We are honored to tell engaging stories that highlight women of color authentically, organically and comedically. We create content that challenges, inspires and uplifts audiences while bringing laughter to their lives. We believe that Laughter is Healing, and we are doing our part to Heal the World.
“As a working actor, producer and director, I recognize the need for fresh perspectives in comedic, slice-of-life storytelling. Inspired by Mary Tyler Moore and Lucille Ball, I launched TJV Enterprises to highlight women in leading comedic roles. Following in the footsteps of renowned directors/producers such as Rob Reiner, Judd Apatow, and Nancy Meyer, I bring my voice, viewpoint and experiences to the comedy genre. Our projects fill a void and provide audiences with funny, bold, heartwarming, relatable narratives told through my worldview.”
Terri J. Vaughn
TJV Enterprises seeks strategic partnerships that champion diversity, equality, humanity and, of course, HUMOR. Embracing all of who we are, we create content and build brands that reflect the beauty of our cultural differences and our shared experiences. Having fun is a superpower at TJV Enterprises, as we uplift, uphold and support our teammates, our collaborators and our communities, making a positive impact in the world.
Telling engaging, enlightening & humorous stories in an inspirational and relatable way.
TJVE EXECUTIVE TEAM
Terri J. Vaughn
Founded by award-winning actor, director, and producer Terri J. Vaughn, who gained early recognition for her role as Lovita Alizay Jenkins on The Steve Harvey Show. She has since starred in iconic roles across film and television, including Friday, Don’t Be A Menace.., Will Smith’s executive produced sitcom All of Us, Showtime’s Soul Food, Ava DuVernay’s Cherish The Day, and Paramount’s First Wives Club. Her appearances as Rose Cranberry on HBO’s Insecure led to the scripted, Webby Award winning podcast, We Stay Looking, produced by Raedio and TenderfootTV. Vaughn has also been honored with three NAACP Image Awards, for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. As a director, Vaughn’s projects span independent and major studios. She directed Unthinkably Good Things (Hallmark’s first Gracie Award-winning film), Kingdom Business for Paramount, Disney’s Bunk’d, and the first comedic episode for BET’s TALES. For Viacom, she helmed films like Angrily Ever After, ‘Twas The Chaos Before Christmas, Christmas Belles and So Fly Christmas. Since 2006, her co-owned Nina Holiday Entertainment has produced over 16 projects. Next, Vaughn’s focused on building her dream, TJV Enterprises! First up, her soon to be announced series with Tyler Perry Studios for Netflix, premiering in 2025.
LaRonda Sutton
LaRonda is an experienced entertainment industry veteran with more than two decades of experience in film, television, and music. She owns and operates Entertainment.Gov. a consulting firm that advises policymakers on the economic benefits of film and entertainment. LaRonda has worked with various government entities to strengthen Georgia’s entertainment policies, resulting in billions of dollars in economic impact for the state.
Le’Shaye Jones
Le’Shaye is the dedicated Executive Assistant and Office Manager at TJV Enterprises. With a strong background in administrative support, office management, brand strategizing and marketing. Le’Shaye plays a crucial role in streamlining operations and enhancing productivity. Her expertise includes managing executive schedules, coordinating meetings, and overseeing office logistics, ensuring that the team can focus on delivering high-quality productions.
Ithan Payne
Ithan is a seasoned creative strategist with over 25 years of experience in crafting compelling visual identities for African American and multicultural brands. His passion lies in delivering modern, high-quality designs that resonate with diverse audiences. Ithan’s intuitive approach to design is an added value to the team, insuring the TJV Enterprises’ brand and projects are fresh relevant and successful.
WHAT WE DO
‘SHE THE PEOPLE’
A Single mother of 2 becomes the first black woman Lieutenant Governor of the big Red State of Mississippi. Now she must balance between her “Eccentric” family life and her conservative political colleagues.
‘DADDY’S HOUSE’
Iconic Hip Hop pioneer Big Daddy Kane stars in this single camera comedy, as a divorced dad who’s teenage son and daughter have just moved into his bachelor pad. This new living arrangement comes just as he’s opening a new restaurant and things are getting more serious with his new girlfriend.
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