User:ActivMonk/sandbox

GENERAL BACKGROUND

Born in Torrance, California, Monk Hines, is an American Businessman, media/technology trend setter, executive, philanthropist and investor. He is the founder of Global Sustainable Development Technology, a major alternative energy company. He is also the founder of DZI group, a media and technology company that provides premium IT services globally with a focus on international development.

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EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION

Hines graduated from the California Design College in 1996 with an apparel manufacturing and general business studies degree.

After design school he started an exciting career in apparel manufacturing. As the brand grew, it lead to a move which transferred production internationally, namely developing his upscale men’s line and an active wear with South Korean manufacturers. Hines won multiple honors, including being nominated as Top Ten African American Clothing Designers and he was also featured in multiple magazines including CODE Magazine, Vibe Magazine, Detour and Details Magazine.

BUSINESS CAREER

Hines | James | Natali Consulting Group

Hines left apparel manufacturing in the 1999 and transitioned into construction, real estate development and consulting. Hines | James | Natali Consulting Group originally started as a development company in Atlanta, Georgia with a focus on sustainable development which included using sustainable materials in development of multiple single family home units. He later on received wide spread commendation, including an official letter of endorsement from Congresswoman Diane Watson for his work in supporting urban development and business consulting in California's 33rd congressional district.

dZi Group

Hines founded DZI group in 2000 and served as the creative director. DZI Group focused on providing IT and Multi Media services to medium sized enterprises and local government offices. In 2008, DZI expanded its service offering to an international market, working globally on projects. For it’s stellar work in promoting development internationally in the areas of technology and multi media and DZI was one of but two firms featured in “Centerpointe Now”, an international business journal published by the World Council Of Peoples for members of the United Nations.

Global Sustainable Technology & Development

In 2014, Hines joined Global Sustainable Technology & Development, a California based renewable energy company offering a diverse range of alternative energy solutions worldwide. GSTD is primarily focused on delivering renewable energy systems (solar electric (PV) and solar water heating systems) for industrial, commercial and residential applications to clients worldwide. They also offer consultation & engineering services for wind, bioenergy, geothermal and hydro power. As CEO, Hines’ goal was to broaden the scope of renewable energy service offering and land major accounts internationally.

PHILANTHROPY AND ACTIVISM

In the spirit of reaching back and giving to the community Monk Hines joined The Warren James Memorial Homes For Children as a board member in 1997 and serves on it presently. The mantra is providing affordable housing and economic opportunities for underserved communities in the states of California, Georgia, Louisiana, and Kansas.

In 2019 Monk received the prestigious award the Inland Valley News Entrepreneur of the Year award, which comes along with recognition from the various cities to include; Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County.

Hines, called a “visionary” by Congresswoman Diane Watson, sees community service as a major principle in his life. Always humble, he looks back to the many African American leaders that preceded him and states, “If I can see for miles ahead it is because I stand on the shoulders of giants.”

He also the founder of “Our Cultural Embrace” an annual art exhibition that features established as well as promising artists who work in diverse mediums.

World Council Of Peoples For The United Nations

World Council of Peoples for the United Nations (WCPUN) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to facilitating partnerships across sectors internationally that promote awareness and implementation of the United Nations’ goals. In 2018 he was nominated to Chair his own Council – The Entrepreneurship Council is a Sub Committee of WCPUN; the committee promotes and encourages business and entrepreneurship in marginalized communities across America and the world. The efforts includes, gala evening, grants, workshops, mentorship and more.