AI & The Culture

​@ShirleyVernae is an Emmy-nominated producer and the founder of Willie B. Studios, a powerhouse content studio known for telling bold, culturally-resonant stories for Fortune 500 companies.

​@Kingwillonius is the viral creative technologist behind BBL Drizzy, blending culture and code to create some of the most talked-about AI moments on the internet. Together, they’re bringing their vision to life to empower the next wave of Black creatives in tech and storytelling.

​AI & The Culture AI is changing the game—but how do we make sure we are shaping the future, not just watching it happen? This meetup is for Black creatives ready to explore how AI intersects with culture, storytelling, and creativity.

​From music to filmmaking to design, we’re diving into how AI can amplify our voices while keeping authenticity at the core. Expect real conversations, dope minds in the room, and insights from those already pushing the culture forward in AI.