Speakers

Hello, I'm Jakayla, a person of many trades, but dance has always been my first love. I've been...Read more

At Journey’s Mother, beauty is a sacred ritual, not a rushed routine. We handcraft luxurious,...Read more

Alissa “Dr. Jay” Abdullah is Mastercard’s deputy chief security officer. In this role, she leads...Read more

Based in Charlotte, Hugh Allen is responsible for providing strategic direction and sales...Read more

For the past 20 years, Dedrick Asante-Muhammad has dedicated his career to tackling racial and...Read more

Dr. Jay Barnett is an esteemed author and widely acknowledged expert in mental health who is...Read more

Kordell Beckham captured the hearts of fans around the world with his Southern charm and a smile...Read more

Based in Atlanta, Jamila Bell is a talented content creator and filmmaker known for her...Read more

Justin M. Bibb is the 58th mayor of Cleveland, where he is leading...Read more

Tawanna Black is a visionary strategist, ordained pastor, and award-winning leader at the...Read more

Melissa Blount-Garner plays a pivotal role on the executive leadership team of the Fifth Third...Read more

Senator Sherrod Brown founded the Dignity of Work Institute in the Spring of 2025 to lift ...Read more

Stefanie Brown James leads the nation’s largest grassroots political action committee dedicated...Read more

Christopher Bruce is a lawyer and lobbyist who has dedicated his career to advancing civil...Read more

U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC), is a nationally recognized leader...Read more

Visionary. Innovator. Advocate. Angle Bush embodies the transformative  power of leadership...Read more

Valeisha Butterfield is a transformational leader at the intersection of tech, entertainment,...Read more

Melanie L. Campbell is the president & CEO of the National Coalition on Black Civic...Read more

Rock Entertainment Group (REG) is the parent company encompassing the Cleveland Cavaliers,...Read more

Tony Coles is a senior executive with 40 years of leadership experience in the media and...Read more

Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw is a professor of law at UCLA and Columbia University and a...Read more

Alan Curtis leads the Eisenhower Foundation in Washington, DC. Previously, he served as co-...Read more

A Detroit native, Laurence “LD” Dallas is a graduate of Clark Atlanta University with a degree...Read more

Eugene Daniels joined MSNBC in 2021 as an on-air contributor and senior political analyst before...Read more

Sarah De Guia brings a breadth of legislative, policy, and partnership experience to her...Read more

Suzanne de Passe began her career at Motown Records as the creative assistant to founder Berry...Read more

LaToyia Dennis is a dynamic and successful leader in the non-profit sector with nearly 20 years...Read more

I'm Maryam Dimson, a New York City native and the founder of Libertad Co NYC, a fashion and...Read more

Cherrelle J. Duncan, MPSA, is a public servant, strategist, and community builder dedicated to...Read more

Michael Eric Dyson is one of the nation’s most renowned professors, gifted writers, inspiring...Read more

Jotaka Eaddy is an award-winning strategist, advocate, and TV host with more than 20 years of...Read more

Alfred A. Edmond Jr. is an accomplished public speaker, conference panel moderator, and live-...Read more

DJ ELEKTRK (Nick Sneed, MBA) is an international brand and luxury event DJ, musician, and...Read more

Rev. Dr. Que English is a visionary leader and advocate, dedicated to addressing the social...Read more

Dr. Anthony Estreet serves as Chief Executive Officer of the National...Read more

Tiffany Eubanks-Saunders reports to the President of the Private Bank and is responsible for...Read more

Mecca Evans is a dynamic content creator with over a decade of experience in crafting relatable...Read more

Vincent Evans is a proven force in American politics and public service, currently serving as...Read more

Marvin B. Figueroa is an expert on the evolving public policy landscape and provides strategic...Read more

Dana Frank is president of TD Frank Family Properties, a third-generation family real estate...Read more

Marcia Fudge brings more than five decades of experience working with lawmakers, elected...Read more

Hard-hitting, inspiring, intelligent, honest, and direct—these words define the style and...Read more

Agnes Godwin Hall started her retail career in 1993 with roles in buying and planning at...Read more

Deanna Hamilton is a nationally recognized business leader with more than 30 years of experience...Read more

Danita Harris is a motivator, minister, community advocate, WKYC...Read more

Nik Harris (she/they) is a queer, gender non-conforming attorney,...Read more

Now in her sixth year of leadership—and the Urban League of Rochester’s 60th anniversary —Dr....Read more

Damon T. Hewitt has more than 20 years of civil rights litigation and policy experience, ...Read more

AJ Hikes (they/them) is a social justice advocate, community organizer, and TED Talk speaker. AJ...Read more

Emil Hill is a nationally respected communications strategist and the founder of The Cresheim...Read more

At age 15, Shaker Heights native Ethan Holmes launched Holmes Mouthwatering with his grandfather...Read more

D’Juan Hopewell is the host of BlackJacked, a podcast that explores how the civil rights...Read more

Michelle Hudgins is an accredited communications strategist with over 30 years of experience in...Read more

For UPS, La’Kerri Jackson leads strategy and initiatives that drive economic empowerment...Read more

