Speaker: Earnestine E. Dawson, Communications Strategist
Fireside chat: Connect & Create: The Power of Partnerships in Digital Storytelling
Earnestine E. Dawson is a distinguished communications strategist dedicated to amplifying democratic voices and fostering civic engagement. Beginning her political career on President Obama’s 2012 re-election campaign, she has become a recognized expert in helping public officials connect with constituents through strategic messaging and social media storytelling.
Earnestine has served in key communications roles with prominent Democratic leaders, including Leader Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic National Committee, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, Stacey Abrams for Governor, Representative Yvette D. Clarke, and the House Democratic Caucus. Her innovative approach combines traditional political communications with digital engagement strategies, creating campaigns that spark meaningful civic conversations.
With expertise spanning grassroots organizing to high-level strategic communications, Earnestine excels at translating complex policy messages into compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. She holds a Master’s in Public Policy from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor’s in Mass Communication from Tennessee State University.
Speaker: Yvonne Pearson, Founder of PinkDollhouse Marketing
Fireside chat: Connect & Create: The Power of Partnerships in Digital Storytelling
Yvonne is a creative marketing strategist, podcast host, content creator, and founder of PinkDollhouse Marketing, a boutique agency dedicated to elevating creatives, non-profits, and minority-owned businesses. With over a decade of experience in brand development, content strategy, and community engagement, she blends strategic insight with bold storytelling to help brands show up authentically.
She’s the voice behind Coffee with Yvonne, a podcast and platform centered on thought leadership and building creative communities, which has been heard in over 24 countries and reached 30,000+ lifetime downloads. Yvonne’s content has been featured in campaigns for Vogue and Hulu, and seen nationally on the Today Show. In 2023, she was named one of AAMA’s “50 Black Marketers to Watch”, recognizing her as a leading voice in modern marketing. She also holds six professional certifications and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Marketing to continue evolving in a space she’s deeply passionate about.