Chief, Programs and Outreach

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Tracy has combined experience and a passion for project management and production for the past seven years. Certified in human resources and television production, she has worked on sets for production companies such as Little Burgundy, Les Enfants, Metafilms, QOLAB, and Léonard Médias. The Foundation's first recruit, she undeniably brings boundless energy and creativity to the team. Driven by a desire to promote the professional development of Afro-descendant talent in the cultural sector, she brings a committed vision to every program she develops.

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Tell us about your role at the Foundation? 

As Head of Programs and Deputy Head, I create programs and develop partnerships that contribute to the professional advancement of people of African descent in the cultural, media, and artistic sectors. Often, if you see me at an event, it's because I'm there to represent the Foundation.

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What do you like best about your job? 

It's seeing our ideas come to fruition after several months of teamwork. The impact of our initiatives on those who benefit from them is a great motivation. It's inspiring and it always pushes me to do more!

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What "superpower" would you like to have? 

To put time on pause so I can enjoy moments with my loved ones a little more, sleep, watch my favorite series or... Yes. Work :)

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What is your favorite word? 

It's all a matter of... PERSPECTIVE.

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How would you describe yourself in 3 adjectives?

Joyful, visionary and go-getter

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What is your favorite music group? 

It depends on my mood... right now: Solange.

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What is your favorite saying? 

Nothing is impossible for those who believe!

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What is your favorite book?

I don't have one in particular, but the last one I reread was The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.

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What is your favorite color?

Rose (from someone who always dresses all in black)

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Who was the first artist you saw in concert?

YMCMB, and I have a photo with them!

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Who is your favorite comedian?

My mother! She was definitely an actress in another life.

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Name three items you would bring to a desert island:

A radio with an antenna, the biggest dictionary available, and a warm sheet. - I'm always cold.

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Photo credit: Yassine Sanou