Traci Saulsberry, Communications Executive, Leadership Coach and Author

Traci Saulsberry is a seasoned communications executive, leadership coach and author. At 27 she became one of the youngest Black executives at NBC where she led the publicity team responsible for campaigns across the networks biggest unscripted series such as “The Voice,” “America’s Got Talent,” as well as live events like “Billboard” and “The Golden Globes.”

Dr. Karent Sierra, Celebrity Dentist, CEO/Founder Sierra Dentistry & Med Spa, TV Host

Not only is Dr Karent Sierra the “Celebrity Dentist” to some of the top talent in the entertainment industry, she has built her career from the ground up as a successful business woman and philanthropist, always knowing the value she brings to the world and leveraging it for the greater good. In addition to her dentistry practice, she is a spokesperson, current co-host of BeLatina on Lifetime and one of the Real Housewives of Miami on Bravo. 

Malaina Matheus, President, Hudson Valley Lighting Group

Malaina started her tenure at Hudson Valley Lighting Group as a coordinator and has continued to grow her career to her current role as company president overseeing the four brands that make up Hudson Valley Lighting Group. She credits her “do the hard work and get things done” attitude as a driver in her career. 

Odessa ""OJ"" Jenkins, CEO, Bonfire Women & Founder, The Women's National Football Conference

Odessa "OJ" Jenkins is a successful tech/SAAS business executive, CEO of Bonfire Women, and founder of the Women’s National Football Conference (WNFC). An in-demand global speaker/coach, Jenkins is also the founder of multiple nonprofits (Got Her Back). She is a recognized market leader in B2B SAAS tech, DE&I, and Team Dynamics with multiple years of executive leadership experience in privately funded start-ups, and Fortune 1,000 public companies.

Mirian Arias, Head of Corporate Communications, Harlem Globetrotters

Mirian Arias serves as Head of Corporate Communications at Harlem Globetrotters & Herschend Entertainment Studios, where she is a member of the executive team reporting directly to the President of the organization.  In her role she leads, creates, and executes all media relations strategies across corporate, consumer, and crisis with focus on global production and development, domestic and international touring, as well as licensing and merchandising.

Lucy Bustamante, Journalist and Anchor, NBC10 and Telemundo62

Lucy is a 4x Emmy award winner and is passionate about serving the Hispanic/Latinx community and military families. She is the former and founding President of the Philadelphia Chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists and has been involved with the Naval Officers Spouses Association as well as the NBC Universal Veterans network.

Joelle L. Martinez, President & CEO, Latino Leadership Institute

After a successful career as a political consultant for New Mexico Governor and diplomat, Bill Richardson, among others, Joelle turned her focus to help develop the next generation of Latino leaders with the launch of the Latino Leadership Institute. The LLI is an influential leadership community connecting Latino professionals, entrepreneurs, and partners across generations and geography.

Delia I Garced, SVP Marketing Health and Wellness, Synchrony

For ove 30 years, Delia has been leading and building global marketing and sales teams across multiple industries. She is recognized as a motivating, inclusive leader who inspires highly matrixed, cross-functional teams to outpace expectations. Delia joined Synchrony in 2023, leading Client Marketing for the Health and Wellness platform.

Jessica Abo, Media Trainer and PR Expert

Jessica Abo is a sought-after media trainer and storytelling coach who uses her 20-plus years of journalism experience to help physicians, experts, entrepreneurs, C-Suite executives, authors, and celebrities share their stories with the world. Whether Jessica is helping her clients get ready to nail an on-air interview, pitch new business, or prepare for a keynote, she works with each person to help them develop the confidence they need to no longer fear or dread public speaking.

Jen Brown, SVP of Programming and Content Strategy, Global Digital News & Streaming, BBC Studios

Jen is responsible for the content strategy for BBC Studios’ digital news and factual platforms outside of the UK as the company doubles down to meet the increasing demand for its content in North America and around the world. She is a 16-year veteran of NBCUniversal, where she most recently helped launch its streaming service, Peacock.

