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Rachel Johnson
Rachel Johnson 0000000081373706 Rachel Johnson, a licensed mental health practitioner, doula, and activist, is dedicated to improving the Black community's health and wellness. She owns Half Hood Hal...
Imani J. Walker
Imani J. Walker NONE Dr. Imani J. Walker is a renowned Adult Psychiatry physician based in Southern California. She specializes in mental health and holistic wellness with a focus on acute psychiatri...
Bobby Price
Bobby Price NONE Dr. Bobby Price, a certified plant-based nutritionist and exercise physiologist, focuses on holistic healing through diet, herbal medicine, and lifestyle changes. He has extensive cl...
Tonja Myles
Tonja Myles NONE Tonja Myles, an ordained minister and community activist, uses her own experiences as an addict and abuse survivor to promote mental wellness and recovery. As a certified peer suppor...
Paul C. Thornton
Paul C. Thornton NONE Paul C. Thornton, a Brooklyn native, served in the US Army as a mental health specialist. His diverse career includes roles as a financial executive, retail entrepreneur, city g...
Fulterius King
Fulterius King NONE Fulterius King is an Author, Poet, and Licensed Mental Health Therapist dedicated to empowering Black men and boys through the transformative power of poetry. Fulterius King is a...
Janelle Lenore
Janelle Lenore NONE Janelle Lenore is a multifaceted author and entrepreneur from Washington D.C. Influenced by her upbringing in “Chocolate City,” she pursues life with purpose, aiming to promote fi...
Jeffrey Gardere
Jeffrey Gardere NONE Dr. Jeffrey Gardere is a renowned psychologist, author, and talk show host with an extensive career in mental health services. He founded the Rainbow Clinic specializing in cultu...
Jor-El Caraballo
Jor-El Caraballo NONE Jor-El Caraballo is a licensed therapist, co-founder of Viva, a mental health practice, and a featured mental health expert. He holds degrees from UNC Wilmington and Columbia Un...
April Simpkins
April Simpkins NONE April Simpkins is a mental health advocate, serving as an ambassador for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and a board member for NAMI Piedmont Tri-County, where she...
Cheyenne M. Stone
Cheyenne M. Stone NONE Cheyenne M. Stone, a Paiute from Big Pine Reservation, California, is an active tribal member, skilled in jewelry making, basket weaving, and holistic medicine. As an ethnograp...
Llaila Afrika
Llaila Afrika NONE "Dr. Llaila Olela Afrika, a holistic health expert, dedicated his life to understanding the body, mind, and spirit. He has studied and taught worldwide, authored numerous resources...
Ray’Chel Wilson
Ray’Chel Wilson NONE Ray’Chel Wilson, an award-winning teacher and entrepreneur, focuses on educating young professionals about financial wellness. Originally from Ohio, she moved to Tulsa to teach h...
Omarion
Omarion 0000000101022998 Omarion Ishmael Grandberry, former B2K lead singer and successful solo artist, is now known as the “King of Unbothered.” A Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and actor, he's...
Khnum “Stic” Ibomu
Khnum “Stic” Ibomu NONE Khnum “Stic” Ibomu, part of socially conscious Hip Hop group Dead Prez, is a respected voice in the industry. Known for pioneering “Fit Hop”, Stic promotes holistic health and...
Mfundishi Jhutyms Hassan Salim
Mfundishi Jhutyms Hassan Salim NONE Mfundishi Jhutyms Hassan Salim is an influential author and educator, known for promoting African heritage, spirituality, and martial arts. His works aim to inspir...
Cheyenne Bryant
Cheyenne Bryant NONE Dr. Cheyenne Bryant is a renowned life coach and psychology expert dedicated to helping individuals break free from limitations and unlock their full potential. With years of ex...
Alicia McKenzie
Alicia McKenzie NONE Alicia McKenzie is a true Renaissance woman—a former USAW and CrossFit athlete, health and wellness coach, author, real estate investor, and the proud mother of five. Afte...
Cheryl Polote-Williamson
Cheryl Polote-Williamson NONE Dr. Cheryl Polote-Williamson is a visionary businesswoman, transformational speaker, and sought-after mindset coach. As an award-winning filmmaker and executive produce...
Curtis Bunn
Curtis Bunn NONE Curtis Bunn, a successful novelist, broke into the literary scene in 2001 with his hit novel, “Baggage Check,” which topped the Essence bestsellers list. Recognized for his honest po...
