DECADES OF EXPERIENCE
IN THE CULTURE

THE FOUNDERS

THE 2026 ADVISORY BOARD

  • NICOLE JONES

    With roots to the birthplace of Hip-Hop, the Honorable Nicole Jones is a cultural strategist who serves the people as a member of the Richmond City Council, representing the 9th district.
    @_nicolj

  • RADIO B

    Radio B is an emcee and storyteller who has been a champion for hip-hop music and culture in Virginia for years.
    @radioblitz

  • QUINELLE HOLDER

    From the 757, Quinelle Holder is a music industry veteran who has experience as an artist manager, publicist, journalist and more.
    @quinelleholder

  • CYMANDYE RUSSELL

    A native and resident of Williamsburg, Cymandye Russell has been embedded in the music, arts, and culture scenes throughout Virginia and beyond.  
    @cymandye

  • A.D. CARSON

    An emcee, a scholar, and an author, A.D. Carson is an Associate Professor of Hip-Hop at the University of Virginia.
    @aydeethegreat