Presenters

Teri Carlyle

Teri Carlyle is the Director of Finance and Operations at Urban Strategies Council located in Oakland, California. Although Director of Finance and Operations is her official title, her real love for her work at the organization comes through when she’s hosting and facilitating her workshops on “Real Talk Conversations: Erasing the Stigma of Opioid/Substance Use […]

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Marie Miller

Marie Miller is the Program Coordinator at Urban Strategies Councils Elevate Youth California (EYC) Program. Marie and the EYC Fellows host biweekly virtual sessions bringing awareness of Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health to the black and brown communities. The sessions provide a safe space for people to learn and share without judgment. Marie Miller is […]

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Russell Clarke

Russell Clarke (He/ Him) is the Assistant Director, Diversity and Inclusion Recruitment at Berklee College of Music. As a singer, songwriter, video game enthusiast, and anime aficionado, I strive to consistently meld music with other artistic media to tell stories. Working in collaborative spaces energizes me, and assisting others on their musical journey brings me […]

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Enoch Appiah

Enoch Appiah is a sophomore majoring in Computer Science at Johns Hopkins University. He is from New York City with a family background from Ghana. Enoch currently works in the Center for Diversity & Inclusion as the Mentor Liaison for the Black Male Initiative program. In his work, he manages a team of mentors and […]

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Kwame Phillips

Kwame Phillips is a Diversity, Inclusion, & Equity Educator & Strategist, with 9+ years of experience in the Post-Secondary Education, Non-Profit, and Private Sectors. His professional portfolio includes but not limited too—having conducted program design, development, implementation, and assessment. Propose recommendations and initiatives to senior leadership on DEI issues impacting faculty, staff, and students to […]

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LaShatá Grayson

Whether it’s through physical fitness, providing reflection, or curating a culture of belonging, LaShatá Marie Grayson thrives on helping people become the best versions of themselves. As a first generation college student from Gary, Indiana, LaShatá is an active community leader who  leads at the intersection of justice and culture. She holds a bachelor’s degree […]

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Kwyn Townsend Riley, MS

Kwyn is a organizer, abolitionist and a fighter for Black Queer Feminist liberation. Her roots into organizing began at the University of Dayton, during her undergraduate career. As a full time student leader, Kwyn had a heart for real change for the black students who attended the University of Dayton. She wrote her play “UNNOTICED” […]

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Rasheed Ali Cromwell

As a proud 4 th generation Historically Black College and University (HBCU) he utilizes his rich family history and cultural heritage to bridge gaps, increase understanding and understanding to promote positive change. His authentic, passionate, and supportive style connects with audiences nationwide as he empowers them to have courageous conversations around difficult topics relating to […]

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Tamika Lang

Tamika Lang is a coach, motivational speaker, influencer, and author of LIVE! 5 Steps to Being More Free Spirited. Her life has been lived as an example of how to overcome and live life authentically. She has inspired hundreds with her free spirited approach to life and used the inspiration to others to champion her […]

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Micah Autry

Micah Autry graduated from the University of North Texas in 2015 with a degree in Radio, Television, and film. He is currently a serial entrepreneur that owns Aume Media, Autry & Stanley Real Estate Investments, and the Secrets of Silent Success podcast. Autry also authored “Dorm Life to Work Life” , a millennial’s guide to […]

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