daniel king

Core Investor & Assistant Project Manager, Vision & Legacy Capital Group LLC| Owner & CEO, DAZ Logistics Black Car Service

BACKGROUND:

DAZ Logistics Black Car Service, a premier luxury transportation company known for its excellence, professionalism, and dedication to client satisfaction. With over two decades of experience as a professional truck driver, Daniel holds both CDL and Chauffeur licenses, bringing a wealth of industry expertise and reliability to every aspect of his work.

A proud Chicago native, Daniel is more than a transportation expert, he is a devoted community advocate. His passion for mentoring young men and guiding them through life’s challenges has been a cornerstone of his impact. Through his mentorship, he has empowered many to overcome barriers and pursue better futures.

In addition to his entrepreneurial ventures, Daniel serves as a Core Investor and Assistant Project Manager at Vision & Legacy Capital Group, where he plays a key role in supporting construction and renovation projects from start to finish. His hands-on approach and attention to detail help ensure that each project is completed with quality, integrity, and community benefit in mind.

Daniel is committed to revitalizing underserved neighborhoods through economic development, mentorship, and meaningful investment. Whether he’s behind the wheel or behind the scenes of a major project, Daniel continues to drive change with purpose and pride.

Michael began his real estate investment journey in 2003, and over the past 22 years, he has built a powerful reputation as a trusted developer, investor, and dealmaker. With more than 150 homes flipped, renovated, or built for himself and his clients, he has worked with major banks for over 18 years, spearheading construction and rehab projects that have breathed new life into distressed and forgotten neighborhoods.

As the Acquisitions Director and Core Investor for Vision & Legacy Capital Group, Michael leads the charge in identifying investment opportunities that align with the firm’s mission of revitalizing underserved communities. He brings a rare combination of street-smart strategy, technical knowledge, and deeply rooted purpose to every deal, earning him the reputation as the Robin Hood of the Community.” His investment philosophy is simple but powerful: build for the people, not just for profit.

Michael has boldly chosen to only work for himself and the communities he serves, turning down traditional career paths to focus entirely on creating generational wealth, affordable housing, and meaningful impact. His passion now extends to mentorship, with plans underway to launch a youth training program that will teach young people hands-on construction, electrical work, real estate investment, and entrepreneurship.

His heart for service is matched by his track record of success, and his legacy is one of empowerment, resilience, and radical reinvestment in the people who need it most. For Michael Newell, every house built is a life changed, and every investment is a seed planted for a better future.

A Chicago native with deep roots in service and people-centered leadership, Joseph has spent more than 22 years as an entrepreneur, building businesses that uplift communities and open pathways to financial freedom. His professional journey began humbly in the barbershop business, where he honed his skills in relationship building, customer service, operational management, and understanding the heartbeat of the community.

Through his work as owner and lead barber at Architects of Hair, Joseph became more than a master barber, he became a mentor, life coach, and trusted voice in the neighborhoods he serves. Over three decades behind the chair, he cultivated a loyal client base, nurtured young professionals, and built a reputation for excellence, precision, and care.

Joseph’s entrepreneurial spirit naturally evolved into real estate investment, where he saw an opportunity to address generational barriers to property ownership and wealth in underserved communities. Since 2003, he has acquired, flipped, and developed properties throughout the Midwest, leading projects that have rebuilt homes and renewed hope for families often overlooked by mainstream investors.

Under Joseph’s leadership, Vision & Legacy Capital Group has grown into a respected real estate investment firm with a dual mission: deliver strong financial returns for investors while creating tangible social impact for families and neighborhoods. His guiding values—focus, collaboration, and accountability, shape a company culture where strategic execution and community well-being go hand in hand.

In addition to steering large-scale redevelopment projects, Joseph is passionate about using his platform to mentor aspiring entrepreneurs, empower families with financial knowledge, and expand access to real estate ownership. His long-term vision includes establishing a robust mentorship program to teach construction, investment, and business skills to youth in overlooked communities planting seeds for a new generation of builders, owners, and community leaders.

Recognized as a dedicated member of the South Holland Business Association, Joseph is known as a business network guru who brings people together across sectors to spark partnerships, attract investment, and strengthen local economies. His authentic approach, hands-on leadership, and unwavering commitment to building community trust have earned him a reputation as a connector and catalyst for change.

Joseph’s influence extends far beyond boardrooms and building sites. He is a devoted father and family man whose personal values of faith, integrity, and resilience guide his professional success. From operating barbershops and juice bars to promoting health and wellness as an exercise coach, Joseph has built businesses that reflect his belief in holistic well-being and service to others.

Whether revitalizing neighborhoods through real estate, coaching young professionals in his shop, or advocating for small businesses through local networks, Joseph Harley embodies what is possible when entrepreneurial drive, community values, and unwavering leadership align.

As Founder, CEO, and Core Investor of Vision & Legacy Capital Group, Joseph Harley is redefining what it means to invest with purpose, creating wealth not just for investors, but for families, communities, and generations to come.