Meet Abdul Sesay | Filmmaker/Screenwriter/Video Production CEO

We had the good fortune of connecting with Abdul Sesay and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Abdul, what’s the most important thing you’ve done for your children?
As a parent I believe the most important thing that I’ve shown my daughters that positively impact their lives, is to first and foremost show them how much I love and respect their mother. This sets a precedence on how they should be treated as young ladies growing up in this world. Secondly being a man of faith. I let them know that you have to lean on God during times of uncertainty. Third even though I speak to them and encourage them to read certain books, and to delve into a entrepreneur mindset; I know that the only way that they can truly learn is by watching me. Kids learn some by listening to what their parents say, but they definitely learn more by observing what their parents actual do. So I’m always conscientious of what I say and most importantly what I do around them.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
Well I’m story teller. I love to write and create stories. As we all know there’s nothing new under the sun, so I strive to look at certain situations or certain subject matters and present it in a fresh and unique way. What I’m most proud of are the relationships that I have fostered over the years and the new people that I have met along my journey. We as humans are our greatest resource, not cash, not gold, not silver just us. We’re the only currency that really matters. I’ve kept my nose to the grindstone and focused on what really makes me happy. From there you just have to find a way to monetize whatever that passion is. Like the old adage says you do something you love you’ll never work a day in your life. It’s never easy but when things are worthwhile it makes it easier to fight through and overcome challenging times. All I want to do is create art that I can share with the world and make the audience feel something. It doesn’t matter if it’s joy, sadness, contempt, laughter, or enlightenment. I just want people who come to see my films to feel differently then they initially did after watching one of my films.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
Wow that’s a great question. Since I’m in Laurel, MD which is smack dab in the middle of Baltimore and Washington DC. I would take them to some nice Restaurants in both areas. On the Baltimore side I’d take them to Capital Grille, and Black Swan which are some great establishments. We’d hang out around the Baltimore Harbor and maybe go on one of those Odyssey Cruises on the Harbor where they have good music, food and drinks. Later on in the week we’d go to Carolina Kitchen in Largo, MD, hit up both Oohhs & Ahhs and Ben’s Chili Bowl on U Street NW Washington DC. We also go to the National Harbor and chill at the MGM. Then probably go down Naylor Rd. to LAX Liquors where they have the best prices and buy some Remy 1738 and Duse to have a drink on evenings after everyone has settled in. And of course take them to the African American History Museum and Martin Luther King Memorial sometime during the week for reflective purposes.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
First and foremost I’d like to thank God, he’s been my number one supporter and has guided me through the ebbs and flows of this thing we call life. My parents my wife Tinico and my creative partner and life long friend Darren C. Murray have both been my pillars of strength over the years. Jonathan Nelson of Ethos Decorum, Eric R. Cotten, Eric Erusiafe of Top Notch Boxing, AB Johnson of 231 Media, Develand Campbell of Dexter’s French Quarters and James Ingram have all been supportive in my efforts in some shape or form. I’d like to thank Elena Moscatt for allowing me into her writer’s group where I began to hone my skills as a writer. I like to thank the Members of my Writer’s Group called “The Collective” which includes Brittany, Nneka, Kandice, and Jennifer. Who are all very talented writers and have been instrumental in my growth as a writer. Through them I’ve learned how to be more communicative and creative in our wonderful collaborative environment. From a mentorship standpoint I’d say I have received guidance from John McClung of Big Dog Video Productions, Ty Turner of FlashFilm Media Academy, Saj Adibs of Filmmaker Mentor, Ramel Newerls of Mogul Lifestyle and Mailbox Millionaires. As far as books I’d say the 3 that have stuck out to me the most would be, Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice by Dennis Kimbro, The Magic Lamp: Goal Setting for People Who Hate Setting Goals by Keith Ellis, and Your Next Five Moves: Master the Art of Business Strategy by Patrick Bet-David.

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