Tunisha Brown is an innovator who loves to empower Black Men and Women who are making an IMPACT in the lives of others and their communities. Her career in media catapulted in 2007 with the creation of IMPACT Magazine, with a mission to empower, encourage, and educate audiences about ordinary people living extraordinary lives.
For Women’s History Month, BlkWomenHustle® had the honor of speaking with Brown to discuss her professional journey and its impact in the media.
BWH: Let’s talk about the beginning of it all. What led you to the world of media and entertainment?
Brown: As a child, I understood the importance of representation. In my neighborhood, I saw black men and women who were teachers and doctors. When I created a newsletter for my church, the response was amazing. After leaving the church, I wondered how I could continue to bring positive news to the community. My thoughts went to a young man, Darrin Morris, who created a local newspaper named Cream. The newspaper showcased local individuals’ accomplishments. Each week, I saw how people couldn’t wait to see themselves in the newspaper. It hit me to continue to put out positive news, but through a magazine. At that moment, IMPACT Magazine was born.
BWH: What do you love most about what you do?
Brown: What I love most about what I do is sharing the journey of Black people! We are an amazing people with intricate stories. I’m proud to be able to tell our stories. Being a Black Woman in the publishing industry has been amazing. Everyone wants to have their stories told. With the rising use of social media, we’ve been given an opportunity to tell stories throughout the day, everyday to thousands of people. Through social media, it has taken the publication to greater heights.
BWH: We love to see it. What’s next for IMPACT Magazine?
Brown: Our television network IMPACTtv Season 3 series, “The Moment of IMPACT”, and our IMPACT Black Women initiative. IMPACT Black Women is a movement to bring experiences to Black Women around the country to build confidence, build our minds, and our businesses. Learn more about Brown and the current events for IMPACT Magazine at theimpactmagazine.com.