Contributors

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Ayofemi Kirby

Ayofemi is a communications strategist with nearly two decades of experience spanning civic engagement, arts and culture, and consumer outreach. She focuses on delivering accurate, deeply resonant storytelling that moves communities to take action. She has managed digital and corporate communications in the financial sector, developed award-winning youth leadership programs, and directed messaging on Capitol Hill. Her portfolio includes shaping conversations at The New York Public Library’s Schomburg Center, managing major cultural initiatives like Kehinde Wiley’s “Rumors of War,” and working with clients such as The Africa Center, Me Too. International, and the NYC Office of the Mayor. Ayofemi’s work has garnered coverage in The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, BBC Culture, and more. She holds a BA from UNC Chapel Hill, a Duke nonprofit management certificate, an MA from American University, and an MLA in Museum Studies from Harvard Extension School.

https://ayofemikirby.com/

Guests

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Kemi Ilesanmi

Kemi Ilesanmi, Founder of KGI Projects, is a dynamic culture strategist and leadership coach with over 25 years of experience in the arts sector, Kemi has served as executive leader, foundation officer, and museum curator. Read her full bio.

https://www.kgiprojects.com/about