Chari Farmer-Ogogo
Chari Farmer-Ogogo NONE Chari Farmer Ogogo is an author focused on financial security, sharing her personal experiences and lessons in her book, 'Be Savvy live Wealthy'. She emphasizes the importance...
Andre Polite
Andre Polite NONE Andre Polite, CEO & Founder of Polite Visions, reinvented himself after personal struggles, leading to his transformation as a mindset coach and author of T.I.P.S. “Taking Initiativ...
Taraji P. Henson
Taraji P. Henson 0000000078264891 Taraji P. Henson is an acclaimed actress, writer, and producer recognized for her Academy Award nomination and Golden Globe win. In 2018, she founded the Boris Lawre...
Obari Cartman
Obari Cartman NONE Dr. Obari Adéye Cartman is a Chicago-based psychologist, educator, and author, specializing in issues concerning mental health, cultural identity, and manhood. He works as a resto...
Tarkisha M. Wallace
Tarkisha M. Wallace NONE Tarkisha M. Wallace is a licensed counselor offering individual, couple, and family counseling, life coaching, and training workshops. With a Master's degree in Counseling an...
Clarence McNair
Clarence McNair NONE Baltimore native and ex-Motown artist, Clarence “KD†McNair, overcame hardships and mental health struggles after losing his record deal. Once part of the group, Prophet Jone...
Thema Bryant
Thema Bryant 0000000035962681 Dr. Thema Bryant, a clinical psychologist, professor at Pepperdine University, and ordained minister, is the president-elect of the American Psychological Association. A...
Lee Hawkins
Lee Hawkins NONE Lee Hawkins is a 2023-2024 Rosalynn Carter Fellow for Mental Health Journalism at The Carter Center and was named the Josephine Albright Fellow by the 2024 Alicia Patterson Foundatio...
Roland C. Barksdale-Hall
Roland C. Barksdale-Hall NONE Roland C. Barksdale-Hall, a Western Pennsylvania native, is a unique storyteller and author who found his passion in storytelling despite his lack of musical talent. Kno...
Anosike Peter
Anosike Peter NONE Peter Anosike is a renowned development economist and motivational writer from Africa. Known for his best-selling book 'Dangote’s Ten Commandments on Money', he's acclaimed by Forb...
Sylvester Boyd Jr.
Sylvester Boyd Jr. NONE Sylvester Boyd Jr., a Chicago native, is an accomplished author, background actor, and motivational speaker with a rich background in geography, history, and business. Known f...
Joe Cepeda
Joe Cepeda NONE Joe Cepeda, an award-winning illustrator, is known for adding a sparkle to his illustrations that resonates with children. With a BFA in illustration, he began his career in New York,...
Goldie the Poet
Goldie the Poet NONE Goldie the Poet, a Bay-Area native and prominent alumnus of Leimert Park’s World Stage Poets, is a gifted actor and artist. With performances across the U.S. and Europe, his uniq...
Angelia Vernon Menchan
Angelia Vernon Menchan NONE “There is abundance through God for all of us; we simply have to be open for our blessings.” Angelia Vernon Menchan, a prolific author based in Jacksonville, Fl...
Michelle S. Hartzog
Michelle S. Hartzog NONE Michelle S. Hartzog, a Black woman, is a firm believer in family bond. Her book, 'The Beauty of Being a Black Woman', tackles issues and stereotypes that often hinder family ...
Eva Clark
Eva Clark NONE Eva Clark, a psychologist and award-winning young adult novelist, specializes in mental health, social justice, and sports. Her novels inspire young individuals to discover their best ...
Chichi Agorom
Chichi Agorom NONE Chichi Agorom is a certified Enneagram Teacher, writer, and psychotherapist based in Los Angeles. She has a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Post-Master's in Mar...
Jennifer Mullan
Jennifer Mullan NONE Jennifer Mullan, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist, author, and ancestral wound worker. She works as a consultant and therapeutic coach, focusing on challenging oppressive mental ...
Rosheena Beek
Rosheena Beek NONE Rosheena Beek (1969-2019) was a successful author and bookstore owner known for her best-selling book, “I Find It So Hard.” Her works, including the popular second edition “Mommy S...
Ryan K. Grace
Ryan K. Grace NONE Ryan K. Grace is a Black, queer, licensed therapist. His mission is to empower his clients and support the mental and emotional health of Black and queer people. Ryan K. Grace,...
