Tahiirah in Action:

Across Culture, Stage, & Brand

Select highlights from keynote stages, cultural activations, brand collaborations, and creative leadership

See me live, let’s create culture together.

Keynote Speaker

  • James Beard Foundation (2025) — Beverage Panel Co-host + Subcommittee Member

  • FIU, Barrios, Yountville Chamber — Keynote speaker on equity in business & culture

  • Lift Collective, JancisRobinson.com — National wine & culture keynotes

Sommelier

  • Ruinart Champagne — Featured in Blanc de Blancs 2010 Documentary

  • St. Regis Bal Harbour — Lead Sommelier, luxury hospitality

  • Michael’s Genuine — Elevated Miami dining experiences

  • Google, Alvin Ailey, Lexus — Curated private wine programs

Host / Featured Talent

  • Golden Vine Awards (2021) — Host of inaugural ceremony

  • James Beard Awards (2025) — Reception + Subcommittee role

  • BET, USA Today 10Best, Sola Rum Fest — Featured talent appearances

Activations

  • Wine + Culture Fest (Founder) — Annual cultural celebration, now in D.C.

  • Wearable Arts Gala, Essence Fest, Art Basel — Cultural activations

  • McBride Sisters, Sun Goddess Wines, Kimpton Hotels — Branded experiences

Modeling

  • Wine Campaigns — Culture-forward promotional work

  • Commercials + Product Shoots — For beverage & lifestyle brands

Moderator

  • Barclays — Corporate leadership panels

  • SommCon — Industry discussions on equity & inclusion

  • Charleston Food & Wine Fest — Cultural moderator