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Joi Brown

Founder + CEO
Culture Creators

Joi Brown, the Founder and CEO of Culture Creators, has positioned the organization as a vital link between global cultural leaders and a new generation of diverse creators. Culture Creators stands out for its commitment to elevating the voices of barrier-breaking individuals and addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion across multiple industries.
Significantly, the Culture Creators Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, underscores this commitment by developing training programs for students of color in various industries. These programs enhance traditional curricula with real-time training, focusing on soft and hard skill development. In the last two years, the foundation has awarded over $300,000 in scholarships, demonstrating a substantial investment in the future of diverse talent.

The organization's "Innovators and Leaders" Awards brunch, a major annual event in Los Angeles every June, has honored notable figures such as Nicole Lyn, Robin Thede, Byron Allen, Charles D. King, D-Nice, Swizz Beatz, H.E.R., and Sylvia Rhone. These awards, covered by prestigious publications like Billboard, People, and Forbes, celebrate influential leaders and emerging innovators across industries.

In strategic marketing and experiential agency services, Culture Creators have successfully partnered with high-profile companies like JBL/Harmon, Sony/Tristar, and Netflix to name a few. These collaborations have enabled the creation of strategies that effectively attract and engage multicultural audiences.

Moreover, Culture Creators have also played a vital role in assisting corporations with diversity initiatives, helping companies like Showtime/Paramount, Warner Music Group, and JBL recruit and retain people of color for various roles.

Joi Brown's leadership and impact have been widely recognized. In November 2023, she received the Adcolor Music Award and was included in Essence Magazine's Power 40. Her work and influence have been featured in prominent publications, including Elle Magazine, Billboard, Essence Magazine, Ebony Magazine, People, and Forbes, highlighting her significant contributions to culture, diversity, and leadership.

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Events featuring Joi Brown
Events featuring Joi Brown