Our Founder & Chief Heart Officer
Monique Gill
Story-telling has held stock in Monique Gill's life since she was an adolescent. As a young girl, memories flood to her playing “TV” in the living room with her sisters; taking turns creating different shows and characters with a click of an imaginary remote. In Monique's life experiences, the lens helped her develop a visual language to not only perceive the world, but gave her the authority to create a new perspective of herself in it. Her parents 15-year marriage ended when she was ten years old. The separation left her mother, two sisters, the youngest having Down Syndrome, and herself, homeless.
As a result, Monique's family moved from Houston, Texas to live with her aunt in Stone Mountain, Georgia.
The transition into a single-parent household was difficult for Monique. Confidence knocked and self-worth depleted, the unstable home-life following the divorce left Gill feeling sad, worthless, and disinterested with life. It wasn't until she discovered Stephenson High School's film program, Jag 8, that Gill began reimagining life. Recharged with new passion and purpose, she realized her authority to influence positive change in herself and others with the click of the record button. Writing and producing original stories led to directing entire broadcasts, resulting in her entry into Mississippi State University’s Broadcasting program and post-grad film career opportunities. Now, an awarded Film Director and Creative Producer, her intention is to nurture a personal power practice in youth with the same methodology she once used to empower herself through the discomfort and uncertainty of growing up.
As a result, Monique's family moved from Houston, Texas to live with her aunt in Stone Mountain, Georgia.
The transition into a single-parent household was difficult for Monique. Confidence knocked and self-worth depleted, the unstable home-life following the divorce left Gill feeling sad, worthless, and disinterested with life. It wasn't until she discovered Stephenson High School's film program, Jag 8, that Gill began reimagining life. Recharged with new passion and purpose, she realized her authority to influence positive change in herself and others with the click of the record button. Writing and producing original stories led to directing entire broadcasts, resulting in her entry into Mississippi State University’s Broadcasting program and post-grad film career opportunities. Now, an awarded Film Director and Creative Producer, her intention is to nurture a personal power practice in youth with the same methodology she once used to empower herself through the discomfort and uncertainty of growing up.
Curious about the moments that spark our vision? Continue the journey of discovery & uncover more behind-the-scenes inspiration on the Founder’s blog, "Let There Be Light."
our CallingAn unstable home-life negatively impacts a child's self-image and therefore, behavior. As a result of factors outside of the child’s control, the perpetuation of lack continues; lack of education, lack of career opportunity and therefore, lack of income.
MoKnowsBest offers a space within select communities to encourage and uplift youth through instructional filmmaking programs and mentorship services. By reserving an inventive, healing environment for children to highlight their feelings and emotions, our goal is to;
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OUR Board members
Glenn Callwood
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Glenn Callwood is a multifaceted creative professional with over 6 years of experience in supporting all stages of Film/TV production. His passion for production has led to working with studios/streamers such as: Lionsgate, Universal Pictures, Sony Pictures, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures, Paramount Network, BET, Paramount+, Apple TV+, BET+ & Tyler Perry Studios to name a few. Prior to the Entertainment industry, he spent 7 plus years in Advertising as a Project/Traffic Manager for Wunderman Thompson (formerly J. Walter Thompson (JWT)) and various boutique ad agencies. He also helped produce several short films, one of which won various awards. A native New Yorker, he attended NYC College of Technology in Brooklyn, NY. Glenn now lives in Atlanta, GA and can be found at either industry networking events, photographing friends or riding his mountain bike.
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Toni Williams
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A native of Indianapolis, IN and longtime resident of Georgia’s Dekalb County, Ms.Toni Williams was Business Manager with the American Cancer Society (ACS) for nearly three decades, and served four years (through 2021) as Chief of Staff to the Atlanta City Council President. Toni received her B.A. in Communications from Georgia State University and later became a Producer with Comcast Community TV, Channel 25.
On the creative side, Ms. Toni was executive producer of the stage play, “When Mama Cries, Why?" She designed and produced the first ever Employee Awards Ceremony for the American Cancer Society, created the game show, “Kidz Quiz," spearheaded “Moore Girls in STEM,” and led a host of other initiatives. Toni has an eye for talent and for identifying strategies and opportunities of positive impact. Her passion has fueled her commitment to more community engagement, thus being part of the change she wishes to see. |
