By Karu F. Daniels, AOL Black Voices

Mekhi Phifer is taking matters in his own hands.

The 32-year-old Harlem born heart-throb (who made his debut in Spike Lee's 1995 film 'Clockers') isn't one of those black actors who complain about having no work in Hollywood.

Although he's been blessed with a string of great film and TV projects ('ER,' 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' '8 Mile,' 'A Lesson Before Dying,' 'Soul Food'), the actor, producer and director recently announced plans for the formation of two production companies, Facilitator Films and Facilitator Music.

"Being able to develop projects for film, television and music has always been a passion and goal of mine so I am thrilled to be launching Facilitator," Phifer said about the venture. "Both Ronnie and I share a creative vision and drive to create a variety of diverse projects across the entertainment spectrum."

Several film projects are currently in production under the Facilitator Films banner: 'This Christmas' starring Delroy Lindo, Regina King, Nia Long, Loretta Devine, Chris Brown and Idris Elba is currently in production; a spiritual outer space suspense thriller with a working title, scheduled to start production in the spring; and a partnership with Jeff Clanagan of Universal/Code Black for distribution of theatrical and DVD releases.

Along with music producer Todd Mushaw, whose production credits include Kelly Rowland, Dr. Dre, Game, Destiny's Child, Facilitator Music recently signed their first artist Face, a Virginia based rapper.

"[Our] goals are to provide quality entertainment by breaking down the walls of diversity and focusing on unity," Warner added. "There is a common denominator that binds us all - that is our focus."

The company's first project was last year's straight to DVD comedy 'Puff, Puff, Pass.'

As an actor, Phifer will next be seen on the big screen alongside Ray Liotta and Taye Diggs in 'Slowburn' -- due out in the spring.