Aliyah Bah, as described by Paper Magazine, has been crowned as the Internet’s newest "It Girl." Creating a new sub-sect of fashion called AliyahCore, Aliyah has had an incredible impact on making alternative fashion mainstream, especially for black women. When she's not busy styling Lizzo in #aliyahcore , gracing the runway, or sharing the stage with your favorite artists, she captivates social media audiences and spreads her infectious love and positivity worldwide . Aliyah's interlude is a star on the rise and is having a blast doing it.

From a young age, Justice Baiden was unknowingly groomed to be the man he is today. As the child of Ghanaian parents, Baiden often heard music from various sects of Africa and reggae from island legend Bob Marley, cultivating an ear that welcomed diverse genres and styles. “I was exposed to different types of ideas, sounds and thoughts,” he says. Born in Atlanta, then moving to Ghana in early childhood and returning to Atlanta for the sixth grade, he learned to adapt and appreciate other cultures.

Justice attended Georgia State University, he and several friends formed Love Renaissance (LVRN), a name born from recognizing that tough guy and trap music was dominating airwaves and the crew wanted to provide tunes with varied emotions infused within them. Now, as LVRN’s Head of A&R, Baiden’s not exactly the finance man he went to school for. But he is doing more than well at handling his business.  LVRN has discovered and nurtured multi-platinum acts (Virginia singer DRAM and Atlanta singer/rapper 6lack), brokered a joint venture label deal with Interscope in 2017, and this year they aim to add further their creative efforts with their new marketing agency, Kids Against Cubicles.

" I want us to be one of the best brands to ever do it in lifestyle, not just music. It’s hard to do. We’re five Black guys who are checking our egos, splitting the money equally and doing what the rules before us said we couldn’t do. It’s possible to make a lot of money and history with your friends."

Ali Berman is a Partner and the Head of Digital Talent at leading global talent, entertainment and sports company UTA, where she focuses on representing the Internet’s brightest stars. Berman represents digital influencers and content creators, such as TikTok stars Charli and Dixie D’Amelio and their parents Marc and Heidi D’Amelio; the Internet’s “It-Girl” Emma Chamberlain; creator economy experts Colin and Samir; the queen of TikTok Alix Earle, Airrack, Jake Shane, Hyram Yarbro, Connor Wood (a.k.a. Fibula), Joshua Weissman; Girlbosstown (a.k.a. Robyn Delmonte) and many more.

Berman was featured in Variety’s 2021 “LA Women’s Impact Report,” The Hollywood Reporter’s 2021 “Next Gen” class, Variety’s 2015 class of “Hollywood’s New Leaders” and in Broadcasting & Cable’s “18 Under 34” list. Berman joined UTA in 2011 after beginning her career in the agent trainee program at ICM. She received her B.A. in English from Tufts University.

Victor Blackwell is an Emmy award-winning journalist, correspondent and co-anchors CNN This Morning Weekends with Amara Walker in Atlanta.

In 2020 Blackwell received an Emmy award in the category Outstanding News Analysis: Editorial & Opinion for his commentary “‘Infested,’ He Says,” about President Donald Trump’s description of Rep. Elijah Cummings’ Maryland district – his home district.

Blackwell has reported and anchored on-the-scene for many breaking news stories, including CNN’s Emmy-nominated coverage of the simultaneous shootings in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio, as well as the devastation in the Bahamas following Hurricane Dorian. He also played a pivotal role in the network’s reporting on the protests following the 2020 deaths of George Floyd and Rayshard Brooks. Blackwell also covered of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma (2017), the shooting at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando (2016), protests in his hometown of Baltimore following the death of Freddie Gray (2015) and the death of Georgia teen Kendrick Johnson (2013), among others.  

In 2018 Blackwell marked the 50-year anniversary of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s death by coordinating an exclusive interview with civil rights icons Ambassador Andrew Young and Reverend Jesse Jackson at the Memphis motel where King was gunned down. This was the first time the two visited together since King’s death.

Blackwell came to CNN in 2012 from WPBF 25 News in West Palm Beach, Fla., where he served as an anchor where he was honored with several regional Emmy nominations, two Telly awards, several Associated Press awards and honors from the Society of Professional Journalists. He also earned the prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award and the UNITY Award, both from the Radio Television Digital News Association, for a special report on the disproportionate dropout rate amongst young black men.

Prior to his tenure at WPBF, Blackwell worked for WTLV/WJXX in Jacksonville, Fla. He broke into journalism writing for the Community Times newspaper in Columbia, Md. He worked as a producer for Radio11 WBAL in Baltimore and as a co-producer for WHUT-TV in Washington. He also worked for WPMT-TV in York, Penn., and WHAG-TV in Hagerstown, Md.

Blackwell earned a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism from Howard University and in 2016 was named one of the University’s Top 150 Distinguished Alumni.

Tenicka is a Manhattan based writer and political strategist living a colorful life. She creates fashion, travel and lifestyle content. She served on the leadership teams of several advocacy organizations. With a masters degree in public policy, Tenicka served in the Obama Administration working on domestic policy issues like education, homelessness, and justice reform before fostering an online community that focuses on living a fun and fashionable life. Tenicka has traveled to well over 60 countries with her husband and daughter. You can follow her adventures on Pinterest [pinterest.com], Instagram, Youtube and Tik Tok  @TenickaB  

Pinky" Cole is a Jamaican-American restauranteur, community activist, and owner of the Slutty Vegan restaurant chain and Bar Vegan in Atlanta, Georgia. Cole is a culinary disruptor in the industry, transforming America's view of plant-based fast food and striving to make plant-based eating delicious, accessible, and enjoyable for vegans and flexitarians alike. 

