The Center for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion brings local industry leaders to ArtCenter to contribute to the ongoing discourse surrounding the creative economy and to speak on innovative and impactful ways to empower artists and creatives to drive jobs, revenue, resources and cultural engagement in their community. This discussion will be moderated by Dr. Melvin Armstrong, a Graduate Film student and DEI Creativist. 

Confirmed speakers include: 

• Larry Wilmore, comedian, writer, producer and actor 
• Taren Mansfield, creator and writer
• Shondrella Avery, actress, model and comedian
• Guy Torry, comedian, actor, creative producer

Our mission: To connect ArtCenter students and local youth with industry leaders in the Pasadena and Greater Los Angeles Area and create a model of community engagement that fosters authentic collaboration and meaningful learning opportunities for all involved. This is a Fireside Chat with local industry leaders with reception to follow.

Black in the Creative Economy is co-sponsored by the President’s Office, the Center for Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) and the Film Department.