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Black Southern Writer @nbcsnl and Comedian
Auguste White (she/her/hers) is a Black Southern writer and stand up comedian with crippling middle child syndrome.
NASA Astronaut & Aerospace Engineer
Jeanette J. Epps was born in Syracuse, New York. She graduated from Thomas J. Corcoran High School, Syracuse, New York in 1988..
Writer, Poet, Motivational Speaker, Violinist & Published Author
Brittney Grimes is a poet, published author, writer, model and motivational speaker.
18th U.S. Surgeon General, Healthcare Disparity Expert & Medicine Advocate
Dr. Regina Benjamin, MD, MBA is the Founder and CEO of BayouClinic,
Celebrity Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Bestselling Author and Syndicated Columnist
Farrah Gray is a Business Mogul, International Bestselling Author, Television Personality,Global Keynote Speaker, and Philanthropist.
Former NFL Wide Receiver; Co-Host of "CBS Mornings" & Analyst for "The NFL Today"
Nate Burleson is a co-host of “CBS Mornings,”
Director, Film Producer, and Actor; Best Known for Directing "Straight Outta Compton" & "The Italian Job"
F. Gary Gray is recognized as one of the industry’s most prolific and versatile directors.
Entrepreneur, Investor, Activist, Producer, CEO of MACRO
Charles King is the founder and CEO of MACRO,
Iconic Tennis Champion, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist, Founder, Serena Williams Fund, 23-Time Grand Slam Winner
Serena Williams exemplifies courage, beauty, power and style, and has overcome insurmountable odds to win 23 career Grand Slams
Multi Award-Winning National and International CNN Correspondent
Sara Sidner is CNN's multiple award-winning national and international correspondent.
Host of The Cross Connection on MSNBC, Bestselling Author, Say It Louder: Black Voters, White Narratives, and Saving Our Democracy
Tiffany D. Cross is the host of The Cross Connection on MSNBC, the bestselling author of Say It Louder: Black Voters, White Narratives, and Saving Our Democracy (Amistad/HarperCollins) and a 2020 Resident Fellow at the…
Writer & Director, "Moonlight"
Barry Jenkins is a writer, director, and producer who is best known for his widely acclaimed film "Moonlight," which he co-wrote and directed. The film took the award for Best…
Civil Rights Activist & Former Executive Director of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC)
Ambassador, Congressman, Mayor, humanitarian, ordained minister, international businessman, and sports enthusiast, Andrew Young has been serving and shaping our country for almost 50 years.
Activist,Entrepreneur
Michael Render, pka Killer Mike, is a Grammy-award winning rapper, businessman and activist. He is one half of the hip hop duo, Run the Jewels, host of the Netflix series,…
Leading and Inspired Voice on Racial Justice
Austin Channing Brown is a speaker, writer and media producer providing inspired leadership on racial justice in America. She is the author of New York Times' bestselling I’m Still Here: Black Dignity…
First Black Civilian Astronaut
Dr. Proctor is a geoscientist, explorer, space artist, and astronaut.
Co-Chair of the JEDI Advisory Council and Member of the Board of Directors for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Cheslie Kryst is a complex civil litigation attorney licensed to practice law in North and South Carolina. Passionate about criminal justice reform, she has worked pro bono for clients serving excessive…
Actress in the CBS Hit Comedy 'Bob Hearts Abishola', 2021 NAACP Image Award Nominee
Nigerian-born actress Folake Olowofoyeku has won the ❤️ of critics and audiences alike with her title role in the CBS half-hour comedy Bob ❤️ Abishola.
Actress, Comedian, Writer, Host of Netflix's Emmy-Nominated Nailed It
Nicole is one of the most versatile and recognizable voices in the comedy landscape today. She currently stars as host of Netflix’s Emmy-nominated competition baking series Nailed It, which was just…
Famed Actor, Singer, and Songwriter, Starred as George Washington in the hit Broadway play Hamilton, Philanthropist
Known for his starring role as George Washington in Hamilton: An American Musical on Broadway, Bryan Terrell Clark shares life-changing lessons from his career on Broadway and work in arts education and philanthropy to…
Voice for Gender Equality
A powerful and versatile speaker, Zozibini Tunzi first gained national attention after delivering a memorable winning answer to host Steve Harvey during the 2019 Miss Universe competition. Zozi, as she…
Miss USA (2016), Captain in the U.S. Army Reserve, President and CEO of the Service Women’s Action Network (SWAN)
Deshauna Barber is a former Miss USA and award-winning international speaker, coach, and entrepreneur with a bold approach to inspiring and encouraging her audience. Deshauna uses her experience as an…
Former CEO & Chairman of the Board of the Xerox Corporation
Ursula Burns made history as the first Black woman to lead a Fortune 500 company when she became CEO of Xerox in 2009. Her journey from the lower east side…
First Black Woman to be a Gubernatorial Nominee of a Major Party in the U.S.