In addition to her work in the food industry, Pinky is also a philanthropist and head of The Pinky Cole Foundation, which is committed to uplifting marginalized and underrepresented communities and breaking the cycle of poverty by providing access to resources and education to pursue their entrepreneurial goals. Pinky has been named to Restaurant Hospitality’s 2021 Power List, Forbes Next 1000, Entrepreneur Magazine’s Top 100 Powerful Women in Business List, LA Wire Influential Women of 2020, PETA’s 2021 Most Beautiful Vegan Celebrities List and Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 40 Under 40 List. Most recently, she has been included in the 2023 TIME100 Next List. 

In November 2022, Cole released her first cookbook, Eat Plants, B*tch — a compilation of 91 vegan recipes plus a selection of tips and tricks for vegan cooking and other plant-based substitutes — that is now available for purchase online and at bookstores across the country. Pinky has an upcoming book with HarperCollins called I Hope You Fail[harpercollinsleadership.com] (October 10 release), that details how her failures have driven her successes. To learn more about Pinky Cole, visit iampinkycole.com and follow @pinkycole on Instagram and @pinky907 on X (formerly Twitter). 

Samir Chaudry is an LA-based creator, entrepreneur and filmmaker. He and his business partner Colin Rosenblum host the “Colin and Samir Show,” a YouTube talk show and podcast that educates, empowers and encourages the next generation of creative entrepreneurs through interviews with leading creators.

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Steve Cohen is a partner and agent in the Motion Picture Talent department and head of the Atlanta office at UTA. His clients include Kevin Hart, Jessica Alba, Owen Wilson, and The Jonas Brothers, among others. Originally from New Jersey, Cohen attended Emory University.

Caitlyn Davis, affectionately known as Cait The Great, hails from the vibrant city of Atlanta, GA, and is a proud Alumna of The Florida A&M University. With a heart dedicated to empowering women in their career journeys, Caitlyn has become an influential figure in the world of social media. Her brand is a captivating blend of lifestyle, beauty, fashion, and entrepreneurship,encompassing the essence of her diverse interests and passions.

As an influencer, Caitlyn has carved her path by sharing not only her fashion and beauty insights but also by providing valuable advice and inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs. Her commitment to authenticity and creativity shines through her content, resonating deeply withher loyal following. Caitlyn's engaging and genuine approach has led to successful collaborations with various brands, allowing her to leave a lasting impression on each partnership she undertakes. In an industry where uniqueness is celebrated, Caitlyn stands out as a beacon of diversity, bringing her own flair and charm to everything she does. Her dedication to uplifting women and encouraging greatness in others has made her an inspiring role model for her audience and a cherished partner for brands seeking to align with an authentic and influential voice. With each venture, Caitlyn Davis continues to make a significant impact and leaves an indelible mark on the world of social media and beyond

Tyree Simmons, better known to the world as DJ Drama, is one of the most iconic voices in the history of hip hop. With a career spanning nearly 2 decades, the multi-platinum selling artist and DJ single handedly helped forever change the hip hop landscape with his legendary Gangsta Grillz brand, which has over 200 classic mixtapes to date with a plethora of hip hop heavyweights including Lil Wayne, T.I., Fabolous, Jeezy, Meek Mill and Chris Brown to name a few.As one third of Generation Now, DJ Drama added record executive to his resume. Along with his partners, Don Cannon and Lake Show, Drama is responsible for discovering and developing global superstars Lil Uzi Vert and Jack Harlow, to name a few.

In 2021, the Philadelphia-bred, Atlanta based superstar won his first GRAMMY for his work on Tyler The Creator’s CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, which helped give the Gangsta Grillz brand a new life, bridging the gap between hip hop fans old and new. Drama is now set to once again show the world why he is one of the greatest of all time with his 2023 album, I’M REALLY LIKE THAT

Audley ‘Fly Guy DC’ Feemster Jr. is an American host for radio and television based in Atlanta, Ga.

DC is an outgoing, energetic soul, and the youngest radio personality to host a prime-time radio show in a Top 10 market. The affluent host and personality passion for bringing people together with music has catapulted him into success, and he has partnered with major organizations & Fortune 500 companies including the Atlanta Hawks, Amazon, Lexus, Fresh Empire, Foot Locker, and YouTube to name a few.

Recognized by The State of Georgia as an Outstanding Citizen and named as one of the Top 20 Millennials in Atlanta, Fly Guy DC's hosting abilities have captivated crowds of over 35,000+ attendees. In 2022 & 2023, he served as the main stage host of The Revolt Music Conference, BET’s Takeover of One Music Festival, The Crew League Season 4, and Executive Producer of Season 5. DC credits his success to the Atlanta community. When he’s not on stage hosting you can find him pampering mothers at his Annual Mother's Day Giveback, mentoring college students wanting to get into media, or hosting pep rallies and career days at your local elementary, middle, and high school.

Levetta Futrell joined the Atlanta Hawks in 2023, as VP, Entertainment Industry Relations. Futrell books and oversees the management of halftime music acts, which have included Gucci Mane, Ne-Yo, and Marvin Sapp. Futrell is responsible for leading the company’s influencers/content creator initiative. Hawks brand integrations in tv/film/videos/live concerts falls under her list of responsibilities. Futrell partners with the tv/film community creating filming opportunities within State Farm arena.

Prior to joining the Atlanta Hawks, Futrell spent years as an independent talent producer consulting for media companies including BET, CNN, TV One, & VH1, securing celebrities, musicians, athletes, and comedians.

Prior to Futrell going on her own, she secured her first tv job on “The Queen Latifah Show”, as a talent producer, the duration of its run. While at “The Queen Latifah Show” Futrell worked with A-List talent Angela Bassett, Dolly Parton, Gloria Estefan, and Kevin Hart. 

