Part (2)

Startup Every Tuesday Night With Mariya Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Mariya Palanjian's interviews :  Kyra Kyles.

Kyra Kyles is CEO of YR Media – an Oakland-based national nonprofit that provides creative resources and career opportunities to predominantly BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) youth in the areas of media, music and technology. Kyra is a 20-year veteran of the media industry and passionate advocate for youth voice.

As an expert in diversity and representation, she is helping to create pathways for young people to drive the national conversation and, ultimately, take their seat at the table as leaders in media, tech and creative industries.

Kyra has always placed a consistent emphasis on equity and representation, and holds an  impressive track record of expanding young audiences and leading sustainable organizational growth.