Got Next: 30 Young Men on the Brink of Making It Big

These go-getters are standing out in their industries.

Brightest Stars - H.I.S. BET spotlights 30 men 30 and under who are committed to excellence in their local communities and beyond. By Natelege Whaley, Patrice Peck and Melissa Quinones
Next Up - Through art, activism, sports, fashion, business and technology, these Black men are standing out and showing dedication in the pursuit of their passions.This is the time to be young and ambitious. (Photos from Left: Mike Stobe/Getty Images, Phillip Agnew via Getty Images, Dana Nalbandian/Getty Images for Free The Children)
Phillip Agnew, 29 - The executive director of the Dream Defenders, Phillip Agnew, 29, leads the youth activism organization that became nationally known after they staged a 31-day protest at the Florida capital. The group was calling for Gov. Rick Scott to hold a special legislative session to reform the nation's "Stand Your Ground" law following the acquittal of George Zimmerman, in the killing of Trayvon Martin. Agnew has been featured on several news outlets discussing the social and economic injustices faced by Black and brown people in society. (Photo: Phillip Agnew via Instagram)Lavan Wright, 24 - New York-based artist Lavan Wright, 24, is the creative mind behind "Lone Wolf," a company offering visuals for logo designs, mixtape covers and illustrations. Wright has showcased the versatility of his creations on Instagram, garnering a following of 13,000 followers. Most recently, rapper Nicki Minaj posted a photo of a mural he painted of her and other celebrities and rapper Fabolous rocked a sweatshirt Wright designed in collaboration with clothing company Rocawear. (Photo: Lavan Wright via Instagram)

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Brightest Stars - H.I.S. BET spotlights 30 men 30 and under who are committed to excellence in their local communities and beyond. By Natelege Whaley, Patrice Peck and Melissa Quinones

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