Futrell began her career at Interscope Records in Los Angeles, in the marketing department. She credits Interscope Records and the music industry for laying the foundation for her to be the successful executive that she is today.

A Chicago native, Futrell is a graduate of Northern Illinois University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and a minor in Journalism.

Allyiah Gainer, also known as Allyiah's Face, is a prominent figure on YouTube and an influential socialite. With a dedicated following of over 1.7 million, her audience eagerly watches her every move and enthusiastically supports her latest discoveries. While Allyiah is a trusted digital creator; she's also an exceptional host and on-air talent. YouTube recognized her skills and has handpicked her to conduct over a dozen interviews with industry powerhouses like Emma Grede and events such as YouTube's prestigious annual Brandcast conference, captivating a live audience of over 10,000 people. As her audience continues to grow exponentially, Allyiah is cementing her name into digital history by inspiring her followers to aim higher and always prioritizing her impact above her influence

Barry "Hefner" Johnson is co-founder and President of record label, management, and publishing company Since the 80s Records. As a natural-born entrepreneur and leader with a keen eye for undiscovered talent, Barry established his name in the music industry for discovery, development, and determining who has what it takes to be a star. Genius rap duo EarthGang, mastermind lyricist JID, pop-star-in-the-making Njomza, emerging star Sofaygo, and rap wunderkind Metro Maars are some of his most established clientsto date.

The Atlanta-born record executive was initially a rapper before managing talent. His grandfather, a disc jockey, instilled in him an early love for music, but at 24, he chose to be a businessman, not an artist. After moving to Pittsburgh in 2005, Barry began interning at ID Labs Studios―where soon-to-be rap superstars Wiz Khalifa and Mac Miller were beginning their careers―and throwing massive parties to fund the management company he started, Fab 5 MGMT. Working with Wiz and Mac on the ground level helped hone his marketing skills and the needed presentation to break a new act.

As someone who made music prior, Barry knows what to look for in the next generation of talent and how to groom those artists from unknown to the stars of a movement. He sees himself as a visionary coach, like a Phil Jackson, looking for the next Michael Jordan. After moving back to Atlanta from Pittsburgh, he co-founded Since the 80s Records with Zekiel “Zeke” Nicholson, a Pittsburgh native who was a hungry young manager that started as a Fab 5 intern to becoming a partner, and KeiSaundra 'Kei” Henderson, another manager-turned-music executive. Since The 80s entered a jointventure with Motown/Capitol Records in 2018.

Meet Ayana: a creator that illuminates the beauty of living on your own terms. Hailing from the vibrant city of Atlanta, GA, Ayana stands as a shining inspiration of beauty, inspiration, and self-discovery in the Gen-Z landscape. Her narrative is a symphony of resilience, creativity, and audaciousness. A testament to how a seemingly small decision—to share makeup moments—can blossom into a movement that empowers thousands.  

Her story began with the shared love of beauty and makeup with her mother. In a world where dark-skinned beauty was underrepresented, these moments of connection became cherished childhood memories.  

Like many, Ayana pursued higher education, only to realize that it wasn't her true calling. She rejected the conventional path, leading her toward the uncharted territory of social media. What started as relatable college content on TikTok evolved into a platform for her genuine passion: makeup, beauty and simply being herself.

When inspiration struck, she embarked on a journey that would define her brand: a $10 desk transformed into a makeup vanity and TikTok videos that revealed her artistry in real-time.  

Today, Ayana isn't just a beauty influencer; she's "your beauty bestie." With a digital community of over 380,000, and has partnered with renowned brands like Sephora, Nordstrom, L’Oreal, Garnier, and MAC.

She's a guiding light for those who seek both beauty and life on their own terms. Through her captivating storytelling and artistry, she paints a canvas of empowerment, inspiring others to craft their lives limit-free and fearless.

Atlanta native Rachel Jackson, serves as the Artist and Livestream Partnerships manager at YouTube & YouTube Music. As a proud alumni of Clark Atlanta University and member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., community development on a global scale exists at the forefront of her being; while she leads programs such as Future Insiders, YouTube Avenues and her team represents the best and brightest musical talent across the world.

 Brytavious Lakeith Chambers, known professionally as Tay Keith, is an American record producer and songwriter. He is best known for co-producing Travis Scott's 2018 single "Sicko Mode", peaking at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, as well as Drake's "Nonstop", BlocBoy JB's "Look Alive", and Eminem’s "Not Alike" which peaked respectively at number 2, 5, and 24 on the Hot 100. He is signed to a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music and is a BMI member. He was nominated for Best Rap Song for his work on "Sicko Mode" at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards.

Atlanta-based for 16 years now, Cameron Kirkland—infamously known as Cam Kirk—has transformed the city into his throne. Cam picked up the camera for the first time over 10 years ago, around the same time he was attending Morehouse College for Business Marketing.

Getting his start working with iconic trap artists such as Gucci Mane, Migos, 21 Savage, Future,Young Thug, etc. in the iconic home of Hip-Hop, Kirk was cultivating creativity behind the scenes in the music industry and in culture. Over the past few years he has taken the commercial photography space by storm working with some of the largest companies in the world including Coca Cola, Nike, Puma, Airbnb, Meta, Budweiser, NFL, MLS, NBA, and more to name a few.

Throughout his journey as a photographer, he realized the city was still missing something—a safe place for creatives to advance their skills, market themselves and network. And so in 2017, Cam Kirk Studios was born! A few years later Cam Kirk Studios is now a staple within the Atlanta community, averaging over 500 appointments a month.

Most recently, Cam launched Collective Gallery, a label like company for photographers. Through signing artists, Cam will invest in these photographers’ future just like you would the next best rapper.

