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.
Host|Presenter
If you are looking for a dynamic speaker or host for your upcoming special event, conference or retreat look no further! Dr. Wilkerson is able to speak on multiple topics ranging from diversity, to entrepreneurship and leadership. She is also available to host both large and small events of all types.
Event Management
If you are looking for someone to organize and oversee your event look no further. Dr. Wilkerson and her UnlockingRVA team will coordinate all of the details to make sure your event is a success. The team has years of experience in both small and large scale events, plus a ton of contacts to maximize your budget.
Business Consulting
If you are looking for someone to detect problems, provide solutions and optimize productivity levels Dr. Wilkerson can offer her assistance. With an expertise ranging from diversity & inclusion to human resources let her provide a fresh outlook your organization isn't seeing.

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