Rakia Reynolds
About Rakia Reynolds
Rakia Reynolds is an accomplished thought leader and proven authority in branding, creative strategy and business development. She guides clients across multiple verticals with inspiration, and strategic guidance on how to navigate increasingly complex cultural landscapes and heightened consumer expectations. As Founder and EO of Skai Blue Media, Rakia routinely interacts with a diverse mix of creators, key opinion leaders, and experts who are affecting the world and require her unique insight to guide them as they navigate their ever-changing needs with no blueprint or roadmap to follow. An influential change agent and keynote speaker, Rakia is in high demand from companies and entrepreneurs to address topics that will affect the future of their industry and how it might operate differently. Onstage, she captivates audiences as her talks span branding, media, multicultural business, economic development, and the entrepreneurial journey, all of which are more than relevant to the recent turbulent times. These include discussions on the impact of new technology, AI, the metaverse, etc. Rakia is also often called upon to moderate panel discussions due her in-depth knowledge of a wide range of topics affecting the business community. As a member of the Fast Company Impact Council, Rakia regularly contributes her expertise to the pages of Forbes, Inc.com, HuffPost, Fast Company, and more. She is often recognized for her innovative approach and commitment to authenticity and has spoken at TEDx, SXSW, Inbound, and others. Recently honored with the 2023 Trailblazer award by the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists, Rakia has also been named by Inc. Magazine as one of the 27 Business Leaders Aiming to Change the World, listed as one of the 25 Most Socially Influential Tastemakers on Dell’s “Inspire 100” list, and profiled by Forbes as a part of their “Next 1000” list. Skai Blue Media (SBM), a non-traditional communications agency that proudly hosts an eclectic group of storytellers, brand experts, and strategists. As a key influencer, Rakia works with her team to launch, brand, re-brand, and revitalize lifestyle, technology, non-profit and entrepreneurial clients. This list includes Dell, Serena Williams, Morgan Stanley, Jill Scott, and more. Rakia’s portfolio includes #FanofYourBrand(tactical business tools), clothing brand EVRYDAY Jane, and an ethical intelligence platform set to launch soon.