An established industry veteran in financial services, Mathilda Lambert has over 15 years of experience, which includes leading consumer banking teams while managing a client portfolio over $165 million in assets. She currently serves as Vice President, Community and Business Development at JP Morgan Chase. In this role, she plays a key part in spearheading efforts to drive community transformation through social impact and economic development initiatives, with a focus on financial health education.

Mathilda's contributions have earned her recognition as a 2023 40 under 40 honoree by The Atlanta Business Chronicle, highlighting her purpose-driven leadership and impact within the Atlanta community. Prior to this, she was honored by the Alumni Association at Georgia State University, joining the distinguished class of "40 Under 40" inductees for this year.

Beyond her professional achievements, she is a dedicated advocate for positive change through a myriad of leadership roles. She currently serves on the Board of Georgia State University's Women Lead, offering her strategic guidance to empower the next generation of female leaders and is an Advisory Board member for Strive, where she leverages her expertise to advance the organization's workforce development mission.

Her philanthropic efforts include volunteering with Junior Achievement, mentoring entrepreneurs through the Atlanta Hawks She Leads Program, supporting Hosea Feed the Hungry, and contributing to Year Up's mission of empowering young adults. In her leisure time, Mathilda broadens her global perspective by exploring diverse cultures through travel.

Dubbed the King of the Youth, Baylen Levine is a charismatic and talented 22-year-old YouTuber from Atlanta, Georgia. He’s a relatable and endearing creator who has gained a large and dedicated fanbase with his unique and entertaining content, which includes wholesome pranks, hilarious skits, and vlogs that give a glimpse into his daily life. This large fanbase spreads across multiple platforms, including YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram with over 10 million followers combined. He frequently collaborates with other popular creators such as Jidion, Kai Cenat, and his friend and fellow Atlanta native, Lil Yachty. Known for his relatable, down-to-earth personality and his ability to connect with his audience, Baylen is also passionate about living a clean lifestyle, abstaining from drugs and alcohol, and is a strong advocate against vaping. He has created a successful merchandise collaboration in partnership with Zumiez, called “Frick Vape” which promotes this message of abstinence and encourages his young Gen Z audience to make healthy choices. With his infectious personality and entertaining content, Baylen will continue to be a powerful source of positivity among our youth.

India Love is an American model who gained popularity by blogging on Tumblr in the early 2010s. With over five million followers across social media platforms, India Love managed to become one of the most popular influencers occupying social media by simply being herself. Always ready to reveal a piece of herself at a moment’s notice.

India’s instant influence gained the attention of executives at the BET Networks and she was granted the opportunity to create a reality TV show following herself and her sisters, also known as the First Family of Social Media called “The Westbrooks”. As she gained notoriety, India became involved in the music industry, through friend and mentor Will.i.am [will.i.am] of the Black Eyed Peas. India is all about confidence, relatability and celebrating womanhood. As her influence has grown so has her career, India starred alongside names like Lamar Odom and NeNe Leakes in Season 1 of BET's College Hill : Celebrity Edition, in addition to reality TV, India's acting career has taken off as a lead alongside Romeo Miller and Kandi Burruss on streaming service allBLK and Amazon Prime's TV Show - A La Carte. Her stunning appearance and instant influence has caught the eyes of brands like Skims, Liquid IV, Pretty Little Thing, the National Football League, Forever 21, Savage x Fenty, AREA and most recently True Religion where she will star alongside Quavo in their national holiday campaign. Her rise in popularity has emphasized her ability to attract and appeal to a mainstream audience. As she has continued to expand from a social media sensation to a multi-hyphenate business woman and celebrity star with endless possibilities ahead.

Emmanuel Massillon (b. 1998 in Washington D.C.) is an African American conceptual artist who works in several different mediums including painting, photography, and sculpture. With these varying mediums, He explores the complex history of race, identity, culture and it's the relation to people of African descent. Massillon's upbringing in the inner city of Washington D.C. shapes the unique narrative that he strives to convey through his work, which is introducing others to new ideas by creating work from day-to-day life to politically charged topics. With this, he aims for his viewers to start and explore conversations that may or may not have been previously spoken about. Language and materials is very much an important part of his work; he uses many visual puns and many examples of street vernacular which adds to the overall experience of his artwork. The use of language and puns is directly inspired by many genres of African- American music such as Jazz, R&B and Rap music which Massillon believes to be one of the main preservers of black culture in America. The materials used in his work vary from bullet shells, dirt, found objects and wood which act as a way to express his perception of the world by using materials found in his own environment and cultural history.  With influences as diverse as folk art, music, art history and African history . Massillon uses many reference points to get his ideas across to his viewers, in a simple yet evoking manner. When he isn't working on creating artwork Massillon can be found curating shows to shed light on artists looking to share a similar narrative as him. Massillon currently attends The School of Visual Arts (SVA) in New York City and is pursuing a BFA in Fine Arts. In recognition of his academic and artistic accomplishments, Massillon was selected as a recipient of the Silas H. Rhodes Scholarship and is a recipient of the District of Columbia Commission on the Arts and Humanities Exhibitions (Curatorial) Grant. Massillon currently lives and works between New York City & Washington DC.

April McDaniel is the owner and founder of Crown + Conquer, a trailblazing agency partner to global brands with a current client roster that includes Spotify, Amazon Studios, and Google. Woman-owned and minority-led, Crown + Conquer has quickly and quietly made a name for itself, scaling rapidly in just six short years to 40 employees. April’s team at Crown + Conquer is unapologetically authentic. They push brands outside their comfort zone, connecting brand truths with human truths to bring them to life and forge real connections with consumers.

