Tahiirah in Action:

Across Culture, Stage, &  Brand

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

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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

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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

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Host / Featured Talent

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

  • James Beard Awards (2023-2025) — Awards Committee, Beverage Panel and advisory board.

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

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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

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Modeling

  • Wine Campaigns — Culture-forward promotional work

  • Commercials + Product Shoots — For beverage & lifestyle brands

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Moderator

  • Barclays — Corporate leadership panels

  • SommCon — Industry discussions on equity & inclusion

  • Charleston Food & Wine Fest — Cultural moderator

  • Fine Wine Series - Panel Moderator