ATHENIA RODNEY
Speaker | Cultural Architect | Festival Strategist | Business Expansion Coach
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About Me
Athenia Rodney is a visionary voice in cultural celebration, strategic business growth, and transformational leadership. As the CEO of Juneteenth NYC, Founder of AR Business Expansion, and Executive Director of Umoja Events, she speaks with authenticity, authority, and a deep-rooted commitment to community.
From large-scale festivals and corporate keynotes to intimate leadership retreats and faith-based workshops, Athenia brings clarity, strategy, and heart to every stage.
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2K+
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25
Years of Experience
19+
Certifications and Awards
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Christian Cultural Center Atlanta
United for Brownsville
Mocha Moms Inc.
NYS Education & Policy Forums
Conquer Squad Leadership Retreats
Juneteenth NYC Festival
Gwinnett County School Engagements
And Many More
Media Coverage
Signature Speaking Topics
Perfect for Keynotes, Workshops, Panels, Breakouts, or Community Events
Cultural Empowerment & Festival Leadership
Behind the Scenes of a Major Festival
How to Organize, Scale, and Sustain
From Parade to Purpose
Leading Cultural Events that Create Lasting Change
Securing Sponsorships That Align
Building Meaningful Corporate Partnerships
Volunteers Are the Vibe
Mobilizing & Managing Mission-Driven Teams
Don’t Just Celebrate—Educate
How to Combine Culture, History, and Impact at Events
From Local Stage to National Platform
The Juneteenth NYC Growth Blueprint
The True Meaning of Juneteenth
Why it Still Matters & How We Honor It
Juneteenth 365
Turning Cultural Celebrations into Year-Round Movements
Cultural Empowerment & Festival Leadership
Build Bold with What You Have
Growth Strategies for Underserved Entrepreneurs
The Freedom Framework
3 Keys to Sustainable Business Expansion
Marketing That Moves
Purpose-Driven Messaging that Converts
Event-Based Business Models
Turning Moments into Revenue & Reach
Fundraising Without Fear
How to Position Your Pitch for Sponsors & Donors
Leadership & Legacy
Lead from Where You Are
Building Movements Without a Title
Legacy Over Likes
Community Leadership in a Social Media Age
Multi-Hat Mastery
How to Lead as a Mom, Mentor, and Mission-Holder
Faith & Festivals
Navigating Culture with Conviction and Clarity
Faith, Family & Personal Growth
Marriage, Ministry & The Mission
Staying in Sync While Building Big
Raising Purpose-Driven Kids
Lessons from the PTA, the Field, and the Festival
Faith-Fueled Impact
Leading When You're Called, Not Just Qualified
Ideal for
Cultural and Heritage Organizations
Entrepreneur Conferences and Women’s Empowerment Events
Nonprofits and Education Stakeholders
School Districts & PTA/PTO Events
Corporate DEI/ERG Initiatives
Churches, Retreats, and Marriage Conferences
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Empowering Growth & Clarity
Her message made our team rethink how we lead and serve.
– Michael R.- From New York
Empowering Growth & Clarity
Athenia breaks down big ideas into bite-sized, doable action. She’s magnetic and powerful
– Emily K.- From New York
Empowering Growth & Clarity
Her talk on Juneteenth wasn’t just history—it was healing and a roadmap for the future
David L. - From New York
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