about jodi-ann burey

Creative Director & Host > Jodi-Ann is a writer and critic who works at the intersections of race, culture and health equity. She is the author of Authentic: The Myth of Bringing Your Full Self to Work.

Beyond the written word, Jodi-Ann stands out as a catalytic orator, having conducted over 100 keynotes - including TEDx, panels, fireside chats, and interviews. Inspired by her own experience as a cancer survivor and her academic and professional experience in public health, Jodi-Ann is also the creator and host of Black Cancer, a podcast about the lives of people of color through their cancer journeys.

Jodi-Ann's writing has been supported by Voices of Our Nation Arts Foundation (VONA), The Hambidge Center for Creative Arts & Sciences, The Virginia Center for Creative Arts (VCCA) and the Vermont Studio Center. She enjoys snowboarding, photography, oil painting and prides herself on being a cool auntie. Jodi-Ann was born in St. Catherine, Jamaica, lives in Seattle, WA with her dog, Bilsky, and will always call Queens, NY home.

2026 seattle team

dj > DJ TWILIGHT

venue > The ROYAL ROOM

photography > danny ngan photography

videography > studio 7117

book partner > mam’s books