Speakers
Chad The Choppa is a Chicago native and graduate of Texas Barber College. Owner of Chad The...Read more
Pastor Juanita Rasmus and Dr. Rudy Rasmus are authors, spiritual guides and humanitarians with a...Read more
Alva Adams is Executive Group Manager of Multicultural Business Alliance and Strategy; and...Read more
Yolanda Adams triumphantly carries the torch for contemporary gospel and inspirational music....Read more
Joseph Akintolayo is shaping the future of technology by creating ethical products that solve...Read more
Wes Alexander leads Travelers’ Workforce Solutions department, a trusted resource that provides...Read more
Based in Charlotte, Hugh Allen is responsible for providing strategic direction and sales...Read more
Dr. Lindsay Banks is the owner of Healthy Motives 365 located in Houston, Texas. The mission of...Read more
AJ Barkley leads Bank of America’s work to ensure broad-based and equitable access to lending...Read more
Xavier Becerra is the 25th Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services and the...Read more
Candice Marie Benlow is a multi-genre theologian who operates at the intersections of...Read more
Symoné B. is a highly successful government technology expert with over 15 years of experience...Read more
Aiko Betha is a leader, builder and connector who has successfully navigated leadership roles in...Read more
Tellis Bethel oversees TMNA’s strategic partnerships, philanthropic efforts, and diversity and...Read more
Kawanza Billy is a passionate facilitator, social impact consultant, and storyteller with 10+...Read more
Kimberly Blasingame has more than 20 years of HR experience, including leading a team of...Read more
Cynthia H. Bowman serves as the chief strategist for D&I and CSR globally for Bank of...Read more
Don Bright started his State Farm® career in 1994 as a summer intern and later...Read more
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure is administrator for CMS, where she oversees programs including Medicare...Read more
Steven Brown is responsible for executing Molson Coors’s DEI strategy across the US, Canada and...Read more
Nia Brown is a public policy professional and civil rights attorney whose professional and...Read more
Annterria Bruce is a board-certified women’s health nurse practitioner. She is the founder and...Read more
Swayzine R. Bryant is recognized as a trendsetter and trailblazer in fostering an equitable and...Read more
Dr. Robert D. Bullard is a distinguished professor of urban planning and environmental...Read more
Monique Carswell brings to Walmart nearly two decades of experience in philanthropy, marketing...Read more
Mac Stanley Cazeau is the owner and operator of Therapy Is for Everyone Incorporated,...Read more
For Benjamin Moore, Shernell Chism plays an integral role in developing policies and strategic...Read more
Nicholas Clark is CMO of WRLDINVSN. More than a clothing company, WRLDINVSN is on a brand...Read more
Ralph Clark is that rare technology company CEO who is equally committed to shareholder value...Read more
Kristen Clarke is the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of...Read more
Vinita Clements oversees the human resources needs of approximately 25,000 Nationwide associates...Read more
Nikki Clifton leads UPS’s global philanthropy, social impact, and international community...Read more
Dorian Cockrell is the Vice President and Central Program Officer in Global Philanthropy with...Read more
Some say doing business with friends is a bad idea. Delta Sigma Thea sorority sisters Kala...Read more
A native of Texas, Andrea earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of...Read more
Michelle Coley leads the development of programs and external partnerships that help drive...Read more
Lena Collins Hall brings more than 17 years of service and experience in DEI and change...Read more
Richard Cox is responsible for nine Delta customer engagement centers with approximately 6,000...Read more
Mark has practiced labor and employment law exclusively for more than 25 years, starting his...Read more
Tyla-Simone Crayton is the 19-year-old CEO of Sienna Sauce, a family-based business established...Read more
For Northwestern Mutual, Grady Crosby develops strategies, drives execution, and reports on...Read more
Aicha Davis was elected to the Texas State Board of Education, representing Dallas and Tarrant...Read more
Kevin Dedner is a public health executive with over 25 years of experience solving complex...Read more
Ray Dempsey Jr. joined Barclays in 2021 as the group chief diversity officer. In this role, he...Read more
