Daren “Bogle” Stevens
Daren “Bogle” Stevens P.O. Box 6290 St. Croix, VI 00823 realras73@gmail.com 340-227-2363 Testimonial for Janeisha John-Key to the Territory To Whom It May Concern: I first met Janeisha John through her father, Josephat John, a well-known and respected entrepreneur in the 1990s. I can still recall spending time at his studio or shopping at Centerline Bakery, where Janeisha was always close by, quietly observing and absorbing everything around her. With all the music and creativity in that studio, I honestly thought she would one day become a singer. However, Janeisha had her own plans. And from early on, it was clear that she was guided by a strong support system that believed in her and by a deep sense of focus and determination. She first expressed herself through dance, but her passion was really showcased when she became part of the Graffiti Street cast. I remember thinking to myself, “she’s going places”. At that time, I worked at the Educational Complex, where she was a student. Janeisha stood out not only for her talent but also for her humility, respect, and grace. …
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Daren “Bogle” Stevens P.O. Box 6290 St. Croix, VI 00823 realras73@gmail.com 340-227-2363 Testimonial for Janeisha John-Key to the Territory To Whom It May Concern: I first met Janeisha John through her father, Josephat John, a well-known and respected entrepreneur in the 1990s. I can still recall spending time at his studio or shopping at Centerline Bakery, where Janeisha was always close by, quietly observing and absorbing everything around her. With all the music and creativity in that studio, I honestly thought she would one day become a singer. However, Janeisha had her own plans. And from early on, it was clear that she was guided by a strong support system that believed in her and by a deep sense of focus and determination. She first expressed herself through dance, but her passion was really showcased when she became part of the Graffiti Street cast. I remember thinking to myself, “she’s going places”. At that time, I worked at the Educational Complex, where she was a student. Janeisha stood out not only for her talent but also for her humility, respect, and grace. Later on, she began her journey in the pageant world and quickly made her mark. I can still recall her father proudly telling me, “Bogle, your girl is running for Queen.” I told him, “That’s awesome, but get your pocket ready because it’s going to be show after show!” Even then, her participation in pageantry wasn’t just about competition; it was about inspiring young women. I would often hear others say that Janeisha made them truly believe that: “not winning the crown doesn’t mean you’re not a winner.” Her decision to attend the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) after high school made an even greater impact. I heard many of her peers say, “If Janeisha can, I can too.” That right there speaks volumes about the influence she’s had; leading by example, encouraging others to pursue higher education and personal growth. Over the years, our paths continued to cross. When she worked at TV2 and I was at Channel 8. She always greeted me with respect and admiration, acknowledging my growth as I did hers. Even as her achievements multiplied, Janeisha remained the same; quiet, humble, yet deeply impactful. Everything she does is never about herself; it’s always about representing the Virgin Islands with pride. Through pageantry, modeling, hosting, and entrepreneurship, Janeisha has placed the Virgin Islands on the world map. She carries herself as a true ambassador of these islands, consistently showcasing our culture, values, and spirit on every platform she touches. I’ve also had the pleasure of hosting several events alongside her, and I can say without hesitation that she is one of the most professional, articulate, and talented communicators I have ever worked with. For all these reasons; her lifelong commitment to excellence, her contributions to our community, her role as a cultural ambassador, and the positive example she continues to set for the next generation ; I wholeheartedly believe that Janeisha John deserves the Key to the Territory. She represents the very best of who we are and continues to make the Virgin Islands proud wherever she goes. Respectfully, Daren “Bogle” Stevens