Born Orpha Gail Winfrey, not (Oprah), on January 29, 1954 in rural Mississippi Oprah Winfrey is known to be the “Queen of Talk Shows” and one of the most talented hosts that the world has seen. But what led to her success and why can’t people get enough of Mama O? Well, let’s find out! Throughout her career, she has won a total of 18 Daytime Emmys and 2 Primetime Emmys. She is loved by most and widely known for the many good works on behalf of the international community.

Navo Emmanuel is a a mission-driven creative and social advocate who uses her analytical skills to demonstrate cases for equitable socio-economic solutions. Her work involves using urban planning and advanced statistical knowledge to support the process of translating data into captivating stories and impactful insights. Her background as a Mende refugee of Sierra Leone and first-hand experiences working in both developing and developed landscapes fuel her drive to support the capacity building tactics that most exemplify the human journey. She has also been featured sharing her journey in an Emmy Winning Spectrum News Documentary.