Farah A. is the leader of Horizon’s enterprise technology operations, driving AI, data, and automation initiatives that streamline delivery and unlock measurable business value. She bridges IT, product, analytics, and business operations to ensure systems scale, integrate, and perform with intelligence and purpose. With a background spanning product, product marketing, operations, and client success, Farah has […]

Erica Mapa is a dynamic communications leader with 15+ years of experience helping brands tell their stories to global audiences. A champion of inclusive storytelling that drives cultural impact, Erica has a proven track record of building integrated strategies and campaigns for some of the top brands in the industry, including The Coca-Cola Company, Verizon, […]

Eden Zeilo is a marketing executive and the Head of Marketing at Sienna Naturals, a clean, textured hair care brand co-founded by Issa Rae. She has led brand, retailer, and innovation strategy across iconic Black-owned and Black-founded beauty brands, including Black Opal, Fashion Fair, SheaMoisture, and MADAM by Madam C.J. Walker. Eden’s career spans consulting […]

Diana is a multicultural marketing executive and Head of Marketing at Relevant+, where she leads brand strategy, PR, and lead generation. With 15+ years of experience across tech, entertainment, healthcare, and nonprofits, she brings deep expertise in digital and multicultural marketing. Previously at Meta, she led global diversity and employer brand initiatives. A first-generation Latina, […]

Danielle Cornejo Calhoun is an award-winning communications strategist who drives integrated campaigns that create lasting business and cultural impact. She began her career in digital media more than 16 years ago, before pivoting to take on two new roles centering inclusion. As Vice President, Inclusion + Belonging at Weber Shandwick, Danielle drives innovative partnerships, develops […]

Daniel P. Calderon is the Founder of #WFHStudio, a Creative Business Studio helping artists and entrepreneurs build sustainable careers. He is also the Founder and President of Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow (EOT), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that teaches at-promise Black and Brown youth how to solve problems through entrepreneurship and innovation. Now in its fifth year, EOT […]

D.J. Vaughn serves as Walmart’s Director of Cultural Engagement Media & Partnerships.  In this role, he executes an evergreen approach to inclusive storytelling and marketing.  D.J. leads with passion and a desire to create meaningful impact, a focus illustrated through the development of several emerging talent incubator programs with HOORAE, NGLmitú, and SiriusXM.  These initiatives offer […]

Cynthia Wolfe is a VP Creative Director at Digitas North America, known for her strategic storytelling and commitment to inclusive leadership. A first-generation American and daughter of immigrants, Cynthia has led impactful campaigns across retail, QSR, healthcare, and tech for brands like The Home Depot, Walmart, Baskin-Robbins and more. Her career, spanning from graphic design […]

Charisma Deberry is a powerhouse communicator and media maven with a resume that reads like a top-secret dossier. She’s shaped social and communications strategy for cultural cornerstones like NBCUniversal, ESSENCE, and DONDA—where storytelling met streetwear and strategy. Before stepping into her current role as VP of Communications at Horizon Media, she sharpened her skills at […]

A Haitian-American Creative Director with a rich foundation in fine arts and dance choreography, Andy Mathurin has spent over 15 years transforming brands through the power of story. His work—spanning CPG, B2C, Entertainment, Travel, and Pharma—has earned accolades from Webby, Fierce Pharma, and GLAAD. But beyond the awards, he is most proud of mentoring young […]