Dr. Quiana M. Shamsid-Deen

My name is Dr. Quiana, and I am a proud Black woman who is passionate about dispelling the myth of the strong black woman. My mission is to revitalize the economic ecosystem of Black Americans through entrepreneurship, encouraging capital infusion into Black-owned businesses while also creating safe spaces for Black women to be soft, vulnerable, seen and heard. I have dedicated my life to promoting economic justice for Black people – specifically women – by prioritizing economic inclusion in our communities. Additionally, I've been striving to create systems that support Black entrepreneurs so that they can access opportunities and resources needed to build sustainable businesses. Through my writing on various platforms, I have sought to open up conversations around dismantling systemic racism and overcoming oppressive structures within our society. My work has focused around creating equity in education, healthcare and economic opportunities for people of color. I am committed to amplifying the voices of Black women through advocacy and allyship so that we can use our collective power to drive change in our communities.