Marlys Rodgers : Chief Information Security Officer, Circle

As she likes to say, she “runs the team that knows what to do when you click on that random email that you’re not supposed to.” Marlys has an incredible career story to share, as she is one of the few women in the information security industry and in the CISO role.

Lita Richardson, Esq. Executive Vice President, Content & Brand Strategy, Paramount Global

As Executive Vice President of Content and Brand Strategy for Paramount, Lita expands brand partnership opportunities for Viacom corporation as it relates to syndicated programming for CBS Media Ventures (CMV). Those shows include The Drew Barrymore Show, Dr. Phil, Rachael Ray, Sherri Shepard, Inside Edition, Entertainment Tonight, Wheel of Fortune, and Jeopardy.

Christine Simmons : Strategist | Impact Maker | Operator | Speaker I Entrepreneur | Creator

Christine Simmons is an accomplished President, COO, Business Executive, Entrepreneur, and Board Director. She was the first African American and first woman to serve as Chief Operating Officer for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Lorna Little, MSW : President and CEO, St. Anne’s Family Services

In addition to running a major social services agency, she is also a media producer and television personality, previously hosting her own local television show with national guests and celebrities…and a published author.

Gail McGovern, CEO, American Red Cross

As president and CEO of the American Red Cross, Gail brings wisdom from her amazing career leading billion dollar organizations. Since joining the Red Cross, Gail has helped to transform the 139-year old American institution into a 21st Century emergency response and blood services organization.

Donna Fujimoto Cole, President/CEO Cole Chemical & Distributing, Inc.

Donna started Cole Chemical & Distributing, Inc. at the age of 27 as a certified minority and women owned business to help clients meet their government purchasing goals. She has grown the company to be a global force in the industry by focusing on what she does best, fostering strong relationships.

Jen Kavanagh, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Media, Philadelphia Eagles

Having never worked in sports before, Jen Kavanaugh successfully made the move from entertainment marketing and consulting to now leading marketing for one of the top professional football teams in the world.

Lauren Lopez, Sr. Vice President, Talent Management, The New York Times

As a proud Nuyorican, her work is directly aligned with her passion for eliminating barriers to entry and growth that continue to exist in today’s workplace. Rooted in the belief that every person has talents and experience that can benefit others, she brings a wealth of practical information and key tips.

Galina Cherny, Leadership Coach & Author

Speaking very little English, Galina and her family emigrated to the US when she was early in her career. She landed a job as a clerk, and went on to become an early computer programmer. Ultimately, leading technology teams as an executive. She is now a leadership coach founding her own boutique firm.

Tiara Willis, World-Renowned Influencer, Entrepreneur & Culture Expert

Tiara Willis is a world-renowned influencer. Starting her Influencer career at just 14, now a 21-year-old Gen Z culture expert, Tiara leads a community of nearly half a million devoted supporters and followers.

Karen Horne, Senior Vice President, Equity and Inclusion Programs, WarnerMedia

With over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry, she has been recognized as a Diversity and Inclusion pioneer and pipeline builder. Through the programs that she creates and runs, she works to bring voice and opportunity to underserved communities and ensure that what we see as audience members reflects that communities that we live in.

Jackie Hernandez, CEO, New Majority Ready

Jackie is a leader in helping companies rethink and understand multicultural consumers as CEO of New Majority Ready and formerly as COO of Telemundo & Publisher of People en Español.

Susan Jin Davis, Social Impact Officer, Al Roker Entertainment

Susan Jin Davis has 30 years of experience in the telecommunications, media, entertainment, and technology industries. She currently serves as Social Impact Officer for Al Roker Entertainment, a leading producer of TV, digital, branded programming and entertainment.

Margaret Lazo, Chief Human Resources Officer, Univision Communications Inc.

Starting her human resources career in retailing, Margaret brings a wealth of knowledge across several industries and has built a passion for helping organizations navigate change. She is a huge advocate for diversity and has worked tirelessly to develop a sense of community and belonging for her workforce.

