michigan, Georgia Tech and USC.

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In 2025, Toyz continues to look forward and is excited to collaborate with other companies. Toyz is working with Epic Games to create educational opportunities for educators and students. The intent is to participate in events at Duke that support the efforts of Toyz as well as the upcoming Game Development program at Duke University. This will involve presentations by the education team at Epic around preparing students for careers in Interactive 3D using tools like Unreal Engine and Unreal Editor for Fortnite. There will be a distinct opportunity for students from HBCUs to participate as well through events including conferences and game jams geared toward students. These opportunities will span skills around game development, Interactive 3D and entrepreneurship.

While Toyz is based at Carnegie Mellon’s Swartz Center, they are also part of the Project Olympus incubator and MIT Solve incubator. These resources enable Toyz to leverage high-quality entrepreneurship and educational support to refine their approach and AI model. Collaboration with prestigious institutions like Howard University, Texas Southern University and Syracuse University ensures an equity-focused lens on their AI and Data Science projects.

Toyz Electronics not only envisions a future where the digital divide no longer exists, but also a future where inclusivity and innovation in tech can bring humanity to its full potential.

“The more people you include, the more rapidly humanity accelerates to adoption. So, it’s not just altruistic. The more inclusive you are with innovation technology-wise, the better the adoption will be. The better the utilization, the better the monetization, the better the profitability, and the better the sustainability. In the future, you must include everybody in innovation so it can be widely deployed.”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
GoldMouf Set to Drop Highly Anticipated Single “Trapper of the Year” Features Bigga
Rankin & Trey Lawson on November 27, 2024
Atlanta, GA – November 25, 2024 – Rising rap star GoldMouf is gearing up to release his highly
anticipated single, “Trapper of the Year Featuring Bigga Rankin & Trey Lawson” on November
27, 2024. The track will be available for download and streaming across all major platforms,
including Spotify, Apple Music, and Tidal.
With a growing fanbase and a reputation for hard-hitting lyrics and captivating beats, GoldMouf
is ready to cement his place in the rap game with this new release. “Trapper of the Year
featuring Bigga Rankin & Trey Lawson” combines sharp storytelling with a relentless flow,
detailing GoldMouf’s journey to success and the hustle behind his rise in the game. The track is
set to become an anthem for those who grind through adversity and chase their dreams against
all odds.
“Trapper of the Year Bigga Rankin & Trey Lawson” follows the success of GoldMouf’s previous
releases, which have been gaining traction in underground rap scenes and on social media
platforms. Known for his raw and authentic lyrics, GoldMouf’s new single promises to push the
boundaries of modern rap while staying true to the genre’s roots.
“I wanted to create something that reflects the grind, the hustle, and the mindset it takes to
make it to the top,” says GoldMouf. “Trapper of the Year is about owning your journey, staying
focused, and never giving up. I can’t wait for the world to hear it.”
Fans and new listeners alike can expect a track that is sure to resonate, with a beat that will
have listeners nodding their heads and lyrics that are both gritty and motivational.
The official release of “Trapper of the Year” is set for November 27, 2024. Be sure to download
and stream the song on all platforms, and stay tuned for upcoming visuals and more music from
GoldMouf in the near future.
About GoldMouf:
GoldMouf is an up-and-coming rap artist known for his dynamic flow, hard-hitting beats, and
authentic lyricism. Hailing from macon, Georgia, GoldMouf has made a name for himself in the
underground rap scene with his unique blend of street-savvy storytelling and unapologetic
authenticity. As he continues to rise, his music captures the essence of hustle, ambition, and the
pursuit of greatness.
For press inquiries, please contact:
Gen Johnson: GenJohnso@slnextlevel.com

Bloodshot216 is pioneering a new sound releasing their latest song, “Better Together” with Krayzie Bone, Lorine Chia; Production by Apollo, & Ben Schigel(Spider Studios), artwork by Jaylon Wright.

The song is the theme for their upcoming Documentary, “Better Together” starring The Legendary Kevin “Mc Chill” Heard (Fever Records), Ricky Smith (R.A.K.E), Scott Savol, Humble G Tha Fiddla, PHOR (Black ink Chicago), Quincy “Big Heff”, Krayzie Bone, directed by Phatty Banks. The initiative of the project is to bring awareness to Better Social & Mental Health.

Bloodshot216 is an Alternative/Hip Hop Band from Cleveland, Ohio, recently performing at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. They have toured the United States with The Roots, Pharrell, Jam Master Jay, Talib Kweli, Common, D-12, Bone Thugs & Harmony, & ‘Ol Dirty Bastard. @Bloodshot216 on all platforms.

Don Zio P poised to make a name for himself in music drops new song “Ahh Ouu”. Be sure to check out Don Zio P on tour with Riff Raff.

Sunday Oct 15th Pittsburgh PA -The Crafthouse Stage & Grill
Monday Oct 16th Buffalo NY/Rochester NY
Tuesday Oct 17th Harrisburgh, PA
Wed Oct 18th Worcester, Massachusetts
Thurs Oct 19th Old Town, Maine
Friday Oct 20th Hampton Beach, NH