Today we’d like to introduce you to Anner J. Echols
Hi Anner J., so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
It all started with my passion for fashion. I learned how to sew, design and re-design clothes after graduating from high-school. This was a skill and craft that I inherited from my mother who was a southern self-taught seamstress. My passion for fashion made it easy for me to live out my dream as a producer and fashion designer. I began showcasing my fashions and designs on stage with models that I trained, in order to promote and sale my designer fashions straight off the runway. One of my greatest desires was to give back by supporting and promoting worthy causes. This led me to start producing fashion and entertainment shows for non-profit organizations. Donating a portion of the funds from the fashion shows to the organizations. I understood that philanthropy is a must in any industry. The on-stage productions were always professional, high fashion, and entertaining. Entertainers who performed on The Dreamland Production stage were from all walks of life; Jazz artist, RB Singers, clean Rappers, dancers and musicians. The proof and the reality of my 30+ years of producing, publishing and designing can be seen on “The Walls of Dreams,” located at Dreamland Studios.
With 30+ years in the industry I took my many years of experience to another level, providing (IBM) career consultations to others who needed to know about the ends and out of starting a successful business. IBM is the acronym for Image, Branding, Management and Marketing. The consultations assist others to kick start their career, and start a successful business. I am now a Publicist, Producer, Choreographer Talent/Model Scout, and a Vocal coach for The Star Movement in Orlando, Florida.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
There are many challenges when you take on the responsibility of producing and publishing a magazine. This is especially true when you’re working in areas like marketing and promotions or securing sponsorship and partnership opportunities.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I am the CEO, Publisher and Producer of Dreamland Productions and The Cover Magazine. With 30+ years in the fashion, arts, beauty and entertainment industry. I’m known as the “Dream Maker” making others dreams a reality. Our slogan is if you can dream it, we can help you achieve it. I am also celebrating 16 seasons as the Producer and Host of Dreamland TV Show. My specialty is helping others pursue their dreams and talents. As a talent scout, I also enjoy training models, singers, dancers and actors. I don’t downplay the importance of looking one’s best. One of our company’s mottos is “When you look good, you feel good.” One of the main objectives behind my work is the belief that I can help people transform not only their outer appearance, but their inner beauty by looking good and feeling good. During my beauty and style consultations, I emphasize the importance of transforming the “total person,” transformations go beyond the outer surface for a beauty and style make-over. I enjoy helping others transform by making the needed changes in their lives to achieve their dreams. I am presently known as the Producer and Publisher of The Cover Magazine. In 2019, I capitalized on my skills and talents again. I produced and published The Cover Magazine a digital and printed quarterly, lifestyle magazine that features and promotes movers and shakers in the business world. The magazine is, inspiring and entertaining, it includes all facets of the fashion, arts, beauty, style and entertainment industry. The magazine is home based in Memphis, Tennessee; however, the magazine’s readership/viewership reach is nationally and internationally. The Cover Magazine is also educational and entertaining, it provides the readers with compelling contents; beauty, fashions, entertainment, real life issues, healthy lifestyles, celebrity news, rising stars and dreamers. The Cover magazine has also been produced to market and promote business owners; especially women own businesses. Our vision and main focus are to unveil and reveal the life stories of others who dreamed of one day being on the cover of a magazine. For additional information about The Cover Magazine visit https://www.ajedreamland.co/the cover
I am most proud of my greatest accomplishments in reaching milestones in my career—producing successful shows and working with legends and icons along the way. My journey has allowed me the opportunity to prepare a road map and pave the way for the next generation, to assist them in achieving a strong and successful future. I’m happy to say that Dreamland Productions and The Cover Magazine has gained worldwide recognition on a national and global scale from a special feature on “What I like” on The Kelly Clarkson Show to Japan; and reaching the masses on billboards, news articles and interviews in Sheen Magazine, The Commercial Appeal, The Daily News, Black Press USA, and The Tennessee Tribune. The Cover Magazine has been nominated for one of the best media companies, magazines, blogs and reviews of the year by the Josie Music Awards coming up in October, 2024 at the Grand Ole Opry House, Nashville, TN. The Cover Magazine has been nominated to receive The Mtenzi Cammy Awards 2024 for Best Community & Arts Involved Publication. The Cover Magazine was also nominated as Magazine of the Year by, The Memphis Elegance Awards. In 2023 The Cover Magazine received the Community Media Award in 2021-2022 from NAREB of Memphis. I am also the proud recipient of The BLACK I AM Queen of Productions Awards in Atlanta, GA. I have also received The Ladies of Distinction Award, and The Women of Leadership and Entrepreneur Award. Last but not least, I am the recipient of The World Woman of Vision Entrepreneurship Award, The Women of Excellence Achievement Award, the Rock Da City / Producers Award, and the Music & Entertainment Award for Rising Stars. What set me apart from others: I work hard to meet deadlines to satisfy our fans, subscribers and customers. We have an amazing dream team; we are known for producing red-carpet productions each time we unveil and reveal the latest edition of The Cover Magazine. We are known to dress and impress, because I believe that the first impression is the best impression. We believe in talking to our customers in person, on the phone or via zoom meeting if at all possible. We work hard to be known as the company whose employees answer every call, and strive hard to come up with solutions before there is a problem. Customer satisfaction is a must.
Is there something surprising that you feel even people who know you might not know about?
I’m a country girl from the small town of Charleston, Mississippi, I don’t mind working hard to achieve my dreams, goals, and aspirations. I’m determined and committed to succeed, in spite of the many challenges, losses and anxieties in life.
Pricing:
- Magazines per copy, printed or digital $10.00 + ships:
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.ajedreamland.co
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/covergirl_mag/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anner.echols and https://www.facebook.com/facebook.comthecovermagazine
- Twitter: https://x.com/AnnerEchols
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AnnerJEchols