Crown + Conquer is setting new industry standards with brave, bold creative. The agency is built on three principles. We have a point of view. We live in our truth. We overdeliver for our clients. Each member of April’s team brings a unique perspective, and everyone’s voices are harmonized cohesively under her strategic leadership.

The agency’s impressive roster represents clients who come for new ideas and seek guidance to stand out with an intentional message against a sea of same. Whether developing strategy, leading influencer marketing programs, or bringing experiential platforms to life, April serves as the editor-in-chief, guiding a team of envelope pushers and status quo slayers to connect brand messaging with cultural insight.  

April began her career at Strategic Group, where she worked directly for Jason Strauss and Noah Tepperberg as they built the company into one of the most powerful brands in hospitality. With an innate ability to find the through line that resonates with audiences, she drove event strategy for clients including Nike, Coca Cola, and Sprite; executed pioneering brand collaborations including Hennessy Artistry and Heineken Red Star; and played a key role in the grand openings of Las Vegas Tao, Tao Beach, LAVO, and Marquee Nightclub & Day Club at the Cosmopolitan. Subsequently, she led nationwide expansion of Game Seven as Director of Operations and served as point person for influencer and experiential strategy on the Beats by Dre account.

April is fiercely private and passionate about giving back. Recently, she launched the Chase the Crown Business Summit, which gives small businesses and innovative brands the opportunity to win seed money and gain unparalleled exposure. She lives in Southern California with her two sons and earned her BA from Temple University.

Justin “Meezy” Williams is the CEO/Founder of Meezy Ent LLC. A promotional company that specializes in marketing, events, music promo, and fundraisers. Meezy grew up in Stone Mountain, Georgia and went to Stone Mountain High School. Although unable to finish high school he turned his sights on his talents, promotion. This was the birth of Meezy Ent and he began his own promo team for high-school parties and then college parties. These parties set the foundation for all things Slaughter Gang, a joint venture he helped start with his now Grammy Award winning artist, 21 Savage.

Meezy is not only an amazing manager but he is also a passionate and active community leader in Stone Mountain where he was raised. He and 21 Savage have worked together for the last 7 years giving back to the community doing back to school drives, Thanksgiving dinners, and Christmas events. Not only does Meezy help out his community by standing up and speaking out for the youth, he is also a very proud father to a son who he is grooming to take over in the years to come.

Madison Mohn, a member of JPMorgan Chase’s Sports and Entertainment team, manages talent activations and sponsorships. She leverages her passion for content creation and personal branding to help oversee marketing efforts across JP Morgan’s Consumer and Community Bank. Prior to joining JP Morgan Chase, she spent several years in the collegiate sports licensing industry, where she launched and managed numerous consumer products partnerships, as well as a student ambassador program, for a Big Ten school. With a Bachelor’s of Science in Fashion Business Management from The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, Madison has always held keen interest in the intersections of art, culture, and business.  

Atlanta-based record label Generation Now is built on a new foundational infrastructure for the young creative economy and by a trio of proven music vets – Philadelphia, PA natives Tyree “DJ Drama” Simmons and Don Cannon and Los Angeles bred Leighton “Lake” Morrison. They are focused on empowering and incubating artists in their own creative habitat without altering their vision. Although the Generation Now moniker speaks volumes based on its Millennial and Gen Z roster, it spawned from the title of a 2004 Aphilliates mixtape series led by Drama and Cannon; with its debut release hosted by Kanye West, Joe Budden and Jae Mills. What started as a recording project is now a burgeoning entertainment empire with a diverse stable of fresh talent that includes Lil Uzi Vert, Jack Harlow and Killumantii, to list a few.

Their street cred for predicting what’s new and what’s next has been well documented and each member has held an executive corporate office position at a major label, therefore establishing their own was a logical progression. Each partner compliments the other by bringing a unique charisma that fits the shifting landscape of the industry.

Drama is at the forefront as the dot-connecting spokesman, while Cannon assumes the role of resident creative and Lake brings the balance of strategic and artistic thinking, however they are equal contributors in every aspect of the organization. From strategic brand development, management and touring, to in-house production, A&R, publishing and copyrighting, Generation Now, in partnership with Atlantic Records, is a self-contained entity.

The company’s roots are definitively in DJ’ing (spinning and breaking records) in addition to launching the careers of the artists behind the hits. Throughout the dawn of the new millennium, both Drama and Cannon helped to increase the global influence of numerous stars including Young Jeezy, T.I. and Lil Wayne, sparking a musical transformation. During the same era, Lake, a former Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam Records intern, was integral to navigating the successful campaigns of artists like Freeway, Young Gunz, Tha Dogg Pound, Bobby Valentino and Drama. As a collective result, their impact on the culture can’t be overstated. They are all natural born leaders and are guided by the philosophy that if you don’t have control, you don’t have power.

In the digital age of oversaturation, Generation Now thrives in consumer engagement by focusing on long-term growth with a business model that’s based on quality, inclusive talent, individuality, transparency and authenticity. Their vision is underwritten by a shared passion of mapping a legacy.

Alongside the label, Generation Now has a diverse portfolio of ventures that are in alignment with their brand values. In addition to real estate projects, one of which includes expanding their studio and office space, they are investors in Ju-Tox Juice Bar with multiple locations across the country.

Serving as the voice of innovation and change, which reflects the customs and culture of the artistic community, Generation Now is another step forward in an already revolutionary music history.

James Morrissey, founder of Global Brand Equities (GBE), is a leading producer, owner, and operator of disruptive consumer brands in the spirits industry. The GBE portfolio consists of investments in brands that live in high-growth categories and is responsible for some of the industry’s most successful product launches globally. The company continues to innovate and evolve beyond the average industry standard, resulting in the creation of some of the best-known brand names of our generation, and has become the business partner to some of the world’s best-known names in entertainment, including Kevin Hart, Post Malone, A$AP Rocky.

