Introducing JMack! Poet. Strategist. Visionary. Partner. We are proud to introduce JMack as our Chief Creative & Strategy Officer at SoundRise Academy. With a rare ability to turn words into worlds and ideas into action, JMack brings unmatched creativity, clarity, and leadership to everything she touches. From transforming poetry into powerful songs to spotting opportunities others miss to building real solutions in real time —she is the architect behind the vision. As a business owner and creative powerhouse, JMack understands that success takes heart, hustle, and execution. At SoundRise, she helps artists dream bigger — and build smarter. Welcome to the Team JMack!

Please join us in welcoming Ashley Scott to the SoundRise Academy leadership team as our Director of Literary Arts & Publishing. Ashley is an award-winning author and published poet whose powerful voice, discipline, and integrity have earned national recognition across literary and professional communities. Her work bridges creativity and purpose, transforming lived experience into impactful written art that educates, challenges, and inspires. As Director of Literary Arts & Publishing, Ashley will lead the development, protection, and expansion of SoundRise’s written works division — including books, poetry, blogs, educational materials, and intellectual property assets. She will oversee publishing strategy, licensing opportunities, and long-term royalty systems to ensure that our artists’ voices and creations are protected, respected, and properly compensated. Ashley brings not only exceptional talent, but also a deep commitment to advocacy, ethical publishing, and creative empowerment. Her leadership ensures that every written work under the SoundRise umbrella is treated as both art and legacy. With her guidance, our writers, poets, and thought leaders will be equipped to build sustainable careers rooted in ownership, professionalism, and purpose. We are honored to have Ashley as part of the SoundRise family and excited for the impact she will continue to make. Welcome to the team, Ashley!

We are excited to welcome Denise as our Director of Growth & Community Marketing at SoundRise Academy. A true word-of-mouth powerhouse, Denise has a rare gift — turning connection into confidence, and confidence into action. She doesn’t just promote. She builds belief. From selling custom songs and creative experiences to growing loyal, engaged communities to making people feel seen and excited to invest in their dreams — she is the heartbeat behind our growth. With humor, heart, and hustle, Ms. OneDerful helps artists turn passion into profit. Welcome to the SoundRise family.

Introducing Terra Queen Known to many as The Real Queen, Terra brings heart, courage, and unstoppable talent to SoundRise Academy as our Director of Artist Advocacy & Creative Rights. A powerhouse vocalist, master lyricist, and fearless voice for the LGBTQ+ and disability communities, Terra uses music to heal, empower, and unite. From soul-stirring blues to club anthems to lyrics that move filmmakers and audiences alike — her artistry speaks truth. Terra is passionate about helping artists protect their work, own their voices, and build lasting legacies. At SoundRise, she stands for every creator who has ever felt unseen. And now… she stands for you. https://open.spotify.com/track/6HKj3WqXrmw7l1DLFoUmP7?si=c030e544e8c44dcb

We are proud to welcome Mr. Banks as our Director of Global Hip-Hop & Urban Music Development at SoundRise Academy. Straight out of Detroit with deep roots in Africa, Mr. Banks brings raw talent, real experience, and a global mindset to everything he touches. A rapper. A beat executioner. A master producer. A connector of opportunity. With a trained ear for Hip-Hop, R&B, and Urban sound, he has helped artists across continents develop their craft, elevate their music, and access real opportunities — from U.S. stages to African studios. Mr. Banks doesn’t chase trends. He builds legacy. At SoundRise, he leads the next generation of urban artists — with authenticity, excellence, and purpose. Welcome to the SoundRise Family!