I Will Tell 2026 Featured Speaker
Nate Parker

My Story
Nate Parker, a 2x founder and 20+ year veteran in the entertainment media space has
teamed up with longtime friend and collaborator David Oyelowo to launch Mansa, a
groundbreaking streaming platform that brings curated Black culture to a global
audience. With Mansa, Parker and Oyelowo are both disrupting and redefining the
streaming landscape, offering a dynamic and inclusive platform where Black culture
inspired artists and creatives can showcase their talents globally without the barriers of
antiquated systems and traditional gatekeepers. By providing a space that amplifies
diverse voices, Mansa aims to revolutionize the entertainment industry, forging
meaningful connections between creators and audiences worldwide.
Mansa’s purpose is clear: to establish itself as the premier streaming platform for
diverse and underrepresented creators, while engaging underserved and over-indexing
audiences across the globe. Through strategic partnerships with brands, advertisers,
and content creators, Mansa is poised to expand its reach, enhance brand recognition,
and continually innovate in content delivery.
Mansa’s mission is to connect Black culture-inspired creators with global audiences,
delivering compelling content without the friction of traditional gatekeeping. As Mansa
continues to grow, it presents a unique opportunity for brands and advertisers to
collaborate in a way that not only uplifts diverse voices but also reaches an engaged
and culturally connected audience. For content partners, Mansa offers an
unprecedented platform to tell authentic, impactful stories on a global stage. Backed by
a team of proven executives and luminary investors, such as Robert Smith (Vista Equity
Partners), Jeffery Katzenberg (WndrCo), Marlon Nichols (MaC Ventures), and Mike
Novogratz (Galaxy Digital), Mansa is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of creative
expression and cultural influence worldwide.
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