Always focused on delivering products at the highest level of quality, the growing portfolio includes Gran Coramino Tequila, one of the most successful ultra-premium launches of a liquor business in American history.

Others in the portfolio include the award-winning Maison No 9 French Rosé, Mercer + Prince Canadian Whisky and Sunny Vodka. The company is focused on aggressive future growth in high volume categories.

Joshua can most recently be seen on HBO's hit series BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW. Previously, he booked a supporting role in the A24 film EARTH MAMA, but had to respectfully pass due to covid. Joshua can be seen in a SAG short film, WOULDN'T MEAN NOTHING, directed and starring Tristan Mack Wilds and Shannon Thorton. Joshua was named one of the New Faces of Comedy by Just for Laughs festival in 2022 and he made Tik Tok's inaugural Showbiz List highlighting creators making waves in the entertainment industry. Joshua has been Meisner Trained and is currently training with the Rachel Adler Studio.

Joshua also wrote a short film of his own that has amassed over 400k views on social media & made it to a private film festival in Los Angeles. He loves to write music, played football at the University of Oklahoma and loves to box

Cheryl Paglierani is a Partner and music agent at the renowned global talent and entertainment powerhouse, UTA. Her illustrious career has been defined by an uncanny knack for spotting emerging talent and transforming rising artists into megastars. With an impressive roster featuring luminaries like Post Malone, 21 Savage, Chance The Rapper, deadmau5, Dominic Fike, SAINt JHN, YG, Jessie Murph, Flo Milli, Kenny Mason, and more, Paglierani has consistently pushed the boundaries of the music industry. Her pivotal role in the trajectory of Post Malone, whom she signed early in his career, underscores her exceptional talent for nurturing and shaping the careers of music's brightest stars. Paglierani was elevated to the position of Partner at UTA in October 2020.

Nya-Gabriella is the Brand Partnerships Director at Digital Brand Architects, a leading digital influencer management company. Every day she's connecting your favorite brands with your favorite influencers!

Nya-Gabriella began her career as a community manager for beauty brands engaging with fans, identifying super fans, bloggers, and celebrities to gift products, and developing content calendars from concept to execution.

As the industry quickly evolved, she has evolved as well. From tapping influencers to create content or consulting small businesses on their social media strategies. She has experience developing influencer programs big and small for brands such as The Macallan, Aperol, Maserati, PANDORA Jewelry, and more! Nya-Gabriella's passion for the influencer space led her to her current position at DBA.

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Rich Paul is the CEO and founder of KLUTCH Sports Group, the powerhouse agency representing some of the biggest athletes across major professional sports. Paul founded KLUTCH Sports in 2012 in his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio, where he forged a unique and personal approach to representing top NBA talent – putting athletes first and empowering them to build careers and brands on and off the court.

In 2019, KLUTCH Sports partnered with United Talent Agency (UTA). Paul serves as UTA’s Head of Sports and is an agency partner, and was appointed to UTA’s Board of Directors in 2020. In 2019, Paul was named GQ’s “PowerBroker of the Year” and “The King Maker” on the cover of Sports Illustrated. In 2021, TIME recognized KLUTCH Sports on its first-ever list of TIME100 Most Influential Companies, and Variety recently named Paul to their “Variety500” list of the most influential business leaders shaping the global media industry. Paul is also credited with driving the reversal of the so-called “Rich Paul Rule,” which would have banned agents without a college degree from representing NCAA student athletes.

In 2021, Paul and three former Nike executives formed a company called ADOPT, a creative agency focused on sport, wellness, nutrition, tech and other consumer facing products. Paul joined the Board of Trustees of LACMA, the Board of Directors of Funko, the Board of Directors of Designer Brands Inc. in 2022 and the Board of Directors of Live Nation in 2023. Paul is also a minority partner of The SpringHill Compan

Dan Porter is the CEO and co-founder of Overtime, a creator of disruptive sports IP and the leading sports brand and community for the next generation of fans. Porter has previously built companies in mobile gaming, education, media and marketplaces and has generated multiple exits for his investors over the course of his career.

Before Overtime, Porter served as Head of Digital at William Morris Endeavor (WME) where he built out the first and leading digital talent arm representing hundreds of top creators. Porter also founded and led numerous startups including OMGPOP, a gaming company that sold for $200MM and TicketWeb, a ticketing company that sold for $40MM. Additionally, he was also the creator of Draw Something, a mobile gaming app which was downloaded 250 million times.

Porter spent his early career in education as a public school teacher in Brooklyn, and as a member of the early team of Teach For America and eventually as its President.

Porter graduated from Princeton University and has a master’s degree from New York University where he is also currently an adjunct associate professor.

Kawan “KP The Great” Prather is a Multi-Disciplinary Powerhouse: A Music Executive, A DJ, A Producer, A Soundtrack Curator, A Songwriter and A Media Personality.

With a music career that spans over two decades, KP made his mark on popular culture discovering and nurturing talent as a young executive at LaFace Records, Arista, Columbia Records, Sony Music and Atlantic Records. His career skyrocketed when he received A&R credit for seminal OutKast classics, which have since reached Diamond or Multi-Platinum status. The Atlanta native oversaw the breakout of acts P!nk and Usher while simultaneously launching his own Ghet-O-Vision imprint where he signed the future “King of the South” Clifford “T.I.” Harris and the YoungBloodz. A former artist himself, KP also achieved early success by personally signing Killer Mike, John Legend, YelaWolf, Kap G and others. Behind the board with Malay [Frank Ocean, Alessia Cara], he co-produced John Legend’s platinum-certified, GRAMMY® Award nominated “Green Light” [feat. André 3000], Fantasia’s “The Thrill Is Gone” [feat. CeeLo Green], Jamie Foxx’s “15 Minutes,” Big Boi’s “Something’s Gotta Give” [feat. Mary J. Blige] and more. In 2016, KP took home a GRAMMY® Award for “Best Rap Song” as the co-writer on Kendrick Lamar’s anthem “Alright” alongside Pharrell.

