Creative Class 2019

Name: Ben Cory Jones Occupation: Producer and Director Location: Los Angeles How Do We Know Him: He’s the ring leader behind some of our favorite must-watch TV, including Insecure, Underground, CLAWS and Boomerang. Why We Chose Him: Ben’s key strokes are all over the small screen most impactful depictions of Black folks. What’s Next: He be casting! […]

Name: Myles Loftin Occupation: Photographer Location: New York How We Know Him: Myles dropped a bomb in 2016 with an amazing multimedia project that created much needed conversation—and major garnered accolades—for speaking new life into Black masculinity. Why We Chose Him: He’s redefining Black maleness via art. What’s Next: The hustle-minded artist is focused on racking up […]

Name: Rashid Johnson Occupation: Artist Location: New York How We Know Him: A consummate artist, Johnson’s work has been gracing gallery halls for the past two decades. Why We Chose Him: His art celebrates all things us. What’s Next: He was selected to participate in the Barnes’ Foundation’s 30 Americans exhibit, which highlights groundbreaking contemporary African American […]

Name: La Mar C. Taylor Occupation: Creative Director How You Know Him: Crafting all things image for The Weeknd and XO records. Why We Chose Him: Taylor’s vision has made a huge imprint in pop music. What’s Next: Creating new flock of hits with the brands. Location: Toronto IG: @lamarctaylor The Weeknd burst onto the […]

Name: Enoch Occupation: Music Producer How You Know Him: Owner of E.O.A Productions Why We Chose Him: He’s a talented producer with even bigger dreams… to become a beacon of hope. What’s Next: Expanding his company’s vision and hopefully winning Grammys and humanitarian awards. Location: Queens, New York IG: @enoch_theproducer Enoch the producer hails from […]

Name: Kam McCullough Occupation: Entrepreneur Location: Los Angeles How We Know Him: He kicked off HennyPalooza, a touring day party that became quite the thing to attend. Why We Chose Him: After a few strategic alliances he made parties his business, morphing his signature brand into DussePalooza—a popular go-to event. What’s Next: Expanding the DussePalooza […]