Cathleen Trigg-Jones is an Emmy-Award-Winning Journalist, Producer, Philanthropist, Serial Entrepreneur and Actress. Throughout her career she has been featured in various films and TV shows such as Power, Homeland, Madam Secretary, The Following, House of Cards and All Eyes on Me. A powerful advocate for equity and diversity, she’s on an unwavering mission to shift the global narrative for women and girls by launching iWoman. She is also the Founder & CEO of The Trigg House, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that empowers women and girls transitioning out of foster care through digital media, technology, and creative economy training, creating pathways to meaningful careers and economic independence. Her accolades, on-screen presence, and entrepreneurial triumphs resonate as a beacon for change, setting her apart as a leading voice in the media and entertainment industry. Her journey, marked by resilience and innovation, inspires audiences and fellow professionals alike, positioning her as an influential force in media and beyond.
Tricia “CK” Hoffler is the CEO of The CK Hoffler Firm, an Atlanta-based law firm that specializes in representing plaintiffs in trucking accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, catastrophic personal injury, civil rights litigation, commercial litigation, employment discrimination, opioid litigation, global commercial transactions, and “Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)” representation. She is licensed in Georgia, Florida, Virginia, the District of
Columbia, and Pennsylvania. To date, Ms. Hoffler has tried and/or settled cases on behalf of her clients worth over a billion dollars. Ms. Hoffler has also lectured extensively nationally and internationally on trial strategies and techniques, personal injury, medical negligence, First Amendment matters, employment discrimination, opioid litigation, and commercial matters. In
2022, Ms. Hoffler formed an affiliated firm the NIL Law Group LLC, that focuses on representing college athletes nationally relative to their NIL contracts and related concerns.
The NIL Law Group, LLC has seven partners actively practicing in 5 different states and the District of Columbia including Florida, Georgia, Texas, New York and California. She speaks French fluently and is proficient in Spanish and Portuguese. Ms. Hoffler has made regular media appearances on television and radio. She hosts her own weekly radio show, “Law and Legal,” on Atlanta’s WAOK. Ms. Hoffler also is a guest host each Wednesday on the Santita Jackson show “Legal Q&A with CK”. She has also appeared and provided legal and political commentary on CNN, ABC, Court TV, MSNBC, and other entities in the Peacock Network. Ms. Hoffler hosted a six-part legal talk show series on AIB Network entitled “Know Your Rights with CK Hoffler” series. Ms. Hoffler was educated in Switzerland (College du Leman, University of Geneva), Canada (Branksome Hall) and the United States. She received her undergraduate degree from Smith College and her law degree from Georgetown University.
Committed to advocating for the lives of those in underinvested communities, Cicley Gay is a seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in nonprofit and philanthropic organizations. As the visionary founder of The Amplifiers, a pioneering social enterprise at the intersection of cause and commu- nications, and new Chairwoman of the Board for the Black Lives Matter, Cicley brings a wealth of expertise to the forefront of social justice initiatives. She embarked on her civic service journey by participating in two terms in AmeriCorps, then assumed a pivotal position as the founding director of STAND (Students Take Action for New Directions), where she empowered students by educating them on the ramifications of federal budget alloca- tions on under-resourced communities.Her unwavering dedication to uplifting marginalized communities is shown through her decade-long commitment to catalyzing change at The Women’s Sports Foundation.
In her roles as the founding director of GoGirlGo! and later as the National Director of Education and Alliances, she tirelessly spearheaded initiatives aimed at expanding access to physical activity for young women in un- derserved areas across the nation. Her passion for mentorship and empowerment further propelled her to serve as the Director of National Initiatives at the National CARES Mentoring Movement, where she played a central role in establishing a multi-million-dollar national mentoring initiative for children, earning the endorsement of the U.S. Department of Juvenile Justice. Cicley’s impact extends beyond her professional achievements. She has been recognized for her outstanding contributions, receiving accolades such as the President’s Volunteer Service Award from the Obama Administration in 2013 and the Catalyst Award from the Global Center for Social Change through Women’s Leadership in 2015. Additionally, Cicley is a proud member of the inaugural class of WEI (Women’s Entrepreneurship Initi- ative) and has been honored as one of Georgia’s 40 Under 40, awarded a SPANX Red Backpack grant for Women’s Entrepreneurship, ATL+ most powerful women in Atlanta in 2024 and one of SUCCESS magazine’s 50 Women of Impact in 2025. Her greatest ac- complishment was winning “Mom of the Year” as a mom to three sons. Cicley often says, “I spent decades intentionally preparing my sons for the world, I am now focused on also preparing the world for my sons.”
