John “Papa Jube” Altino is a force to be reckoned with; producer, promoter, artist and an all around music lover. Papa Jube was born into a Christian family where both parents were musicians and ministers. He has worked and toured with some of the best artists in the world. Papa Jube is currently the President of Wyclef Jean’s Sakpase Records and also the Vice President of SOB’s night club. 

Blake Seide and Prodg Promotions are honored to introduce you to John “Papa Jube” Altino.

Today, we get a great opportunity to speak with Mr. Jacky Poteau, president of the FATEM organization.  Mr. Poteau, first left Haiti in 1987, but has never forgotten the Mirebalais community where he grew up.  Currently, Jacky Poteau works as a Database Administrator for a Boston-based social service agency and holds a Master’s degree in Social Work. So, it’s no surprise that he would take his skills to assist Mirebalais in bridging the “digital divide”.   For me and all the Prodg readers, this is a true testimony of what it means “to give back to your community”.

Artist Hertz Nazaire was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti in 1973.   At the age of ten, Hertz immigrated to the United States and moved to Brooklyn, New York. He discovered his love and talent for painting during his years at Westhill High School in Stamford, CT.   As an artist, Hertz is still evolving and learning his craft. Living with sickle cell has been a major factor in shaping the person he is today as an artist and a man. Even with his many challenges, Hertz continues to express himself through the medium of art and poetry. He is an inspiring soul who has and continues to make a mark in this world. His talent, courage, perseverance and spirituality are pillars of strength in which we can all learn from.  Hertz has decided to take some time away from the spotlight, so Carline Gele caught up with him for a chat.