Troy Dennis defines and delivers Mastercard’s North America product line strategy to deliver...Read more
Amy brings over 20 years of commercial banking experience in middle market, corporate banking,...Read more
Amanda Downey is a member of National Grid’s New England Leadership Team and serves as Vice...Read more
Nitasia Spirit Dupree is tech industry leader, senior accountant, entrepreneur, inspirational...Read more
Alfred A. Edmond Jr. is an accomplished session moderator, live interviewer and keynote speaker...Read more
EdChoice is a non-profit, nonpartisan organization driven to advance a K-12 education system...Read more
Byna Elliott is a seasoned financial executive devoted to caring for communities. As global head...Read more
Rodney Ellis was born and raised in Houston’s Sunnyside neighborhood, the proud son of a yardman...Read more
Keith Ellison has served as Minnesota’s attorney general since January 2019. He is the lead...Read more
Monsieur Chase Estevez founded Estevez Clothing Co. in 2017 while working in Afghanistan as a U....Read more
Tanina Ferreri began her career at Delta Air Lines as a third-year intern in 2021. In...Read more
LaTanya Flix is Senior Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) for the Greater...Read more
Tanisha C. Ford is a foremost voice on the intersection of politics, economics, and culture....Read more
Amber is a positive psychology, social & emotional learning, & well-being educator and...Read more
With over 20 years of tech industry experience, Shirelle Francis is known for her leadership in...Read more
Some say doing business with friends is a bad idea. Delta Sigma Thea sorority sisters Kala...Read more
Jonathan Greenblatt is CEO of ADL (the Anti-Defamation League), the world's leading anti-hate...Read more
Dominique Hamilton is a purpose-led entrepreneur and is the visionary creator of the Black Girl...Read more
Kyra Rénel is the founder and managing consultant of The Kyra Company, a business development-...Read more
Chanelle Hardy is a social justice, tech policy and civil rights expert. As head of Civil Rights...Read more
Jason Harrell leads DTCC’s global advocacy and engagement for cybersecurity and cyber resilience...Read more
Corlis Hill is an award-winning, purpose-driven marketing maven and DE&I enthusiast on a...Read more
Dr. Irishea Hilliard, also known as Dr. I, is a renowned figure in the ministry and a highly...Read more
Tony Hills was part of the National Football League for nearly a decade. In August 2008, he was...Read more
Patricia Hogan Williams has more than 30 years’ experience as an educator. She heads The Patrice...Read more
Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell is a board-certified physician, certified sleep specialist, and...Read more
In 2020, the Hollingsworth family launched the animated sing-along series “Gracie’s Corner” to...Read more
Tiffaney D. Hunter is an award-winning global marketing and communications visionary, leader,...Read more
Kelechi Ikemefuna oversees talent acquisition, talent management and diversity & inclusion...Read more
Angela holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Master of Science in Business...Read more
Wise Intelligent is an internationally known artist/activist, songwriter/producer, and the...Read more
Chris Jackson began his Shell career in Shell Chemicals as a Rail Technical Manager in 2012, in...Read more
Founded in 2016, the Austins-based DivInc is a non-profit tech startup ecosystem exclusively for...Read more
Melissa Jean-Baptiste is the author of "So This Is Why I'm Broke: Money Lessons on Financial...Read more
Latrisha Jemison oversees the Community Reinvestment Act and community development outreach in...Read more
Kenneth L. Johnson is a distinguished Diversity Recruiter and Career Services professional. He...Read more
Jeff is an impact strategist and architect of social solutions. The award-winning journalist and...Read more
Jamail Johnson serves as an educator, a fearless leader, author, success coach and a pioneer for...Read more
Nancy Flake Johnson is an advocate, educator, coach, collaborator, strategist, and champion for...Read more
Chereese Johnson provides consultation and advisement on D&I strategic plans and solutions...Read more
J the Therapist is a licensed professional counselor based in Texas. She aids individuals in...Read more
Shonda Johnson-Isaac began her career with Marriott 40 years ago, serving in various leadership...Read more
Lavone Jones leads all facets of human resources, employee engagement,...Read more
