Hello beautiful people! We have the pleasure of introducing you to Byanka! Byanka Danee' is an Atlanta, GA, native with a passion for creating spaces for people to live authentically. As a child growing up on the Southside of Atlanta (Clayton County), found joy in musical expression. Jazz, classical, R&B, and gospel music were her escape from a tumultuous school and home life. In high school, she was nominated to be a part of a program through the Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC) called the Youth Hope-Builders Academy (YHBA). It was through this program that she was surrounded by leaders in the community and in her faith that affirmed her gifts, passion, and creativity. These gifts were cultivated through her church community as well as 2 of the 14 schools she attended before graduating high school. The once shy and quiet girl became a speaker, worship leader, and mentor by 17.
Her YHBA community led her to join the ranks of scholars at the illustrious Clark Atlanta University (CAU). Through her matriculation, she and other scholars at Spelman College and Morehouse College founded Manifest - a ministry of Sisters Chapel at Spelman College. After graduating from CAU with an interdisciplinary degree in Psychology and Religion/Philosophy, she began her career in the mental health field, working in Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities.
While Byanka found fulfillment in serving those that cannot advocate for themselves, there was still a need for her to use her gifts through creative expression. She founded ARtisTry - an event strategy company that focuses on event logistics, execution, and design. After several concerts, listening sessions, and tours, she branched out to provide the same services to those seeking to elevate their memories – bringing birthdays, weddings, and proposals to the next level.
Today, Byanka Danee’ is still focused on mental health through her work with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities while simultaneously leading ARtisTry to the next level. She maintains her status as a truth seeker – leading a life that brings safety to those that may feel “othered” and isolated.
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