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Leadership

The leadership of the National Museum of African American Music is driven by a shared commitment to honoring and advancing the museum’s mission through thoughtful strategy, cultural stewardship, and community engagement. Together, the executive team and board work to ensure that the story of African American music continues to educate and inspire.

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​The leadership team at the National Museum of African American Music is made up of dedicated professionals who share a deep commitment to the museum’s mission: to educate the world, preserve the legacy, and celebrate the central role African Americans have played in shaping the American soundtrack.

Their vision and stewardship guide NMAAM’s growth as a cultural institution, ensuring that the stories and sounds of African American music continue to resonate for generations.

Together, NMAAM’s leadership team and Board of Directors are committed to guiding the museum’s growth, strengthening community partnerships, and ensuring that the legacy of African American music is preserved, celebrated, and shared.

Learn more about our leaders below.


Executive Leadership

Executive Director

William E. Jeffries

Bill leads NMAAM with a deep commitment to preserving and sharing cultural heritage, bringing over 20 years of museum leadership experience and a proven track record of securing transformative funding, including a $2.5 million grant to bring educational programming and exhibitions to communities nationwide.


Deputy Directors


DEPUTY DIRECTOR, Operations & Culture

Tomicka Delgado

Tomicka champions NMAAM’s people-first culture as a dedicated human resources leader whose passion for music and proven expertise in operational excellence ensures our team can focus on delivering transformative experiences that celebrate African American musical excellence.


DEPUTY DIRECTOR, Strategy & Advancement

Dexter D. Evans

Dexter transforms cultural visions into funded realities as a strategic advancement leader who has generated $25MM+ for institutions while designing innovative programs and partnerships that elevate authentic African American music heritage and establish NMAAM as a premier cultural destination.


Leadership Team

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Director, Sales

Zachary Barnes

 

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Director, Finance

Michelle Colquitt

 

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Executive Assistant

Prema Cruz

 

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Director, Facilities

Tom Gambill

 

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Director, Information Technology

Russell Henley

 

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Director, Curatorial

Dr. Bryan Pierce

 

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Director, Guest Experience

Yvette Robinson

 

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The leadership of the National Museum of African American Music is driven by a shared commitment to honoring and advancing the museum’s mission through thoughtful strategy, cultural stewardship, and community engagement. Together, the executive team and board work to ensure that the story of African American music continues to educate and inspire.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Tom Curtis

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Calvin Dunning, II

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Dr. Robert Fisher

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Keri Floyd Kelly

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Stacey Garrett Koju

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Monique Idlett – Mosley

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Robin Lyon

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Jerry Maynard, II

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Sherri Neal Crowley

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Mozianio S. (“Trey”) Reliford, III

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Shannon Sanders

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Brian Sexton

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Marie Sueing

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Brett C. Sweet

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Phil Thornton

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Carolyn Williams

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Damon Williams

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Dyana Williams

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