Anchoring Don Lemon Tonight on CNN, he was known for hard-hitting interviews with public officials and compassionate dialogue with everyday people.

Brandice Daniel is the visionary founder of Harlem's Fashion Row (HFR), a groundbreaking platform dedicated to championing designers of color within the fashion industry.

Named one of the 50 most influential people in the multicultural market by WWD, Tai is a thought leader and respected beauty, fashion, and lifestyle authority. Tai began her career as an editor at O, The Oprah Magazine in 2000.

Long-time supporter of Kamala Harris, Paula Williams Madison is Chairman and CEO of Madison Media Management LLC and 88 Madison Media Works Inc.

Elijah is honored to be making his Broadway debut as the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

Michele Grant is a seasoned Executive Business Consultant with over 20 years of experience delivering successful results for Fortune 500 firms in diverse sectors.

Yona Deshommes and Max Rodriguez, two leaders in the literary field.

MARIE-CLAIRE GIRAUD, acclaimed soprano, jazz singer, and composer.

Carlton Jones began turning heads early in his career as the stylist to begin the transformation of the image of Queen Latifah from rapper to the beautiful songstress we know today.

Jeanni L. Johnson, a board-certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Minnesota and New York, brings a wealth of expertise as a psychotherapist based in Westchester, NY.

Regina Fleming is a photographic artist, photographer, CEO of Regina Fleming Photography, former model and actress, a motivational speaker, and a marathon runner.

ESSIE CHAMBERS is an author and award-winning independent producer.

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Phylicia Fant is renowned throughout the entertainment industry as a trusted leader, esteemed executive, and public relations/marketing visionary. But even more important, she is a conduit of culture.

Proclaimed a "national treasure" by the Los Angeles Times, GRAMMY® Award- winning singer, songwriter, producer, and actor Anthony Hamilton has achieved global sales of over 50+ million albums.

Emil Wilbekin, born on September 16, 1967, in Cincinnati, Ohio, is an American journalist, media executive, stylist, content creator, culture critic, and human rights activist.

Dianne McIntyre has a career spanning five decades with choreography for dance, theatre, television, film and opera.

Inspirational television / media host, entrepreneur, music executive, author, influencer and philanthropist, June Archer has been sharpening his craft in the entertainment industry for over 20+ years.

Kecia Lewis is celebrating 40 years in the entertainment industry. She made her Broadway debut at 18 years old, performing in the original company of Dreamgirls.

Alex Travis is a school psychologist by day, author by night. Alex earned a Ph.D., and procrastinated her dissertation by writing her forthcoming books. Alex wrote her first book at the age of 11, and has been losing herself in fictional worlds of her own creation since then. Alex makes her home in Virginia with her husband, an outrageous collection of Funkos, and too many books to count.

Lauren Wesley Wilson is a Marketer, Media Spokesperson and Diversity and Inclusion Strategist. Lauren is one of the nation’s leading thought leaders on Diversity and Inclusion, Crisis Communications, and Media Relations.