Jena Dominique on Curate
• – • Chapter 510 and the Department of Make Believe
About the speaker
Hailing from the Bay Area, CA, Jena Dominique, aka jena së kwa, is a Creative Director and DJ, transcending conventional boundaries with her talents. From the inception of StreetSalad.Co postcards, to the It’s A Look podcast, and most recently, Made in Color creative agency, Jena's portfolio is vast. With over ten years of experience in marketing, project management, talent sourcing, and client management, she’s earned recognition on Forbes' prestigious 30 Under 30 list (profile) in 2023, an Anthem Award, and shortlistee for One Young World’s Campaigner of the Year award. Fast Company and the San Francisco Chronicle have celebrated her brilliance, while the University of California, Santa Barbara lauds her as an alumni trailblazer. Jena is more than an entrepreneur; she's a maestro of envisioning concepts that challenge norms, igniting her team's potential, and crafting impactful narratives through print, digital, and in-person experiences. Beyond titles, Jena is a DJ sensation who has ignited the global music scene with her magnetic energy. Her performances are more than just music; they're an immersive journey through soundscapes that stir the soul. Within four years, she's trained at the Beat Junkies Institute of Sound, DJ'd Lightning in a Bottle, and the 2023 Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit Africa to name a few. She embodies empathy, foresight, and articulate communication. She carves safe havens for marginalized creators and lights the way for underserved audiences. Her audacious spirit defies assumptions, allowing her to pioneer uncharted creative territories. In a world craving audacity and innovation, Jena Dominique emerges as an embodiment of ambition, creativity, and allure.
Local partners
Chapter 510 & the Dept. of Make Believe is Oakland’s only youth writing center fronted by the world’s only magical bureaucracy.
We provide free in-school tutoring, creative writing workshops, and publishing opportunities for K-12 students in Oakland, and are currently a proud part of the 826 Chapter Development Process.
Changing the world through personalised digital experiences. Founded 40 years ago on the simple idea of creating innovative products that change the world, Adobe offers ground breaking technology that empowers everyone, everywhere to imagine, create and bring any digital experience to life.
At Groundfloor, we bring people together–whether it’s to work alongside others, socialize at events, or simply hang out. It’s a place where you can be a part of your community and be around good people.
Groundfloor Oakland is located in the heart of the Temescal neighborhood, one of Oakland’s oldest and most distinctive neighborhoods.
GASH Productions is a Black & Queer-owned creative brand based in Oakland, CA, specializing in visual storytelling that captures the depth and intimacy of moments, people, and places. Rooted in the belief that every story deserves to be seen and celebrated, GASH Productions bridges artistry and impact through video, photography, and innovative media to inspire change and honor diverse narratives.
Teas With Meaning is an organic loose leaf and tea infused products company based in Oakland, California. “Magic is the main ingredient,” Mitchell often says. The magic of her teas are that they have multiple uses outside of an organic, fresh cup of tea to sip. Whether in baths, yoni steams, your favorite yogurt or plant compost, TWM herbs can be enjoyed after the initial brew. TWM also sells handcrafted ceramic mugs, tea-infused chocolates, tea-infused custom candles, wood-burn coasters and more; as partnerships and collaborations with other women and/or black owned small businesses.
Additional details
What you can expect:
8:30am: Doors open (come early to get coffee & breakfast!)
9:00am – 9:10am: Host greeting & Talk starts
9:10 – 9:30am: Speaker delivers a 20-minute talk
9:30am – 9:40am: Q&A
9:40am – 10am: Gratitude, give-aways, and mingle
10:00am: See you next month!
Location
Hosted at
Chapter 510 and the Department of Make Believe
546 9th St
Oakland, California United States 94607
When
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Co-Host Ashara Ekundayo
Event Lead Duane Horton
Event Lead Carolina Quintanilla
Event Lead Jay Gash