Celebrity Chef and Entrepreneur, Katie Chin

As a celebrity chef, author and successful entrepreneur, Katie continues to be a trailblazer in bringing asian cuisine and culture to everyone in their own kitchen.

Jennifer Henderson, Senior Vice President, PNC Bank

As a technologist for over thirty-five years, Jen is a fierce advocate for women in tech and LGBTQ+ causes. She is currently the Senior Vice President of Systems Engineering Delivery for Corporate and Institutional Banking at PNC. Jen knows firsthand the power both in and out of your career that comes with accepting one's true self.

Amy DuBois Barnett : Senior Advisor, Bravo Mondo

Amy has had an amazing career in publishing and media, taking her first role as editor-in-chief for a major magazine at just thirty years old. She has been an executive at top media companies including Paramount where she had P&L responsibility for BET’s digital platforms.

Victoria Russell, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Beam Suntory

Victoria is the first Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer of Beam Suntory, a world leader in premium spirits and has an amazing career journey to share. Earlier in her career, she worked in marketing, analytics and compensation.

Paula Madison, Chairman & CEO, Madison Media Management LLC and 88 Madison Media Works Inc.

Paula has had an amazing career spanning journalism, television news, entertainment, diversity & inclusion, and even owning a professional basketball team. Even in retirement, Paula hasn’t slowed down or missed a beat.

Rebecca Norlander Global Head & Vice President, Personal Systems Software Engineering HP Inc.

With her guidance, the Personal Systems Software team at HP is responsible for developing meaningful customer experiences that amaze and delight, across HP personal computing devices.

Daphne Kwok, Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Asian American & Pacific Islander Audience Strategy, AARP

Her work as the Vice President of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for Asian American & Pacific Islander Audience Strategy at AARP empowers Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) to choose how they live as they age. Previously, Ms. Kwok was appointed by President Barack Obama in 2010 to chair his Advisory Commission on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

Cameron Dillavou, Head of Global Brand Strategy, Amazon Prime Video

Cameron Dillavou has had an amazing marketing and brand management career in CPG, entertainment and now leads global brand strategy for a brand we’ve all come to love (especially in the last year at home). She’s led the charge for brands you probably have at home and for some of the most famous movies of the past fifteen years.

Juliette Morris, CEO, Adweek

Always pushing further and working for her next career breakthrough, Juliette has held leadership roles at HBO, Viacom and NBCUniversal and recently as CEO of TuneIn.

April Hernandez Castillo, Actor, Speaker, Author

She launched her career as the “Yo girl” in the Visa Check Card spot starring Yao Ming and Yogi Berra, originally airing on the Super Bowl. Expanding her impact on the world, she has gone on to become a successful author and keynote speaker

Deena Fidas, Managing Director & Chief Program and Partnerships Officer, Out & Equal Workplace Advocates

Deena is a leading global workplace advocate. She was at the Human Rights Campaign for 12 years prior to Out & Equal where she led their workplace equality programs and Corporate Equality Index. Deena was behind some of the movement’s largest corporate public policy mobilization efforts, including turning the tide for Corporate America’s support for marriage equality.

Jill Kargman, Best Selling Author

Jill is a best selling author of twelve books, including Momzillas, and the creator and star of Odd Mom Out, where she brings her hilarious wit to the screen sharing her experiences as a mom on the Upper East Side of NYC.  Odd Mom Out is currently streaming on Peacock.

Dr. Imani J. Walker. Chief Medical Officer & Psychiatrist

Dr. Imani is a physician, author and commentator. She was also on Bravo’s “Married to Medicine: Los Angeles” and “Watch What Happens Live.” Always an advocate for those in the community who need help, much of Dr. Imani’s work focuses on providing mental health to underserved populations, including homeless, incarcerated and indigent people

Gabrielle Gambrel‪l‬, Communications Expert

As a champion for inclusion, she made history as the youngest and first black female VP and Head of Marketing & Communications at Barnard College of Columbia University.