Bernard Alexander McNealy
Bernard Alexander McNealy NONE Bernard Alexander McNealy, born in Georgia, is a former semi-pro baseball player turned legal advocate and writer. Raised in Boston, he learned mental discipline from m...
Cynthia Harris Casteel
Cynthia Harris Casteel NONE Cynthia Harris Casteel, a retired teacher and Maryland native, is an aspiring writer, playwright, and founder of the happiness organization, Frankie's Angels. Known for he...
Ronnie Sidney, II
Ronnie Sidney, II MULTIPLE Ronnie Sidney, II, MSW, is a Virginia-based therapist, entrepreneur, speaker, author, and social advocate with a passion for social justice and youth work. Despite early ac...
Ruby M. Gourdine and Annie W. Brown
Ruby M. Gourdine and Annie W. Brown MULTIPLE Ruby Gourdine, a professor and former social worker of the year, has extensive experience in various social work fields and chairs the Direct Practice seq...
Maysa Akbar
Maysa Akbar NONE Dr. Maysa Akbar is a certified child and adolescent psychologist specializing in trauma and multicultural counseling. She has over 15 years of clinical experience and is the Founder ...
Laura Jackson
Laura Jackson NONE Evelyn Perkins, writing as Laura Jackson, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse and author with over 30 years' experience. As a past President of the American Psychi...
Janie De Coster
Janie De Coster NONE Author Janie De Coster began writing in high school and now pens books across genres such as romantic suspense and contemporary fiction. Her works, like her latest release 'Frien...
Karamo Brown
Karamo Brown NONE Karamo Brown, an influential TV personality, and producer, is known for his role on Netflix's Queer Eye and as the first openly gay African American star on MTV's The Real World. He...
Alvin Poussaint
Alvin Poussaint NONE Alvin F. Poussaint, a renowned scholar, psychiatrist, and consultant, is known for his work with Bill Cosby on The Cosby Show and A Different World. He's a Harvard Medical School...
Brianna-Christine Alicea
Brianna-Christine Alicea NONE Brianna-Christine Alicea, raised in South Bronx, is the first-generation college student on her mother's side, currently studying at Medgar Evers College after overcomin...
Blair Imani
Blair Imani NONE Blair Imani, a LA-born author, historian, and mental health advocate, explores Black, queer, and Muslim identities. She graduated from Louisiana State University and has written two ...
Inger Burnett-Zeigler
Inger Burnett-Zeigler NONE Dr. Inger Burnett-Zeigler is a licensed psychologist and associate professor at Northwestern University with 15+ years of experience in mood disorders and stress management...
Rheeda Walker
Rheeda Walker NONE Rheeda Walker, PhD, is a tenured psychology professor at the University of Houston and a renowned behavioral science researcher. She's a published author with 50+ papers on African...
Chloe Dulce Louvouezo
Chloe Dulce Louvouezo NONE Chloe Dulce Louvouezo is a Congolese-American writer and advocate focusing on underrepresented women. She's the host of the Life, I Swear podcast and author of a book by th...
Monica A. Coleman
Monica A. Coleman 0000000040498916 Dr. Monica A. Coleman is an award-winning author and Professor of Africana Studies at the University of Delaware. Known for her work in Black and womanist theologie...
Kevin Shird
Kevin Shird NONE Kevin Shird, co-founder of the Do Right Foundation, is a former convict turned youth advocate, author, and speaker. He shares his personal redemption story to educate youth on the da...
Oludara Adeeyo
Oludara Adeeyo NONE Oludara Adeeyo, a Los Angeles-based psychotherapist and psychiatric social worker, specializes in aiding those with severe mental illnesses and homelessness. With a background as ...
Ekemini Uwan, Christina Edmondson, Michelle Higgins
Ekemini Uwan, Christina Edmondson, Michelle Higgins MULTIPLE Ekemini Uwan, a public theologian and writer, contributes to Hallmark Mahogany and has been featured in major media outlets. Dr. Christina...
Erica Woodland
Erica Woodland NONE Erica Woodland is a black queer/genderqueer Licensed Clinical Social Worker, facilitator, and healing practitioner. He advocates for racial, gender, economic, trans, and queer jus...
