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Bio

Shekhinah B. is a multihyphenate. An international vocal performer, art advocate, creative cultural producer, conversational curator, and author of The Art Economic Empowerment Workbook  & Take Charge.  She is a change-maker in the nonprofit and creative cultural sector, an avant-gardist using arts & culture to connect communities, highlight emerging artists, and amplify underrepresented voices.  As an independent consultant and speaker, she uses multiple platforms to empower underserved populations.

The executive director and founder of The Women’s Coalition for Empowerment, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to educating, uniting, and empowering creatives through the use of initiatives that promote creative expression, self-sufficiency, multiculturalism, self-esteem, and collective growth.

The creative cultural producer of Sistahs Attune, a program that increases workforce development opportunities within the creative economy, merging the gap between art and commerce while increasing culturally relevant platforms for Afro-Centric expression.

Shekhinah B. is a dynamic recording artist and songwriter that has over 15 years of performance experience in diverse musical capacities.  In 2022, she was honored with a historical citation award by the City Council of the City of Philadelphia for successful execution of the Art Economic Empowerment Initiative.  A grant recipient of the Black Music City Award, the Encore Music Award, and an Image Award.  Her vocal genres include Jazz, Soul, Blues, Pop, Funk, House, and R&B.  In 2022, she performed in a 50-piece Public Orchestra under the musical direction of Anthony Tidd incorporating original compositions from notable composers such as Ursula Rucker, Xenia Rubinos, Ari Benjamin, Ann Carlson, Marshall Allen & DM Hotep of The Sun Ra Arkestra. You can find recorded music featuring her vocals on digital platforms such as Sound Cloud, Spotify, iTunes, Amazon, and YouTube.

She uses her voice to incite change by amplifying underrepresented voices to influence, inspire, and raise awareness of the importance of equitable representation and access to opportunities.

Formally, she has a Master's degree in Nonprofit Leadership, certifications in Grantsmanship, Fundraising, Digital Marketing, and Human Services.

Over a decade as an experienced Program Director, Creative Strategist, Curriculum Developer, Diversity Specialist, Speaker, Educator, & Live Dialogue Facilitator.  Shekhinah is prepared to bring unique experiences that will positively impact your business, organization, and community.

Educational Services Provided

  • Interactive (Pre-Recorded & Live) In-Person or Remote Cultural Programming
  • Art Administration & Creative Entrepreneurship
  • Entrepreneurial Workshops & Consultations
  • Interactive Dialogue Facilitation
  • Nonprofit Evaluations & Training
  • Webinar & Zoom Workshops & Training(s)

Approach

Shekhinah caters to the diverse needs of creatives, collaborators and audiences by providing superior professional services.

A proven track record of success, integrity, commitment, and motivation to execute all services in a timely and effective manner.

Successful art presentation and program management, delivering high-quality content.

Best known for executing innovative thought-provoking content conveying creative concepts in cross-cultural mediums, infusing multimedia, live performance, and instrumentation.