Anna Malaika Tubbs is a New York Times bestselling author and multidisciplinary expert on current and historical understandings of race, gender, and equity. With a Ph.D. in Sociology and a Masters in Multidisciplinary Gender Studies from the University of Cambridge in addition to a Bachelors in Medical Anthropology from Stanford University, Anna translates her academic knowledge into stories that are clear and engaging. Her articles have been published by TIME Magazine, New York Magazine, CNN, Motherly, The Huffington Post, For Harriet, The Guardian, Darling Magazine, and Blavity. Anna’s storytelling also takes form in her talks, including her TED Talk that has been viewed 2 million times, as well as the scripted and unscripted screen projects she has in development. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and their three kids.
Jamira Burley is a human rights activist and social impact strategist, currently serving as Head of Community and Strategic Partnerships at a leading national nonprofit focused on reimagining education. She also hosts The Other Side of Change podcast, where she explores the stories and strategies behind transformative social movements. Previously, Jamira held executive roles at both Apple and Adidas, driving innovation at the intersection of equity, impact, and culture.