Bevon Joseph, originally from Trinidad & Tobago, relocated to the United States after...Read more
Dr. Doug Lawson is chief executive officer of St. Luke’s Health and senior vice president...Read more
Nicolaine Lazarre is an expert in nonprofit management, commercial law and corporate governance...Read more
Lorraine K. Lee is a top-rated career and business virtual keynote speaker and leader at the...Read more
Wil Lewis is leading Experian’s DEI and talent acquisition strategy by driving innovation in...Read more
In February 2022, the U.S. Senate confirmed Reta Jo Lewis as President and Board Chair of the...Read more
Reginald Lille II is the Houston Merrill associate market manager...Read more
Tanya Lombard is a highly accomplished and widely respected government relations and public...Read more
Prior to joining DoorDash, Traci Mack led DEI efforts for Meta's family of apps, including...Read more
Ogechukwu Madu is a real estate investor, author, and entrepreneur. As fund manager for The...Read more
Ange Matthews is an investor, investment coach, and the founder of the Happy Investor Method™, a...Read more
Deidre Mathis is a hotelier, author, and world traveler, and the first Black woman to own and...Read more
Etienne Maurice is a filmmaker, actor, and activist who is dedicated to using his creative...Read more
Andrew McCaskill is a culture analyst, inclusion champion and marketing executive. Before...Read more
Elite Image Tax and Notary Service, LLC (EI) is a professional comprehensive accounting firm...Read more
As the Harris County Attorney, Christian D. Menefee is the chief civil lawyer for the largest...Read more
Bemnet Meshesha is passionate about justice and equity. She is an experienced nonprofit...Read more
Sean Mickens leads Comcast’s government affairs and public policy team’s external engagement...Read more
At Shell, Kenyatta has more than 20 years of experience in environmental compliance and energy...Read more
Michelle Miller came aboard “CBS This Morning: Saturday” in July of 2018. Her work...Read more
Rita P. Mitchell, CEO, Rita P. Mitchell LLC
In a career spanning four...Read more
Marc H. Morial is President and CEO of the National Urban League, the nation's largest historic...Read more
Zerandrian S. Morris, MPH, (a/k/a ‘The Ignant Intellectual’ a/k/a ‘The Supreme Funny Acting...Read more
Dr. Jud Murchie leads research strategy and manages strategic initiatives for Wells Fargo’s...Read more
Tim Murphy oversees Mastercard’s law, franchise and integrity activities; its people and...Read more
Professor “Bee” Nance is a licensed CPA with over 15 years of professional experience in...Read more
Cedric Nash – “Your Millionaire Mentor” – is a serial entrepreneur and investor who educates,...Read more
Ashli Nelson leads a national legislative and community relations strategy to protect and...Read more
Michael Nordman has a strong background in community service, fundraising and PR/marketing. As...Read more
Tiffany Obeng is a lawyer and author of several educational and inspiring children's picture...Read more
Clint Odom leads the team responsible for shaping and advancing T-Mobile’s public policy agenda...Read more
Alfred Ojukwu is a senior surface specialist in health and life sciences who has been at...Read more
Shawn Outler is a seasoned executive with over 30 years of experience in the retail industry...Read more
Will Packer is one of Hollywood’s most influential record-breaking filmmakers. He has produced...Read more
Ed Patterson is currently responsible for 140 retail bank locations with a $34 billion balance...Read more
Jacqueline Patterson heads the Chisholm Legacy Project, a resource hub for Black climate...Read more
Tayvion Payton is a 26-year-old senior security engineer and content creator with a passion for...Read more
As a Bridge Fellow with The New Teacher Project, Marvin Pierre developed an alternative...Read more
Andreneka Pierre is a self-taught MUA with 6 years of experience, her specialty is glam &...Read more
As an Edward Jones financial advisor, Thomas Reed believes it's important to understand what...Read more
Louis L. Reed is a national social justice advocate and previously senior director of membership...Read more
Stevie Reid is a Dallas-based commercial beauty and fashion photographer, educator, and creative...Read more
Alex Rias, Esq. is an attorney, management specialist, policy strategist and advocate. At the...Read more
Cy Richardson is Senior Vice President for Programs at the National Urban League, the nation's...Read more
