is a powerhouse Brand Strategist, Experience Curator, and Creative Director known for her ability to bring people, brands, and culture together in unforgettable ways. As the Founder and CEO of The P.M. (Publications & Management) Firm, LLC, Dope People Meet®, and Dope People Meet League, LLC - our new launch expanding even deeper into the realm of intramural sports for creatives, she has produced, curated, and hosted impactful experiences that bridge creative communities across industries. Her hosting portfolio includes serving as the official host for The Shop: Uninterrupted Live Tour – Atlanta Stop, alongside Paul Rivera, Maverick Carter, Quavo, and Monica Denise, as well as hosting Office Hours during the Essence Girls United Summit. Porchia’s stage presence and cultural fluency make her a trusted voice for high-profile events that blend entertainment, entrepreneurship, and community impact.

In addition to her impressive portfolio, Porchia has recently taken on the role of Community Marketing Manager at Foot Locker Atlanta, where she continues to excel in her expertise in marketing, event coordination and community outreach. Over the past two years, I’ve led 20+ major activations across the Southeast for Foot Locker and brand partners like Nike, Jordan Brand, Puma, and Adidas—driving over $2M in sales, engaging 25K+ attendees, and managing $5M+ in campaign investment. From the NBA Playoffs Experience and Ja Morant’s Nike tour to Lil Baby’s Back-to-School Festival, I’ve built impactful, community-first moments that blend sports, culture, and commerce—earning 5.5B+ media impressions and tangible store growth across key markets.

During the pandemic, Porchia expanded her communication and storytelling skills into the podcasting space with the launch of the Dope People Meet® Podcast, a platform where creatives share impactful conversations and connect over shared passions and industry insights. This podcast became the heartbeat of Dope People Meet®, a dynamic, community-driven ecosystem designed to bridge the gap between entertainment brands, industry professionals, and creatives.

Dope People Meet® fosters collaboration and champions authentic engagement by curating experiences that reflect the evolving demands of today’s marketing and entertainment systems. Since its inception, the platform has hosted 35+ curated events across five states and 10 webinars with engaged fans from the UK, Canada, South Africa, North Africa, England, and the Caribbean, becoming a cultural catalyst “Where Creatives Meet.”

One of its most ambitious initiatives, The Kreativ League, serves as the flagship chapter and creative hub of the brand. This collective brings together top-tier talent under one roof to innovate, collaborate, and grow. The Kreativ League provides essential programming and resources to empower business leaders and visionaries across the entertainment spectrum—making it a one-stop destination for those looking to evolve and expand within their craft.

At the core of both companies lies a shared mission: to empower creative voices, elevate brand engagement, and drive innovation. Through her visionary leadership, Porchia continues to shape the culture, bridge industries, and create spaces where talent is nurtured, stories are amplified, and possibilities are endless.

Porchia's companies provide a platform for industry professionals and creatives to connect and network. She has a proven track record of success in developing and executing successful marketing campaigns that increase brand awareness and profitability for her clients. She has hosted and executed events that attract a strong audience engagement and has served high-profile clients such as Nike, Google, Pepsi, Spinrilla, Atlantic Records, 300 Entertainment, A3C, B. Simone, DJ Holiday, K Camp, Rare Sound, Since the 80's, Belaire Rosé, Camille Rose, and many more.

In addition to her successful brands, Porchia is renowned in Atlanta as a notable host, talent manager, creative director, and marketing strategist. In 2021, she was twice featured on the front page of Nike.com as part of the Nike YardRunners campaign 1.0, representing minority women in business who are thriving as young entrepreneurs and elevating HBCUs on a global stage. During Women’s History Month in March 2024, Porchia was honored by the City of Atlanta, the Atlanta City Council, and Atlanta Influences Everything as an exceptional influencer whose profound impact shapes the city’s cultural fabric. Most recently, she was honored as part of the Beta Cohort of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s FIFTY Under 50 Outstanding Young Alumni 2025, recognizing her remarkable achievements and continued dedication to excellence as a proud HBCU graduate.

Porchia’s career began with day-to-day management for Billboard Top 100 rap artist Dae Dae. She has since expanded her expertise into brand strategy and influencer marketing - developing and executing impactful campaigns that connect businesses with prominent artists, talent, former professional athletes, actors, and macro influencers. Her roster of collaborations and management experience includes Lil Baby, K Camp, Hunxho, Chester “Tre” Rogers, OMB Peezy, Sonny Digital, B. Simone, Pretty Vee, DJ Champ (tour DJ for Lil Baby), and Grammy-nominated songwriter and recording artist Ace Redd, among others.

Porchia remains committed to creating meaningful cultural impact through innovative storytelling, strategic partnerships, and building platforms that empower communities and amplify emerging talent.

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