Allen Simmons was born in Charleston, South Carolina. For four years he served in the United States Marine Corps. During his service he deployed to Baghdad, Iraq and Marjah, Afghanistan. His first book, “Can I Speak,” was published November 2019. He is the founder of Live N Love Incorporated, Shop Persist Clothing Company, Brunch and Ties, Brunch and Heels and Allen Levi Speaks. He enjoys expressing his thoughts about the world around him through poetry. Allen Simmons does not just have the ability to speak and inspire individuals, he is an inspiration. His story is one of overcoming and transformation.