THE
STORY
On our weekly show, we interview guests ranging from music executives to non-profit owners (and everyone in between) and discuss hot topic issues and the latest headlines.
As today's innovators and culture starters, The Black Creators Club doesn’t just share black stories, but goes beyond the narrative to build a community that provides a space for all creators to discover, share and connect. As a hub for black creativity, we showcase a diversity of experiences in order to inspire others to abide by their ABCs (Always Be Creating), while making ambitious moves towards their next opportunity.
There is no cookie-cutter success story and we want to make tapping into your purpose the new norm for leveling up.
In an era of multi-hyphenates and digital reminders that multiple streams of income should be the ultimate goal, there is a current need for guidance, emerging above the noise, and leaving your mark on the world.
We aspire to expand the community of black creators and build avenues for circulating wealth within the black community. We want to become the go-to resource, not just for amplifying creators’ stories, but also for sharing advice, encouraging connections, and providing opportunities for partnerships.
We’re on a mission to redefine what it means to be a creator, particularly in the Black community. We make tapping into your purpose and vibrating higher, the new norm.
MEET YOUR CO-FOUNDERS
Akilah Ffriend
Bronx, New York roots, Caribbean flavor, and worldly ambitions, Akilah Ffriend is a Television Host and Media Businesswoman with a love for all things pop culture, fashion, business, and lifestyle. Akilah currently lives in Los Angeles and serves up energy, depth, and realness as a digital creator.
- Digital Host, Writer, and On-Air Talent for networks including Afterbuzz TV, Cheddar Media, and her own Youtube series featuring Married at First Sight and Love Is Blind guests.
- Columbia Business School MBA grad and UNC Tarheel obsessed with media and life motivation
- Experienced Hollywood dealmaker and content partnerships leader at HBO Max, Apple TV, NBCUniversal, ViacomCBS, World Wrestling Entertainment, and more!
Eboné Chatman
Eboné Chatman is a young millennial visionary who has her eyes on the prize. She works at a production studio curating some of the hottest award shows. With a love for fashion, pop culture, and the Black entrepreneurial lifestyle, television hosting is her passion. Eboné was born and raised in Los Angeles and is ready for whatever the day brings with her fun-loving personality.
- Digital Host, Writer, and On-Air Talent for Afterbuzz TV focusing on reality tv shows including USA's Dare Me and MTV's Siesta Key
- Produces/Host web series called "Millennial Visionaries"
- Experienced media maker at Jesse Collins Ent, the Oprah Winfrey Network, Cronkite News on PBS, Film Gear Club, and more!
When she isn’t building her media empire, you’ll find this quick-witted Gemini binging the latest Bravo show, exploring the trendiest spots in her new Los Angeles neighborhood, or dreaming up her next Insta-worthy vacation with her girl-gang.
When she isn’t strutting on the runway of life, you can find this loyal Taurus stacking her coins for a rainy day, working out to keep her body in shape for her next vacation, and catching up with her girls at Sunday brunch with two (or three) mimosas.
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