Speakers

After 16 years in the Accounting field, Sharonda joined the booming Atlanta film industry as a production assistant; four years later her work as a Costumes Supervisor can be see on such productions as CW's Black Lightning, BET's Bigger, Netflix's Christmas on the Square, and Hulu's Woke.

Willie Lawson is a writer based in Atlanta, Georgia, whose work centers on the African diaspora and LGBTQ community.

Theron Wilkerson is a teacher, poet, playwright, historian, and organizer with a special interest in Black culture and politics.

Natasha M. Hall is a bicultural drama writer with a passion for otherworldly tales and romance stories.

Maven is the Director of Operations and Secretary for The Guap Foundation. She brings years of expertise and experience while also leading major fundraising initiatives for the foundation.

Keef Cross is the creator, artist and writer of the award winning graphic novel/film "Day Black".