Christina “Ms. Basketball” Granville is an award-winning entertainment host, media personality, speaker, and entrepreneur who has become one of Atlanta’s most recognizable voices in sports and culture. As an Entertainment Contributor for Fox 5 Atlanta, Christina has graced some of the nation’s biggest stages, including the NFL Super Bowl Experience, NBA All-Star Weekend, Invest Fest, and Essence Festival. A former collegiate basketball captain, she has turned her passion for leadership into a thriving career dedicated to inspiring others to pursue their purpose fearlessly.
She is also the Founder and CEO of the I Hoop Too Foundation, a nonprofit committed to empowering young girls through basketball, mentorship, and personal development. For her dedication to service and community impact, Christina received the Presidential Volunteer Service Award in both 2024 and 2025. Through every stage she touches and every life she impacts, Christina’s mission remains the same: to use her platform to inspire, uplift, and remind others that their purpose has the power!!
Alana Harris is a cultural strategist, consultant, and community leader dedicated to the intersection of arts, culture, and economic empowerment. As Deputy Director of Arts and Culture for the City of New Orleans, she has driven initiatives that strengthen the creative economy, elevate artists, and
build lasting foundations for cultural organizations to thrive. Her resilience was never more visible than in 2020, when she launched the Embrace The Culture Initiative — a platform created in the height of the pandemic to ensure artists and cultural bearers had the support they needed not just to survive, but to thrive. It was a defining moment: meeting crisis with creativity and uncertainty with decisive action. Alana’s influence extends globally, with partnerships and collaborative projects spanning Ghana, Switzerland, France, Japan, South Korea, Jamaica, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic — proof that purposeful leadership transcends borders. She leads with clarity, conviction, and an unwavering commitment to community — inspiring others to show up boldly for the people and places they serve.
Sinnidra Taylor is the Founder and Executive Director of Friends of Codey’s NOLA, an independently built, nonprofit-led shared kitchen incubator in New Orleans. Created from the ground up by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs, Friends of Codey’s helps emerging food businesses access affordable commercial kitchen space, business education, mentorship, and revenue-generating opportunities. A community builder, food systems advocate, and entrepreneur, Taylor launched the organization in response to barriers she experienced firsthand as the owner of Crazy Waffle Bar and while supporting other culinary entrepreneurs working to formalize and grow their businesses. Friends of Codey’s NOLA operates as a primarily self-supporting nonprofit and serves as a vital launchpad for food entrepreneurs—particularly Black, Brown, women, and underserved business owners—by providing the tools, resources, and network needed to build sustainable food businesses.
Taylor supports more than 200 food businesses annually, including approximately 30 active kitchen tenants. Her leadership style is family-centered and team-oriented, creating a culture where entrepreneurs support one another’s growth while learning the systems, compliance practices, and business skills needed to succeed. Before founding Friends of Codey’s, Taylor built a career in education, special education compliance, youth development, and community programming. She holds a Master of Arts in Teaching in Special Education: Mild/Moderate Disabilities and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with minors in Math and Mass Communication from Xavier University of Louisiana. Her work reflects a lifelong commitment to advocacy, access, entrepreneurship, and building practical community infrastructure for those often left out of traditional systems.
Oluwamodupe “Dupe” Oloyede is a Nigerian-American artist, performer, musician, dancer, and history-making leader whose work lives at the intersection of arts, leadership, and wellness. Trained in theatre, music, and dance, she brings storytelling, discipline, and embodied performance to every stage she enters. As the first female Head Drum Major of Florida A&M University’s legendary Marching “100,” Dupe expanded her artistry beyond the theatre and into one of the most visible leadership roles in HBCU culture. Her recent national recognition – from the 98th Academy Awards stage to the College Football Hall of Fame and a Head & Shoulders brand partnership – reflects a portfolio grounded in authenticity, preparation, cultural pride, and the power of showing up fully as herself.
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