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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: William ‘Bam’ Sparks

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William “Bam” Sparks is a visionary brand architect and cultural technologist whose work lives at the intersection of Black innovation, immersive storytelling, and community connectivity. Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, Sparks brings a rare blend of technical expertise and cultural intuition—shaped by his studies in Chemical Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology and his time at […]

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: MAGGY FRANCOIS

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In 1996, Maggy Francois launched her career in style, producing events for clients along the East Coast and securing her first major contract with the Congressional Black Caucus. With a clear vision and unmatched creative instinct, she founded her self-titled company, Maggy Francois, LLC, a special events and creative production studio committed to creating the

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Turquoise Barney

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Fearless, unique and unforgettable are just a few adjectives that describe Turquoise Barney. Turquoise is a wife, mother, mentor, entrepreneur and modern day mom-preneur. She is originally from Northern California, but now resides in Atlanta, GA. Turquoise is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of CSU Stanislaus ; having obtained her Bachelors of Science degree in

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Katrina High

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Katrina High is a distinguished entrepreneurial, patient-centric business leader with over two decades of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector. She is co -owner of one of the largest multi-million dollar Project Management Agencies. She brings a wealth of industry expertise and has built a solid reputation for her strategic thinking and innovative approach.

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Tex James

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Tex James, a proud native of Macon, GA, is a dynamic force of creativity, leadership, and community empowerment. With an unshakable belief in the power of giving back, Tex has dedicated his life to uplifting others while excelling as a multifaceted talent. As Program Director and Morning Show Host of the Tex James Morning Showon

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Kirk Wilcox

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Kirk L. Wilcox, affectionately known as “The Duke of Atlanta,” is a dedicated community leader and humanitarian with a deep passion for service. Born and raised in McRae, Georgia, Kirk is a proud alumnus of Albany State University and has called Atlanta home for the past 18 years. With a proven track record of tireless advocacy for

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Krystal Coleman

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Krystle Coleman is the Founder and CEO, of Midori Star Media Group @midoristarmediagroup a full-service public relations boutique. She is not only known for her brand she is also quite credited as a writer, creative, and event designer. She has built her name in the game working with some of the most prominent names in entertainment, fashion, beauty, and sports.

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Making Technology Make Sense: Freda Hendley-Reeves and the Work of Community Innovation Translating Technology Into Community Access

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In meeting rooms and community spaces, inside classrooms, churches, and innovation hubs, Freda Hendley-Reeves—known to most simply as Free—is often less concerned with introducing new technology than with asking a quieter question: who understands it, and who gets left out when they don’t? The answer has shaped much of her work over the past decade.

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The Rhythm of Discipline: A Conversation with Shawn M. Cumberbatch-Graham

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The conversation begins where many stories about New York eventually do, somewhere between music and movement. Before the boardrooms, before operational strategy and institutional leadership, there was a younger Shawn Cumberbatch-Graham in the Bronx, moving to music on sidewalks and in community spaces where rhythm was currency and confidence was learned early. She laughs when

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