It’s not everyday you meet a superstar before the world declares them one. For 22-year-old, Shauna Faith – her destiny is met, equally, with her preparation for success. The entrepreneurial young one has taken her love of life and is pushing it to the fullest. The CEO of Alldame, Incorporated – Ms. Faith merges her loves into a well-organized machine. The Brooklyn bombshell born to Jamaican, Scottish and Indian parents has been exceptional since the day she was born.

Studying Business Communications and Information Technology at Seton Hall University, Ms. Faith has found time to appear in print, television and promotional works. A few of work includes Mass Appeal Magazine, Smooth Magazine, Juelz Santana’s – Whistle music video and even an English textbook cover.

With all her hard work paying off, Ms. Faith strives to push herself to where she is the Oprah Winfrey of her generation. The beautiful and humble New Yorker sits down with Beauty & Brains as she talks about the difference between being a New Yorker and a Jersey Girl, how her school decisions helped her business decisions and talks about working with Tamala Jones on the set of Confessions of a Call Girl.

B&B: You’re a born Brooklynite, but moved to New Jersey before you were 1 years-old. What’s the difference between being a New Yorker versus being a Jersey girl?
SF: Now that I moved back to my New York roots, I move quick oppose to a moderate pace in New Jersey. For instance, in New York, I talk, walk and eat… fast. The whole New York vibe triggers that. In New Jersey, they don’t walk, they drive. They don’t talk fast or direct, but they sit… converse and relax. It’s really weird because once I visit my family and friends in New Jersey, I transform back to a Jersey Girl. But once I am back to New York, I change back into the savvy, upbeat and motivated New Yorker that I am.

B&B: Once you got into college you made the decision to model to help pay for school funds. Being that you were so active as kid – how did the decision to model go over with your folks?
SF: When I started modeling, I told no one except my best friend. I kept it a secret because I didn’t know how anyone in my family or acquaintances would understand it. It wasn’t until they saw me in a Modell’s ad and they started questioning me. At first, it wasn’t all gravy… especially with some of the sexy photos I had. I understood their perspective on what they wanted me to do, which was not doing anything in the entertainment business. However, I really wanted to try this modeling thing out, as well as, pay some bills [laughs]. I think they eventually understood that. I believe once I didn’t have to ask for handouts anymore, they were more lenient on my desire to model.

B&B How did your major help influence your career decisions?
SF: My major in college was Communications, Informational Technology and I had a minor in Business. All three helped me out in various ways. I believe that my Business minor influenced me the most. I gathered all the information I received from those Business courses and implemented them in my modeling, acting, and music career.

B&B: When you appeared in Smooth Magazine – what did you think?
SF: When I first appeared in Smooth Magazine, I was a little worried on what my family would think. But, I loved the pictorial and interview. No missed quotes or distorted photos. I absolutely appreciated that they featured me in one of the most sought after magazine that displays beautiful ethnic women across the U.S. Thank you, Smooth Girl!

B&B: What was your next move from there?
SF: There are so many things I am getting into; it will take a while to actually break things down for you. The short version includes my music, two business ventures, a documentary and my new website launch. There are a few other things, but I will talk about that in the near future.

B&B: You’re in “Confessions of a Call Girl,” with Tamala Jones… What was the best part of that experience?
SF:I had a small part in Confessions of a Call Girl with Tamala Jones. I would say the best parts were behind the scenes. I learned a quite a few lessons. I witnessed Tamala Jones continually practicing her part on and off set. There were no breaks for her until they said, “It's a rap!” Also, she can do an awesome Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson impersonation. The director and I had a great conversation about the entertainment business. He was nice and considerate and broke things down for me on 'to do's' and 'what not to do's.'

B&B: Since you’ve appeared in other films – are you ever worried about being type-casted? Or just used as a model-slash-pretty face?
SF: I don't think I would be worried at all. I know I practice my craft and I know I am talented. A pretty face and an awesome body can't get you that far without any substance. I didn't come into the entertainment business desiring to display only my looks; I came to experience how to improve my craft and grow mentally and spiritually.

B&B: You started your own business – did you meet any opposition when you first came up with the idea?
SF: I am currently still developing my business, so it is not in the spotlight yet. There are some things to learn as a business owner. I am not going to rush anything to eventually make a lot of mistakes. Time will tell. Once, I get the rudiments down, I will make sure my business will benefit those who I am gearing to. Many may be wondering what this business is… so, go to http://www.myspace.com/shaunafaith or http://www.myspace.com/shaunafaithmusic and you can find out more information.

B&B: With the brains and beauty to go along with it – what is one constant misconception you get when men approach you?
SF: Some men that approach think I am pompous. But, after a conversation, I deem that they sense I am a sweet down to earth chic.

B&B: When it’s all said and done – what do you want your life story to be?
SF: I want my life story to inspire others to go after their dreams and not to compromise when life through curve balls. I know that I am still very young into this business and novice at countless things, but I am trying and I want others to try as well.

Want to know more about the entrepreneurial spirit of Shauna Faith? Go to myspace.com/shaunafaith or myspace.com/shaunafaithmusic.