The Black Footwear Forum is an annual convening created to celebrate, safeguard, and advance the influence, leadership, and artistry of Black creatives shaping the global footwear industry. Designed as both a cultural gathering and an industry platform, the forum brings together designers, executives, storytellers, and emerging talent to amplify Black innovation while addressing visibility, access, and long-term equity within footwear.

As Design Lead for the Black Footwear Forum, I led the branding and visual execution of the conference, assembling and directing a multidisciplinary team of designers and animators to deliver a cohesive, end-to-end experience. I defined the event’s visual and motion language and oversaw execution across all touch points. My team lead all graphics including stage graphics, motion assets, way-finding, digital and social content, presentation templates, and on-site environmental design. The final experience positioned the forum as a polished, forward-facing cultural platform honoring Black leadership and creativity in the global footwear industry.