Under the moniker KP The Great, the legendary creative has blazed a new trail as one of the industry’s most in-demand and influential DJs. A master on the decks, he’s lit up the stages of Rolling Loud, ComplexCon, the Atlanta Jazz Festival and as the headlining turntablist for One Music Fest (OMF). The top billing DJ, who is no stranger to massive audiences or the OMF main stage, flexed his artistic excellence in 2016 when he made history by directing the Dungeon Family Reunion set. Fast forward to 2019, the unstoppable force returned bringing along some of his "Super Friends,” Usher and Pharrell, where attendees witnessed explosive moments further cementing KP The Great’s untouchable reputation. His extraordinary and wide-ranging career has led to speaking engagements on high-profile panels including SXSW, REVOLT Summit and RIDEcon as well as features in some of today’s leading music and lifestyle media outlets such as Complex, DJ Mag, Bossip, Stupid Dope, Rolling Out and Upscale Magazine.

Currently serving as Head of Music at Pharrell’s i am OTHER imprint, everything KP does is quite literally, GREAT!

Jason Rembert is an accredited fashion stylist and designer. Jason’s portfolio is reflective of some of the the industry top leading A listers. He is best known for his bold and inventive style choices, which often incorporate bright colors, unexpected textures, and eye-catching accessories. Rembert’s work is often showcased in high profile publications including Vogue, Elle, and Harper's Bazaar. In addition to his work as a stylist, he is also the designer of Aliette and has collaborated with brands such as H&M and Bailey’s Grand Mariner.

Rembert’s unique fashion sense has made him a highly sought after figure in the industry. He has been praised for his ability to create unforgettable looks that are both daring and elegant. His work graces most red carpets,music videos, and fashion runways around the world.

In 2019, Rembert was named one of the most influential stylists in Hollywood by The Hollywood Reporter. He was also recognized by the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) for his contributions to the industry and won the award for his work with Lizzo “Watch out for the Big Grrrrls” Excellence in Variety, Reality-Competition, Live Television in 2023.

With his innovative designs and keen eye for fashion, Jason Rembert has become one of the most influential figures in the world of style and design.

Entrepreneur and Restaurateur, Pinky Cole launches a new creative ThinkTANK roundtable event series ‘American Sesh’ where she invites her celebrity friends, corporate executives and everyday Americans into a room to ideate and collaborate while building big ideas!

No cameras, no phones, only a pen and a pad. It doesn’t matter how much money they have or their status. Everyone just locks in and build.

American Sesh is about pushing collective innovation for the culture. A roundtable where your mind is your currency.

Zeny Shifferaw, Global Content Partnerships Lead, Inclusion Zeny (@ZenysWorld) is the Global Inclusion Content Partnerships Lead at Pinterest. She focuses on leading creator and content partnerships globally that bring more diversity and representation to Pinterest. Through programs like the Creator Inclusion Fund, Zeny and her team focus on increasing pathways to success for partners from historically marginalized communities. 

Zeny‘s combined love of community building, cultivating relationships, and sharing untold stories has led to her career curating connections between rising talent and global brands in the integrated marketing space. 

With over a decade working with prestigious global brands – like American Express and P&G – she has also built diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies and roadmaps to foster greater representation and equity between creators and brands - and within every organization she’s worked for, leading to her being honored as a 2021 Female Frontier for Championing Change by Campaign Magazine. 

A proud Nor-Cal native living in NYC, Zeny loves discovering new coffee shops in her Harlem neighborhood and immersing herself within cultures around the globe. Currently, she’s pinning Nail Vibes to inspire her monthly nail looks and vacation hairstyles to her HairForIt board.

As a strategic advertiser Joshua Smith has spent years of his career crafting creative and strategically fine-tuning brand messages for a variety of audiences and platforms. With a background in traditional advertising (VMLY&R) his expertise in social-media strategy has been most popularly used over the years as one of the creative voices and minds behind many successful branded campaigns and industry categories.

Currently as a Sr. Creative Strategist at Hartbeat, Smith has led the creative strategy and production behind many innovative campaigns with a focus on maximizing platforms, diversifying talent and more. At the end of the day Smith works behind this mantra – “I just want to make dope stuff with dope people.”

Taylor Stukes is a Strategic Partner Manager on the Creator Partnerships team @ Instagram where she has spent the last 4 years identifying & developing the next wave of digital talent. Taylor always had a passion for everything digital, starting her career in the advertising industry before shifting her focus to the creator space with a role in influencer marketing. Prior to Instagram, she worked with fashion & lifestyle talent to develop their affiliate marketing strategy. Taylor is an alumnus of the University of Virginia where she earned her B.A. in Media Studies. She is originally from New York but currently calls Los Angeles home.

Manni Supreme, who is also known as the most energetic entertainer is one of the most electrifying host of his generation. While being a radio personality here for Radio One’s Hot 107.9, he is a graduating senior at Georgia State University where he is the director of all live events on campus. He has coordinated concerts and artist pop up surprises on multiple college campuses including Morehouse College, Spelman College, Clark Atlanta University, and Kennesaw State University, just to name a few with artist including Bryson Tiller, DJ Drama, G Herbo, Nardo Wick, and more.

