There are moments that shift the atmosphere and set a new standard for what unity and excellence look like. November 6th in Atlanta was one of those moments. The Gathering Spot was filled with brilliance, purpose, and the fierce spirit of Black media leadership. It was not just an event. It was a movement.
The visionary of the night, Shon Murdock of FULL BLOOM GLOBAL MEDIA, pulled together a room overflowing with powerhouse voices that are shaping culture, telling our stories, and preserving our legacy in media. This was his first year launching this event and the energy made it clear that it will not be the last.
I was honored to witness the moment and proud to speak on the panel among so many trailblazers, as the Founder/Publisher of FEMI Magazine.
These women spoke on challenges, opportunities, and the future of media with passion and transparency. When Black women come together with intention, we do not just speak. We shift rooms. We open doors. We build tables and make space for others to eat too.
Atlanta felt the power that night.
Below are the phenomenal women and their media brands represented:
- Kristyn Leverette, Sheen Magazine
- Mo Clark, Hype Hair and Upscale Magazine
- Dr. Carol Diggs, Industry Highlighter Magazine
- Shanta Lana Hereford, The Hype Magazine
- Shemariah Pradia, BossXL Magazine
- Dr. Lel Lewis, Women of Wealth Magazine
- Tanisha D. Davis, FEMI Magazine
- Camille Marine, Full Bloom Global Media and Full Bloom Magazine
- Rebecca Camon, In The City Magazine
- Daniela Rivera, BeatSelector Magazine
- Jonell Whitt, Rolling Out Magazine
- Laura Nwogu, The Atlanta Voice
A Special Thank You to the incredible partners who helped bring this night to life:
John C. Lipman, MD, FSIR
JD Lawrence, ATL Auto Concierge
This was more than an event. It was a celebration of excellence and a declaration that our stories matter. We create. We lead. We empower. And when we come together like this, our light only shines brighter.
Photo Credit: @bobmackeyphotography