At age 10, DJ Lily Jade is a popular DJ, published author, TV and radio personality, and a...Read more

Quentin James is the founder and president of The  Collective PAC, the nation’s largest...Read more

Frank James is a 17-year veteran of Marriott, recognized for his...Read more

Melissa Jean-Baptiste is a first-generation Haitian American and former New York City high...Read more

Dr. David J. Johns leads the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a civil rights...Read more

Stephanie Johnson is a 7th-generation Tennessean and the founder of 95 Counties, a nonprofit...Read more

Alencia Johnson is a sought-after cultural commentator, bestselling...Read more

Jeff is an impact strategist and architect of social solutions. The award-winning journalist and...Read more

Virginia Kase Solomón has dedicated her career to social justice and civil rights, leveraging...Read more

Megan “Meme” Kelly is a licensed beauty educator, kids’ hairstylist, and entrepreneur with over...Read more

Louis J. King II has over 30 years of experience in education, youth development, and workforce...Read more

Purple Haus is a creative intelligence and strategic communications advisory firm that partners...Read more

Shannon LaNier is an Emmy award-winning nationally syndicated television personality. The 6th...Read more

Litt is a dedicated social impact strategist and leadership advisor, driven by a deep belief...Read more

Darryl Lobban is a seasoned executive and public theologian with over a decade of experience...Read more

Dr. Raquel Martin is a licensed clinical psychologist, assistant professor, scientist, and...Read more

Professor Arthur Matthews is a long-time passionate educator. At the Penn State School of Labor...Read more

Daphne Maxwell Reid is best known as Aunt Vivian from...Read more

Michael P. McMillan has dedicated his life to public service. Since his appointment as head of...Read more

Michelle Miller came aboard “CBS This Morning: Saturday” in July of 2018.  Her work...Read more

Russ Mitchell is an award-winning journalist with more than 40 years of experience in national...Read more

Marsha A. Mockabee is the first female to serve as president and CEO of the 105-year-old...Read more

UnidosUS is the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United...Read more

Tim Murphy is vice chair for Mastercard, serving as an ambassador for the company globally and...Read more

Obi Okereke is a Seattle native and educator dedicated to enhancing financial literacy among...Read more

Andre M. Perry is a professor of practice of economics at Washington University of St. Louis. A...Read more

Green Book Global is the first and only Black travel review mobile app. After leaving his IT...Read more

Joey Price Joey Price is CEO of ...Read more

Mari Pumarejo leads Progressive’s comprehensive marketing strategy and defines the creative...Read more

Tim Reid is an Emmy-nominated actor, director, and producer who has appeared on television for...Read more

Cynthia Respert is an impact-driven AI strategist and business consultant, dedicated to...Read more

Kelley J. Robinson is a pioneering advocate for LGBTQ+ equality and social justice and the first...Read more

For over 13 years, Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to individuals facing...Read more

John W. Rogers Jr. founded Ariel Investments in 1983 at age 24 to focus on patient, value...Read more

Hailing from Dallas, TX, Trinity Ross is a proud alumna of Clark Atlanta University with a...Read more

Brandon Rule is a commercial real estate developer, investor, and entrepreneur committed to...Read more

Angela Rye is an award-winning host, social justice advocate, lawyer, commentator, and self-...Read more

Bakari Sellers is a two-time New York Times best-selling author,...Read more

David Shands is a dynamic force in the world of entrepreneurship, boasting a multifaceted...Read more

The Reverand Al Sharpton is one of the preeminent civil rights leaders of our time. In addition...Read more

Dr. Aomawa Shields is an astronomer, astrobiologist, and classically trained actor who uses her...Read more

Marva Smalls is a media and entertainment executive and...Read more

From New Haven, CT, Sanaa Smith is a rising Junior at Clark Atlanta University majoring in...Read more

Rhonda Spears Bell stands at the forefront of the movement for racial equity, shaping how the...Read more

Genaro Stewart is a dedicated advocate for community empowerment and public service. A former...Read more

A.M. The Queen is a Cleveland-based music artist and producer renowned for her soulful blend of...Read more

The Effective Communication Coach is an award-winning consultancy dedicated to transforming...Read more

Rylton Thomas is a celebrity wardrobe stylist and creative director renowned for his...Read more

Dr. Angela Thomas is a visionary executive with over two decades of global leadership experience...Read more

Samantha Tweedy is an executive, strategist, and attorney. Prior to...Read more

Booker T. Washington is a visionary real estate developer and investor. A former executive in...Read more

Brian Whittaker is a former federal executive and, most recently, the chief innovation officer...Read more

Maya Wiley is a nationally respected civil rights attorney who has litigated cases for the ACLU...Read more

Meet Patrice Williams-Lindo, a career strategist and CEO of Career Nomad, who helps high-...Read more

Ryan Wilson is a visionary entrepreneur and recognized thought leader who has redefined the art...Read more

Monica Womack leads and develops the business and community strategy for Toyota, overseeing all...Read more

John C. Yang is the president and executive director of Asian Americans Advancing Justice (AAJC...Read more