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Kendra Jamaica
Founder & Executive Producer of Dama Productions
Kendra Jamaica is a Chicago-born Mexicana host, event producer, and curator who turns spaces into emotionally resonant, visually striking experiences. She is the creative force behind Dama Productions, a platform dedicated to uplifting Latine, sapphic, and femme communities through bold, immersive live entertainment like ESCÁNDALO Comedy, Lipstick Lounge, and the CHiSME Variety Show. As a Second City Bob Curry Fellow, Latinas Acting Up member, and La Collective Fellow, Kendra is a dedicated collaborator who ensures everyone in the room feels seen and leaves changed.
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Camilo Vera
creative Director
Camilo Vera is a Chicago-based Creative Director, designer, and freelance creative consultant with 12+ years of experience building brands, campaigns, and design systems rooted in clear thinking and strong visual storytelling. Today, he partners independently with brands and organizations to clarify ideas, sharpen creative direction, and bring meaningful work to life across identity, campaign, content, and production. His past work includes creative direction for global brands such as FedEx, Amazon Business, and Vitamix, alongside civic organizations, nonprofits, and community-driven initiatives. An art director at the core, Camilo bridges strategy and craft, shaping ideas from concept through execution.
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Alicia August-Wright
Founder + Event Architect, A’Vents by August
Alicia August-Wright is a Chicago-based event architect, producer, and floral artist. As Founder of A’Vents by August and Co-Founder of The Honest Hostess, she creates experiences rooted in creativity, culture, and human connection. With more than 20 years in hospitality and event production, Alicia has partnered with organizations including Discover Financial Services, the Obama Foundation, CBS News, and Noble Network. Her work spans conferences, community engagement initiatives, leadership gatherings, and immersive experiences designed to bring people together with intention. A passionate community builder, Alicia believes people thrive when they feel seen, connected, and supported, and that gathering with intention has the power to spark transformation.
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Miki Grace
Communications Director & Creative Partner
Miki Grace is a Communications Director and independent creative partner that helps influential, culture-shaping people and organizations tell stories that move people, not just market to them. She is the creator of Summer Sit Down, a Chicago-based networking experience designed to empower women with conversational confidence, forge women-led collaborations, and create emotionally safe spaces where no-one has to perform professionalism in order to belong. As a storyteller, community leader, and a M.Div. student at Gammon Theological Seminary, her work sits at the intersection of story, strategy, spirituality, and community transformation.
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Cristina Vera Bridges
CEO of Vera Creative and Founder of La Collective
Cristina Vera Bridges is an award-winning communications strategist with 25 years of expertise in leadership, marketing, & community engagement. Her efforts have resulted in more resources, representation, and funding for underserved communities across Chicago and throughout Illinois. Her agency takes a purpose-centered approach to their work, partnering with countless government organizations, blue-chip brands, and social impact organizations to advocate for equity in education, the arts, and community health and wellness.
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Yasmin Berryhill
Artist and Muralist
Yasmin Berryhill is a Chicago-based artist, illustrator, and muralist inspired by culture, connection, and storytelling. Her work spans large-scale murals, brand collaborations, live art experiences, and custom illustration, all rooted in the belief that art should spark conversation and create lasting memories.