Chianti Lomax
Chianti Lomax NONE Chianti Lomax, “The Chief Happiness Curator”, is a renowned speaker, coach, and strategist, dedicated to transforming mental health in communities of color. Founder of wellDistrict...
Isa Watson
Isa Watson NONE Isa Watson, a chemist and data scientist turned entrepreneur, is the founder and CEO of Squad, a social app that enhances communication amongst friends. Aiming to make a global impact...
Tiye
Tiye 0000000454171016 Tiye is a USA Today Bestselling author, renowned for her captivating novels. Professionally engaged in mental health services, she finds inspiration from her travels. Currently ...
Rainie Howard
Rainie Howard NONE Rainie Howard is a bestselling author, speaker, media personality, and business leader reaching over 10 million globally. She's an award-winning humanitarian and life coach special...
Toni Lee
Toni Lee NONE Lee, with over 22 years experience in filmmaking and production in Atlanta, has also taught screenwriting at various universities. She later retrained as a mental health and addictions ...
Charron Walker
Charron Walker NONE Breast cancer conqueror. Brings 25 plus years of first-hand experience in the Human Services Field. She is an active volunteer with The American Cancer Society, Reach To Recovery ...
Brianna Peppins
Brianna Peppins NONE Brianna Peppins is the author of young adult contemporary novels, including Briarcliff Prep and As Long as We’re Together. She was raised in PG County, Maryland and graduated fro...
Kier Gaines
Kier Gaines NONE Kier Gaines is a licensed therapist, keynote speaker, and popular content creator who has used his platforms to inspire millions of people to be more proactive in their mental healt...
Delicia Haynes
Delicia Haynes NONE Dr. Delicia Haynes is a renowned doctor with extensive experience in family medicine. She's committed to improving healthcare through a holistic and patient-centered approach. Dr....
Nekesa Namosuge J. Smith
Nekesa Namosuge J. Smith NONE With more than 25 years of experience, Nekesa Namosunge J. Smith is a licensed cosmetologist, international educator, and oral historian dedicated to advancing textured...
Felicia Leatherwood with Corynne L. Corbett
Felicia Leatherwood with Corynne L. Corbett MULTIPLE Felicia Leatherwood is the world’s leading celebrity stylist and inspirational beauty speaker regarding natural hair with over twenty-six years o...
S. Pearl Sharp
S. Pearl Sharp 0000000036855052 S. Pearl Sharp is a writer, actress, filmmaker and broadcast journalist. An advocate of holistic healing, S. Pearl conducts workshops that merge art and healing, and c...
Alexis Pauline Gumbs
Alexis Pauline Gumbs 000000011229354X Alexis Pauline Gumbs is a queer black feminist and academic who has pioneered archival research in Black feminist geniuses' works. She founded grassroots publish...
Lisa Sheppard Stewart
Lisa Sheppard Stewart NONE Lisa Sheppard Stewart is a New Jersey-based, award-winning writer and designer, known for her culturally-inspired books. She promotes creative expression through relevant t...
Queen Afua
Queen Afua 0000000513485286 Queen Afua is a renowned herbalist, natural health expert, and spiritual healer, specializing in women's health. She is a Khamitic priestess, yoga teacher, and founder of ...
Wil Shelton
Wil Shelton NONE Wil Shelton, President & CEO of Wil Power Integrated Marketing, has transformed the company into a global marketing agency specialized in the beauty and grooming industries. Leveragi...
Kosoko Jackson
Kosoko Jackson NONE Kosoko Jackson is a vocal champion of diversity in YA literature, the author of YA novels featuring African American queer protagonists, and a sensitivity reader for Big Five Publ...
Lutishia Lovely
Lutishia Lovely NONE Lutishia Lovely is an award-winning author known for her romance novels and popular Hallelujah Love Series. She also writes under the pseudonym Zuri Day. With a diverse backgroun...
Charles S. Finch III
Charles S. Finch III NONE AALBC Mourns the passing of Dr. Finch January 17, 2026 Dr. Charles S. Finch III is a renowned African-American physician, author, and cultural historian. Known for his health...
shena j. young
shena j. young NONE Dr. Shena J. Young, a licensed psychologist-healer and artist, owns a private practice in LA offering holistic trauma healing services. Her work has been featured in prominent pub...
Maliek Blade
Maliek Blade NONE Dr. Maliek Blade, founder and CEO of Whole Brother Mission, is a charismatic expert dedicated to mentoring men towards holistic success. Known for his deep knowledge, practical insi...