Nigel Sylvester is an American professional BMX athlete, creative, entrepreneur, filmmaker, and philanthropist from Queens, New York. Nigel's career has extended beyond traditional BMX biking through his progressive riding style, innovative content creation, and one-of-a-kind artistic expression and style. These distinctive characteristics have catapulted Sylvester to the forefront of the sports world. Nigel is widely recognized for his flair and storytelling, namely his GO series, [youtube.com] the first of its kind at the time, POV-style content documenting his global BMX adventures from Los Angeles, Dubai, London, Paris, Tokyo, Miami, and New York, amassing 300+M views since its release. The GO series brought Nigel and iconic publisher Rizzoli together to release his first coffee table book in October 2022, Nigel Sylvester: GO [rizzoliusa.com], which beautifully displays BTS and never-before-seen moments captured over the years while filming GO.  

Nigel was featured in ESPN's 'Body Issue' and honored by Forbes Magazine's prestigious '30 Under 30' list in 2017. The BMX Icon has crossed over into high fashion, walking shows for Hermes and Kid Super. Additionally, he has designed and released a number of sneakers with the Nike and Air Jordan brands. His signature Air Jordan 1 is arguably the best AJ1 of 2018, as cited by sneaker enthusiasts globally, and most recently, a highly-acclaimed Bike Air sneaker in May 2022. In 2021, Nigel became the first-ever Professional BMX Athlete signed to Jordan Brand. He's worked with the world's most iconic and premium brands, such as Moncler, RIMOWA, Rizzoli, Hermes, Fendi, Mercedes Benz, and Smart Water, to name a few. He has been featured in the most sought-after publications such as GQ, ESPN, Esquire, Forbes, Conde Nast Traveler, W Magazine, and more.

Nigel's drive to give back to communities around him has led him to start the Nigel Sylvester Foundation in July of 2021. The foundation is dedicated to transforming the lives of underserved youth, uniting diverse communities, and other charitable causes. It will support initiatives such as building after-school programs, bike donations, and fundraising community bike rides.  

Today, Nigel is one of the most recognized athletes around the world. He is known for his relentless drive, creative vision, and disruptive approach as he pushes the boundaries of sport and art.

Originally from Fairfax, VA, Antonio "Tony Talks" Baldwin is one of the most recognized comedic influencers on social media! In 2020, his first video to go viral, “LET’S GO CLOCK OUT” skyrocketed his career to the brand he is today. Currently based in Atlanta, he is known for his video content featuring wig-wearing characters influenced by growing up in a household full of women. Now, across YouTube, Tik Tok, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter he has a total reach of +4.5 million followers and climbing!

Because of his massive audience, Baldwin has had a vast myriad of partnerships with international brands such as Google, Crest, Airbnb, Universal Pictures, Snapchat, Citibank, Verizon Media, KFC, Scope, Comedy Central, LogoTV, iHeart Radio, Sprite and more! However, in spite of his massive success, "Tony Talks" remains dedicated to his passion: making people laugh.

Today, he is most recognized for his comedic videos shorts, that often takes an every day situation and applies a funny, breaking the fourth wall, over the top comedy that is uniquely his style. He cites the tv shows Mad TV and Family Guy as being two of his biggest inspirations to his creative process because of their off-the-wall dry humor. As an actor, Baldwin has always admired Will Smith and Debra Wilson for their comedic timing and versatility to portray variety of different characters, and currently strives to recreate their success in film and television.

Baldwin was formally trained in acting at Words in Motion Studio and film credits include Beast Beast (with Executive Producer Alec Baldwin) and an independent film entitled, We Did a Bad Thing. It is Baldwin's hope that his videos will continue to let others escape their own livesand simply live freely through the content he creates

Goal oriented, outside the box and innovative are just a few words to best describe Ebonie Ward, CEO at 11th & Co., an all women led full-service artist management company that is home to some of the biggest names in music and entertainment.

11th & Co is home to 2x-Grammy award winning recording artist Future, multi-platinum top charting recording artist Gunna and Alabama’s very own princess of rap Flo Milli. Entering a new space in sports, the company is also home to 10-time All-Star, a 3-time scoring champ and former MVP, James Harden

Wards musical and entrepreneurial background has provided her with a solid foundation; With a MBA from Troy State University, and her bachelor’s in mass communication Ward has been able to assist with more than just her managerial skills and become a liaison across the board which has allowed her to be an asset to her clients and mold each one in their own unique way.

Since 2011 Ward has been a vital asset to the development and success of platinum recording artist Future and Gunna, as well as emerging artist Flo Milli. In the past year, all three of her clients have defined 2022 thus far in R&B and Hip Hop space. Her devotion and outside thinking has allowed her to go above the invisible ceiling for the success of her clients.

As Co-founder of UTA, Jeremy Zimmer helped build one of the world’s three major talent agencies, representing barrier-breaking artists and creators—from actors, directors, athletes and musicians to writers, gamers and digital influencers. As CEO since 2012, and with an instinct for being at the forefront of industry trends, he has driven UTA’s growth and evolution into a diversified global company. He has been instrumental in the company’s moves into music, digital talent, fine arts, and esports, among other areas, and the overall success of the business. Major transactions he has overseen include   UTA’s strategic partnership with sports agency KLUTCH Sports Group, the 2021 acquisition of media and brand advisory firm MediaLink, and the 2022 investment in UTA by private equity firm EQT.

Zimmer, who began his career in the William Morris mailroom, established UTA’s industry-leading agent training program whose many past participants hold leadership positions at UTA and throughout the entertainment industry. Zimmer also serves as chairman of The Veterans Fund, a U.S. Vets campaign that is building the nation’s largest veteran housing community in Los Angeles.