Political leader, voting rights activist, entrepreneur, and three-time New York Times bestselling author of While Justice Sleeps, Our Time is Now, and Lead from the Outside, Stacey Abrams made history and captured the nation's…
Legendary Baseball Player and Manager
Dusty Baker’s record-setting career as a Major League Baseball manager is legendary- Dusty was the first National League manager to earn "Manager of the Year" honors three times.
James Beard Award-winning Chef and Owner, Red Rooster, New York Times Bestselling Author
Marcus Samuelsson is the acclaimed chef behind many restaurants worldwide including Red Rooster Harlem, Red Rooster Shoreditch, and Marcus B&P. Samuelsson was the youngest person to ever receive a three-star…
Co-Host, The View, Host, Truth About Murder with Sunny Hostin, Attorney, Author, I Am These Truths
Three-time Emmy Award-winner Sunny Hostin has been a co-host of ABC’s morning show The View since 2016. Her debut book, I Am These Truths: A Memoir of Identity, Justice, and Living Between Worlds, features…
Former Linebacker, Pittsburgh Steelers
Ryan Shazier's story is one of inspiration, strength and courage. A 2014 first-round draft pick and two-time Pro Bowl selection, Shazier was partially paralyzed when he suffered a severe spinal…
20+ years Authority on Making Diversity a Business Advantage
Lenora Billings-Harris, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) is a CPAE Hall of Fame speaker and a recognized authority in the areas of inclusion, diversity, and bias.
Actress
Simone stars as Judge Lola Carmichael on the CBS series All Rise. She is one of the first black female leads in CBS network history. She stars opposite Anthony Mackie in…
Actress, "The Joker" and "Atlanta"
The German-born, American actress Zazie Beetz is best known for her co-lead role as Donald Glover's on-and-off-again girlfriend “Vanessa,” in FX Networks’ Golden Globe-winning series, “Atlanta.”
Academy-Award Winning Actress
Lupita Nyong'o made her acting debut with the short film East River and subsequently returned to Kenya to star in the television series Shuga (2009–2012).
Host, Author, Producer, Attorney and The Real Housewives of New York, Cast Member
Eboni K. Williams owns every space she enters and every role she fills. Unapologetically driven to give voice to the voiceless, her career is a demonstration of servant leadership at…
Oscar-Nominated Actress, Singer & Songwriter Emmy, Grammy, & Tony Award-Winning Performer
Cynthia Erivo is a multihyphenate tour deforce, captivating audiences with her award-winning music and acting, both on the stage and the screen.
CNN Host and Senior Legal Analyst, Constitutional Expert and AuthorCoates
Laura Coates is a CNN Host and Senior Legal Analyst who specializes in the intersection of civil rights and criminal prosecution.
Platinum-Selling Recording Artist, Songwriter, Author, Motivational Speaker; 2021 ACM New Male Artist of the Year Award Winner
While most well-known for his electric onstage musical performances, Jimmie Allen’s keen ability to tell inspiring and thought-provoking stories is unparalleled
Grammy Award-Winning Singer/Songwriter, Actress, Entrepreneur & Mental Health Advocate
Is there anything Michelle Williams can’t do? The beautiful and talented star has evolved many times in her life and she is nowhere near done.
Comedian, Political Satirist & Host of CNN's United Shades of America
Called "the most promising new talent in political comedy in many years" by The New York Times, socio-political comedian
Award-Winning Singer, Actress, Speaker and Philanthropist
Award winning singer, actress, speaker and philanthropist, Melba Moore's enduring talent has earned her a rewarding career in theater, television, music and film.
Former Reporter and Editor at the New York Times, is the best-selling author of the "Black Pearls"
Eric V. Copage was a reporter at the New York Times and has also been an editor at the New York Times Magazine. He is also a book author and…