Ehime Ora
Ehime Ora NONE Ehime Ora is a Nigerian writer, artist, and priestess of the Ifa & Orisa tradition. Ora is initiated into the societies of Ifa, Sango, and Erinle and is titled as an Iyanifia and Iyalo...
Monique Clesca
Monique Clesca 0000000045216260 Monique Clesca has led two incredibly fulfilling lives. First, as an activist, she worked in the field of international development, advocating for children and women...
Darlene Williams
Darlene Williams NONE Darlene Williams is an award-winning businesswoman, adjunct lecturer, bestselling author, and nationally recognized youth and literacy advocate. She serves as President of the ...
DMarie Barclay
DMarie Barclay NONE DMarie Barclay is a lifelong educator and community advocate with deep roots in both the Caribbean and New York City. Raised in Brooklyn, she is a proud product of New York City ...
Tab “Hot Boy Turk” Virgil Jr.
Tab “Hot Boy Turk” Virgil Jr. NONE New Orleans rapper Turk, discovered by Cash Money Records in 1996, made his debut on Juvenile's “Solja Rags.” He rose to fame with the Hot Boys before launching a s...
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox NONE Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach, is a renowned personal finance expert, television personality, and author of 12 books, including NY Times bestseller 'Zero Debt'. Fo...
C. Alexandra Allen
C. Alexandra Allen NONE C. Alexandra Allen was born in Mount Vernon, New York and raised in the borough of Queens, New York. In 1992, she began her studies at Spelman College in Atlanta, Georg...
Dina Strachan
Dina Strachan NONE Dr. Dina Strachan is a renowned dermatologist, author, and speaker based in New York City. She is a Harvard and Yale alumna and founder of Aglow Dermatology. Known for her best-sel...
Wallo267
Wallo267 NONE Wallace Peeples, aka “Wallo267,” is a renowned entrepreneur, activist, and three-time Ted X speaker reaching millions worldwide. He co-hosts the popular podcast Million Dollaz Worth of ...
Sandra L. Manigault
Sandra L. Manigault NONE Sandra L. Manigault, formerly a high school math teacher and college professor, she fell in love with books by African American women and other 20th and 21st century writers,...
Dwayne Alexander Smith
Dwayne Alexander Smith NONE Born in Harlem, Dwayne Alexander Smith is a professional screenwriter who shifted from electrical engineering to film-making. Inspired by Star Wars, he began with an award...
Ash Cash
Ash Cash NONE Ash Exantus, also known as Ash Cash, is a renowned banking executive, personal finance expert, and author of six books, three of which are Amazon.com bestsellers. He serves as a head of...
Jamila Souffrant
Jamila Souffrant NONE Jamila Souffrant is an author and the host of the Journey To Launch podcast. She is a go-to thought leader in the personal finance field and her work has been featured in BuzzF...
Brooke Stephens
Brooke Stephens NONE Brooke Stephens is a seasoned Wall Street veteran and certified financial planner, with a rich career that includes roles at Chase and Citicorp. She holds degrees from Harvard, F...
Lionel C. Bascom
Lionel C. Bascom NONE Lionel C. Bascom is a professor at Western Connecticut State University with a robust career in journalism, including stints at Free Press, United Press International, Money Mag...
Ashley Antoinette and JaQuavis Coleman
Ashley Antoinette and JaQuavis Coleman MULTIPLE Ashley Antoinette & JaQuavis Coleman are the youngest African American co-authors to appear twice on the New York Times bestsellers list. Discovered by...
Oteia Bruce
Oteia Bruce NONE Oteia Bruce is an experienced financial services professional with a focus on biblically based money management since 1986. She held key positions at Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, and B...
Mehrsa Baradaran
Mehrsa Baradaran 000000044625249X Mehrsa Baradaran is a distinguished Professor of Law at UCI Law, renowned for her expertise in banking law. She's the author of prizewinning 'The Color of Money' and...
Wanda P. Bowman
Wanda P. Bowman NONE “My Philosophy of Life is, ‘What I believe contributes to how I behave’”. Wanda P. Bowman is a finance professional with over 25 years of experience in hea...
Kelvin Boston
Kelvin Boston NONE Kelvin E. Boston is a Financial journalist, author, and entrepreneur. Kelvin Boston believes that financial education is the key that unlocks the doors to financial success. Bo...