In honor of Women’s History Month, join The Black Genius Foundation and the Washington DC Chapter of the Recording Academy for a dynamic and thought-provoking panel spotlighting four visionary Black women creatives and arts leaders. Through powerful conversation and personal reflection, they will share insights into their journeys, artistry, craft, leadership, and resilience—revealing how they continue to shape, influence, and redefine culture.

FEATURED PANELISTS

Kamilah Forbes - Executive Producer, The Apollo Theater

Sade Lythcott - Chief Executive Officer, National Black Theatre

Suraya Mohamed - Executive Producer, NPR Music

Tamara Wellons - Artist/CEO, Her Dreams Productions

MODERATOR

Wayna Wondwossen - Singer/Songwriter

DJ

Miss H.E.R

Black Genius Talks are humanities discussions designed to engage community and deepen public knowledge around Black artists, the Black Creative Ecosystem and the tradition of Black Genius.