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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Sharlinda Parker

Sharlinda “Shar” Parker, a Virginia native turned Atlanta powerhouse, is the entrepreneurial force and co-visionary behind the Tu La 2 Brand and founder of Sisters United of Atlanta, a signature program under the Q Parker Legacy Foundation dedicated to uplifting and advancing women and youth across professional, civic, and social spheres. Sharlinda’s journey is one […]

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Cynthia Horner

Cynthia Horner, CEO/Publisher of Right On! Magazine and its media platform RightOnDigital.com, is one of the most well-known and respected media professionals in magazine publishing. She was recently elected President of the New York Association of Black Journalists INYABJ) for a 2026-2028 term of office. The chapter consists of over 300 professional members in the

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Victor Jackson

Victor Jackson is a performer, creative director, and TEDx speaker whose work lives at the intersection of movement, music, and cultural storytelling. In 2025, he made his solo debut at 54 Below with April Showers and returned for his third year as Creative Director for MOVExMOBI, the official dance crew of MOBIfest. His breakout single, “He Belongs

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Aiesha McKenzie

Aiesha McKenzie, Atlanta’s Fragrance Designer, is a fragrance entrepreneur whose work sits at the intersection of innovation, identity, and community impact. As the founder of My Signature Scent, LLC, a fragrance company specializing in custom perfumery, she opened a perfume studio where everyday people create their own custom fragrances and guides clients through the process

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Barkue Tubman-Zawolo

Special Envoy & Global Ambassador for National Branding & Cultural Diplomacy,Republic of Liberia | Chief Community Officer, Essence Ventures | Founder & CEO, MBL Intl Group Barkue Tubman-Zawolo is a mission-driven entrepreneur, international strategist, and Liberia’s Special Envoy & Global Ambassador for National Branding & Cultural Diplomacy, appointed through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Tami Latrell

Tami LaTrell is a multi-platinum songwriter and powerhouse music business executive, newly elected National Trustee for The Recording Academy’s Atlanta Chapter. She’s penned songs for GRAMMY winning legendary artists including Whitney Houston (Whatchulookinat), Monica (Anchor), Keyshia Cole (Fallin Out), and SWV (All About You, Let’s Make Music), among others. Her first major publishing deal was

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Brandi Sims

Brandi Sims, MBA, the visionary Founder & CEO of Brandinc PR, boasts a remarkable 15- year career in strategic communications, digital marketing, and publicity events. Her diverse expertise has been honed through collaborations with a wide array of clients, including public figures, athletes, authors, speakers, nonprofits, government sector, brands, and corporations with offices in Oklahoma

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: JP Moore

John-Paul Moore is a creative director, cultural architect, and the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of JP Designs Art, a multidisciplinary creative studio shaping how stories, faith, music, and identity are visually experienced across global platforms. Known for work that blends emotional depth with conceptual clarity, Moore’s creative direction lives at the intersection of innovation,

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Brandon Butler

Brandon Butler is a seasoned marketing and creative leader, currently serving as the CEO of ButterATL, Atlanta’s premier culture channel that showcases the people, places, and experiences that make the city exceptional. Under Brandon’s guidance, ButterATL expanded its ownership group to include recording icons Antwan “Big Boi” Patton and Michael “Killer Mike” Render. As a

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ATELIER 100 | Most Influential People of 2026: Kira Skye Salgado

Kira Skye Salgado is an Atlanta-based actress, model, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Nails by Kira Skye, a beauty brand seven years in the making, built from a personal passion into a trusted creative business rooted in consistency and craftsmanship. With over four years of freelance modeling experience, Kira has worked across runway

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