Influence

Before there were titles, boards, or leadership roles, there was Crisco Kidd. Josh Carmona learned early that influence is not about being seen, but about being trusted. From media to civic leadership, his journey reflects a steady commitment to presence, responsibility, and the belief that leadership endures when it is carried with care.

The USDA has announced it cannot guarantee November SNAP benefits due to the ongoing shutdown, leaving millions uncertain about how to put food on the table. Community Icons Magazine is sharing trusted resources and clear next steps to help families stay prepared. From national hotlines to support for Arizona food banks, this guide is about solutions, not fear —because no one should face hunger alone.

For more than four decades, Duet: Partners in Health & Aging has embodied what it means to serve with heart, transforming lives through compassion, dignity, and hope. Founded on the simple idea of one person helping another, Duet continues to remind us that love, when put into action, has the power to restore connection, purpose, and humanity for us all.

From Possibility to Leadership Richard Crews is the kind of leader whose roots stretch across boroughs and deserts, from the bold hum of New York City to the sweeping sky of Phoenix, Arizona. Born in Queens and raised under the Arizona sun, Richard grew up straddling two worlds, one steeped in relentless drive and cultural rhythm, and the other in search of its identity. That duality didn’t just shape his worldview. It became his blueprint. "New York never leaves you," he say