Faith Wilkerson, Ed.D., is a higher education professional, educator, and community connector with over two decades of experience developing inclusive programming and leading institutional traditions at the university level. With a deep background in student affairs and diversity and inclusion work, Faith has shaped the student experience for thousands through her strategic leadership and commitment to equitable engagement.
She currently serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Richmond and continues to be deeply involved in the Richmond community through both educational and creative endeavors. Faith is also the Founder of UnlockingRVA, an event production company, and Unlocking Richmond, its nonprofit arm focused on socially engaging local communities one event at a time.
A three-time graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, she is the former President of the VCU Alumni Council and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Studio Two Three. Her contributions have been recognized by numerous honors, including Style Weekly’s Top 40 Under 40, the Richmond Times-Dispatch Women Who Drive Richmond award, and the VCU Presidential Awards for Community Multicultural Enrichment.
Book Dr. Wilkerson as your dynamic speaker or host for events of any size — with expertise in diversity, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
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Dr. Wilkerson and the UnlockingRVA team will manage every detail to ensure a seamless and impactful experience. With years of expertise across small and large scale events and strong community partnerships, we help you maximize your budget and bring your vision to life.
If you are looking for someone to identify challenges, provide solutions, and improve productivity, Dr. Wilkerson can help. With expertise in diversity and inclusion and human resources, she offers a fresh perspective your organization may be missing.
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Dr. Wilkerson was honored to be in the Table of Resilience documentary, an art exhibition presented by the Liberated Arts Foundation.
Dr. Wilkerson sits down with NBC12 podcast, It Ain't Just Sports to talk about the importance of teaching athletes about public speaking.
Dr. Wilkerson was thrilled to be chosen as a Leader of Impact Nominee raising over $13,000 in support of a world of longer, healthier lives.
Dr. Wilkerson was excited to be the co host of the I am Hip Hop event with Richmond Urban Dance.
Dr. Wilkerson was excited to moderate a networking brunch during the women's A10 tournament in Richmond, VA.
Dr. Wilkerson was proud to deliver her final commencement speech at the VCU Alumni Council President.
Dr. Wilkerson was pleased to be a guest speaker during a meeting for Meeting Professionals Ineternational (MPI) in Richmond, VA.
Dr. Wilkerson was excited to be awarded the VCU President Award for Community Multicultural Enrichment (PACME) in addition to the Riese-Melton Award, which recognizes contributions that advance cross-cultural relations.
Dr. Wilkerson was thrilled to be the keynote speaker for Creative Mornings. Her talk was on the power of touch!
Dr. Wilkerson was honored to be selected as a recipient of the Women who Drive Richmond award.
Dr. Wilkerson was excited to be apart of this amazing entrepreneurship panel.
Dr. Wilkerson was chosen as a session speaker for the 40th annual Small Museum Association conference in Richmond, VA.
Dr. Wilkerson served as the host for the Home Again annual fundraiser.
Dr. Wilkerson was excited to be honored as one of Richmond's Top 40 under 40.
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