Katherine Kwan works for LA Metro managing signage and environmental graphic design transit infrastructure development projects. She is currently working on the highly anticipated Airport Metro Connector project and is heading up a 5-year systemwide expansion signage impacts effort.

Dr. V. Joy Simmons is an art collector and philanthropist who has supported the work of artists of African descent and more broadly, of artists whose work is informed and inspired by Black culture. Recognizing the importance of sustaining a healthy arts ecosystem, Dr. Simmons mentors the next generation of art collectors and cultivates interest in supporting the networks of culture that sustain creativity. She has played a vital role in the establishment and growth of various small to mid-size institutions that now help define Los Angeles’s vibrant cultural landscape.

Ryan has over 20 years experience in digital experience design and integrated marketing.

Ryan Taylor is a 20-year veteran of the airline industry and is at the forefront of using digital signage to transform the passenger experience. Taylor's recent projects include the new terminal in LAX, LGA and the refreshed check-in lobby in JFK, all of which feature Delta's signature ticketing backwall. The backwalls redefined the check-in experience by combining enhanced data-infused wayfinding with stunning visual elements.

Jason Foster is the President & Chief Operating Officer of Destination Crenshaw. In this role, Jason is responsible for the administration and operations of the nonprofit, construction of the project’s parks, open space, and infrastructure, the organization’s finances, and he serves as the organization's point of contact for public agencies and key community partners.