Dr. Sheri Riley spent 20 years creating marketing strategies for global superstars and companies...Read more
Judson W. Robinson III is a third-generation Houstonian with a varied and successful background...Read more
Kim Roxie has been at the forefront of celebrating the beauty of multicultural women since she...Read more
Sean Rugless is an accomplished executive with a passion for building innovative businesses and...Read more
Topeka K. Sam is also founder of TKS Ventures LLC and Faces & Voices Inc. and serves on the...Read more
Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali is the former interim chief of programs at the Union of Concerned...Read more
Christopher Senegal, also known as “Mr. Buy the Block,” has created a blueprint for high-impact...Read more
Ray B. Shackelford is passionate about creating equity for the Black community and ensuring that...Read more
For three decades, Aqeela Sherrills has worked to advance community ownership of public safety...Read more
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages is one of the largest Coca-Cola bottlers in the United States....Read more
Stephanie A. Smith is responsible for creating and executing a holistic internal and external...Read more
Kemba Smith Pradia went from college student to drug dealer’s girlfriend to domestic violence...Read more
Landi Spearman is a public speaker, executive coach, and small business owner in Houston. An...Read more
Cleveland Spears, III leads Spears Group, a full-service creative and advertising agency, and...Read more
Rhonda Spears Bell serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of the...Read more
Mac Stanley Cazeau is the owner and operator of Therapy Is for Everyone Incorporated,...Read more
Julie Su became Acting Secretary of Labor on March 11, 2023. She was previously confirmed by the...Read more
Xplosion Technology is a software engineer specializing in digital health products for...Read more
Dr. JaBaris Swain leads health systems integration at Janssen...Read more
Michelle Taylor Willis, host of the “According to Michelle” TV program and radio show (heard on...Read more
The Effective Communication Coach is a consultancy focused on transforming emerging and existing...Read more
Rep. Senfronia Thompson's legacy is one built from a strong principle of faith, an unwavering...Read more
Chris Thompson brings more than 20 years of broadcast experience to the BIN team in the areas of...Read more
Dr. Lynell Tippen Wright is a pharmacist with 20 years of pharmaceutical industry experience. In...Read more
Stacey Tisdale is a more than 20-year veteran TV broadcast financial journalist and financial...Read more
Elected in December 2015 and overwhelmingly re-elected in December 2019, Sylvester Turner is...Read more
NaeNaeTwins provide promotional services for marketing companies, brands, and artists using...Read more
Nadia C. Vanderhall is a marketing and finance expert and thought leader. With over a decade of...Read more
Chandra Vasser is responsible for leading efforts to develop a culture where all employees can...Read more
Jenny Vazquez-Newman is a leadership facilitator and the author of ...Read more
Laysha Ward is an accomplished C-suite executive with 30 years of leadership experience at...Read more
In 2018, Kyla Washington joined the City of Greenville Mayor’s Office as executive assistant and...Read more
Marlon Watts is CEO and Nicholas CMO of WRLDINVSN. More than a clothing company, WRLDINVSN is on...Read more
Gregory Wetstone is President and Chief Executive Officer of the American Council on Renewable...Read more
Meet Jason White: a man who uses passion, charisma, and people skills to succeed at business and...Read more
Felicia Williams is Macy’s Fellow for CEO Action for Racial Equity, a fellowship of seasoned...Read more
With over 15 years of thought leadership experience, Michelle Williams is a social impact and...Read more
Chasity M Williams is on a mission to drive meaningful growth through innovation. Her belief...Read more
Roland has 30+ years of transformational impact as a professional...Read more
Larry Williams Jr., serves as the Executive Director of Black Men Vote (BMV), a leading 501(c)3...Read more
Ryan Wilson is the CEO of The Gathering Spot, a private membership network that serves as a hub...Read more
Dr. Beverly L. Wright is an environmental justice scholar, advocate, author, and founder of the...Read more
Rev. Lennox Yearwood Jr. is a minister, community activist, and one of the most influential...Read more
Muhammad Younas’ vFairs is an all-in-one event management platform that powers virtual, hybrid...Read more