Darius Johnson
Born in Philly, studied in Georgia, ignited in D.C., and now bringing his comedic creativity to Los Angeles, Darius Johnson has an unbelievable drive you wouldnt believe. He brings the stage alive with his stand up and brings so much heart when he’s in the studio recording voiceover. Johnson has had the pleasure of working on Nickelodeon’s Monster High, danced as the Savannah Bananas First ever Dancing Base Coach, and loves Cold Stone, a lot…a whole lot, but who doesn’t right!

Catrice Monson
Catrice Monson is a people-first leader, whose work focuses on the intersections of workplace belonging and engagement, labor and business, and diversity, equity and inclusion. Catrice is an expert at imagining, designing, and building innovative work environments where employees are empowered and encouraged to share their unique and broad perspectives.

Catrice is the Executive Director of CAM Foundation, a foundation that provides financial assistance to underserved students. She has been a part-time lecturer at UCLA Law, and sits on the board of the Ziffren Institute for Media, Entertainment, Technology and Sports Law at UCLA. Catrice completed her BA in American Studies from Stanford University, and her J.D. from the UCLA School of Law. She holds certificates from Georgetown and Cornell in Diversity and Inclusion.

Thembisa S. Mshaka
Creative executive, author, producer, filmmaker, voice actor, activist, and entertainment branding specialist Thembisa S. Mshaka has been in love with words, music and media for as long as she can remember. She founded Mshaka Media to house all her creative endeavors.

A Los Angeles native and distinguished alumna award recipient from both her high school and undergraduate alma maters, Thembisa is a proud graduate and donor of Westridge School’s Class of 1988. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations and Ethnic Studies from Mills College in Oakland, California. A graduate of the film producing program at New York Film Academy, Thembisa is a multiple festival selected writer-director and producer of three short films.

Kane Jungbluth-Murry

Kane Jungbluth-Murry, born and raised in Chandler, AZ had solidified dreams of being in entertainment as far back as he can remember. He grew an affinity for film, television and music at a young age thanks to his parents. His mother, a singer in their church choir, and his father, a freelance music producer and DJ, put the visions of being a star in his view.

From musical theatre, dance, drama, and choir, Kane took on developing skills that put him center stage at every performance through the years. At age 18, he moved to Los Angeles where he took strides into on-camera acting, but his desires made a sharp turn into a new arena—voiceover.

His calling was discovered and passions were found in this industry of voice where he conquer one stepping stone after another. Today, Kane is proud to be a professional voice actor, working with companies such as Disney, Warner Bros., Sony, the MLB, and more. Beginning a career in voiceover is what shifted a desire for storytelling into action. With an actor’s point of view, he brings a love for story structure to every project.

Jay-Ann Lopez

Jay-Ann Lopez is the Founder and CEO of Black Girl Gamers, a leading organisation championing diversity and inclusion in the gaming industry. A BAFTA member and Honorary Professor at Norwich University of the Arts, she is internationally recognised for her advocacy for Black women in gaming. Black Girl Gamers collaborates with major brands, promoting equity through talent brokering, consultancy, education, media and events.

Jay-Ann’s influence extends beyond gaming, blending beauty and fashion with initiatives like Gamer Girls Night In. Named a top innovator by the Institute of Digital Fashion, she’s been featured in Vogue, Dazed and Forbes and is a sought-after speaker and presenter.