From Street Performer to Mental Health Advocate: The Inspiring Journey of Benjamin Barnes

In Shaping the Future: Leaders Making a Difference in 2025 – Vol 1, CEO Scoop Magazine proudly features Benjamin “Bencasso” Barnes, a trailblazer at the crossroads of creativity and community impact. As the founder of Culture Scholar Corporation, a nonprofit dedicated to mental health, peer counseling, and reentry support through the healing power of art and music, Benjamin is redefining what it means to lead with purpose. His innovative approach to arts education fosters emotional resilience and self-expression across diverse communities.