Meet The Team

Dr. Lindsay Gary (PhD, MFA, MA, MPA) is the visionary founder and CEO of Afrikanah Book Club. She is a professor-scholar, conceptual diasporArtist, Afrocentric entrepreneur, and cultural curator whose mission is to educate, connect, and empower the African Diaspora. Learn more about her and her work here.

Angelique (any pronouns) is a facilitator, consultant, and educator focused on community building, cultural awareness, and parenting within social justice frameworks. She founded Interchange and teaches with BirthBruja.com. Angelique volunteers with multiple organizations, promoting resilience, critical thinking, and healing to combat isolation and violence, fostering connections and empowerment.

Jessica Snow (she/her) is a designer, printmaker, and educator whose creative work is influenced by a love of analog, hand-driven methods. She combines this sensibility with her digital design work. In this way, she transects both the analog and digital world, bringing the value of a holistic visual experience to her clients. Jessica firmly believes that excellent book and editorial design serves to elevate the message of the author and create a linger-worthy reader experience.

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In an ongoing commitment to reduce unconscious bias and be actively anti-racist, Jessica is dedicated to a reflective practice grounded in active listening. Her practice also includes addressing ableism, trans and homophobia, as well as rooting out entrenched internalized racism and misogyny. She has grown this practice over the past two decades and continually seeks to find ways which reduce her participation in systems of oppressions and push back against the dominant colonist narrative.

Venishia Marthrel, a writer, entrepreneur, and scholar, empowers marginalized communities by providing information, opportunities, and resources. As a researcher of disparity, she levels the playing field with her skills and connections. Driven by truth and fairness, she dedicates her work to advancing opportunities and services for the disenfranchised.

Leary McDonald, a Philadelphia-based actor, combines his colorful childhood experiences with formal training in Stanislavski at Temple University. From college short films to notable independent projects, he's recently starred in ONE WAY OUT (2022) and landed a lead role in IDLE SPEED (2022), showcasing his range and talent.

Laylah is a dedicated Digital Marketing Coordinator specializing in strategy and creative direction. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering results, she excels in developing impactful marketing plans and engaging digital content that drive business growth.

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