Ayisha A.
Experiential Project Manager @Afrofuture Festival
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WORK HISTORY
Experiential Project Manager @Afrofuture Festival
New York, NY, US
Led strategic planning and execution of large-scale global experiential programming within a 40K-attendee international festival.• Directed programming and operational execution of AfroExpo, a multi-industry summit spanning tech, wellness, and entertainment.• Managed end-to-end event logistics including venue sourcing, vendor negotiations, travel coordination, staffing, and budget oversight across international markets.• Oversaw sponsor partnerships and co-designed branded activations focused on community engagement and employer visibility.• Managed multi-six-figure budgets and contract negotiations while balancing creative direction with operational execution.
EDUCATION
University at Albany
Bachelor of Science - BS, Sociology
ABOUT AYISHA A.
I’m a strategic and culture-driven programs leader with 6+ years of experience producing high-impact experiences across tech, entertainment, beauty, and DEI.My work sits at the intersection of talent, brand, and community. I’ve led internal employee engagement initiatives, national recruiting activations, global festivals, and sponsor-driven brand experiences for companies including Live Nation, Meta, Amazon Prime, and Fenty.At AfroFuture, I’ve overseen multi-industry activations within a attendee international festival, leading sponsor partnerships, experiential build-outs, and cross-functional execution across global markets. My background in large-scale experiential production informs how I approach talent engagement today. I care about building experiences that feel elevated, culturally relevant, and outcome-driven.In 2025, I was honored to be named one of MeFeater Magazine and Baddies in Tech’s Top 100 Women to Watch for my impact in entertainment and culture.I don’t just execute events. I build programs that connect strategy, experience, and measurable impact.
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