Creatives in Color gives diverse, creative professionals in higher and more visible positions a platform to share their experiences – in hopes of motivating and inspiring other BIPOC creatives in our community.

This year, Creatives on Creatives is an interview style format in which the speakers will present their personal experiences navigating their career path. We were inspired by Variety Magazine's Actors on Actors series, and thought it would be inspiring to hear how each speaker navigates adversity they may have faced and how they overcame it in the creative industry. We want the audience to be inspired but also informed. The speakers will engage in a natural conversation as we sit back and listen to the many stories they share with one another. Come check out how creativity meets inclusivity and invokes change for the better.

Why Creatives in Color?

From our perspective, the Indy creative community lacks BIPOC representation. We want to provide a safe space for all creatives to gather and share their unique experiences. By curating a space where people can come together and spark healthy dialogue, we hope to make the Indy community more diverse and inclusive.

We hope that having underrepresented creatives speak about their career experiences will allow other BIPOC creatives to feel supported and more connected with our community. We worry that people of color might think they don’t have the opportunity to succeed in our creative industry. By spotlighting people of color who are successful and pushing norms in our community, we hope young BIPOC designers will feel they have a place in our community and a support system here.

Speakers:

Brionna Brown

Brionna Brown is a multidisciplinary creative and digital leader whose work bridges faith, storytelling, and innovation. She is the founder and creative director of Malta Garments, a faith-inspired streetwear brand rooted in storytelling, biblical truth, and identity. Every collection explores the intersection of belief, culture, and design, serving as both a creative outlet and a conversation between faith and fashion. Through Malta, Brionna aims to redefine what it means to create from conviction, blending spiritual depth with timeless aesthetic expression.

As a content creator, she documents her creative and spiritual journey across YouTube and TikTok (@saintbrwn), curating a visual diary that merges fashion, faith, and art.
In her professional career, Brionna leads the development of medical education and scientific platforms, shaping how healthcare professionals experience and engage with information through intentional, human-centered design. Whether she is ideating the future of digital experiences or designing the next Malta release, her work reflects a consistent theme: purpose-led creation that speaks to both the soul and the culture.

Olivia West

Olivia West is an award-winning host and keynote speaker. She serves as the dynamic In-Game Host for the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever, Indy Ignite Pro Volleyball, WNBA/NBA All Stars, as well as Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball league. With a magnetic energy that ignites the arena, Olivia connects fans and brands alike, making every event an unforgettable experience.

Beyond the court, Olivia serves as a keynote speaker and consultant around the topics of student success and personal development, and cultural competency. She's the host of the Living In Victory Podcast where she shares thought leadership on personal development and interviews athletes, executives, and entrepreneurs on how they Live In Victory and WIN in multiple areas of life.