Meet the Board

Meet the 2025-2026
Board of Directors

Meet the dedicated leaders who champion our mission of empowering, elevating, and excelling within the speaking profession. Our Board of Directors brings together accomplished speakers and industry professionals who volunteer their time, expertise, and passion to advance BlackNSA’s vision of fostering excellence and inclusion in the speaking industry.

Each board member embodies our commitment to transformative leadership and professional development. Together, they work tirelessly to create opportunities, develop innovative programs, and build a supportive community that helps speakers of color thrive. Their diverse experiences and expertise guide our organization’s strategic direction while ensuring we remain true to our founding principles of empowerment, elevation, and excellence.

Lethia Owens, CSP

President
Known for her unparalleled ability to educate and inspire people from every walk of life Lethia Owens is a best-selling author, Tech CEO, international leadership expert, and speaker who is ranked #8 among the top 30 brand gurus in the world.
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Jecara Riviera

President-elect
Jecara Rivera is the CEO of Empower You. As a coach, keynote speaker and author, her mission is to empower, inspire and equip individuals and corporate teams to discover their inner power, overcome adversities and work fearlessly towards achieving their personal and professional goals.
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Robert Kennedy III

Immed. Past President
Robert Kennedy III – RK3 is the founder and CEO of Kennetik Kommunications, a leading communication and presentation training firm for the real estate industry. Through keynotes, workshop programs, coaching, consulting and emcee-ing, Robert works with leaders who need to deliver critical messages with confidence.
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Community

We are a vibrant community of speakers who understand your journey and are committed to your success. At BlackNSA, we provide the training, resources, and connections you need to build a thriving speaking career while staying true to your authentic self. Since 1993, we’ve helped countless speakers command stages, inspire audiences, and create lasting impact. Your voice matters, and your time is now.

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