And Still We Rise

Sylvia Black, Accomplished Entertainment Industry Professional & Entrepreneur


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Sylvia Black is a New York native and is often referred to as the resource magnet by her peers. With the understanding that strategy is equally important as creativity, Black enrolled as a student at Harvard University, Extension School to complete her Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree with a focus in Business Management. She anticipates graduating in the Spring of 2022.

Black is an accomplished professional in the fashion and entertainment industry with over 8 years experience. In her most recent role, Black served as Executive Assistant to Parkwood Entertainment's President/Chief Operating Officer and General Manager.

Since starting her position at Parkwood, she has worked to support the C-suite Executives to execute major projects under the Parkwood brand, such as "How To Make Lemonade" (book/vinyl album release), Beyoncé's Coachella performance, The Carter's recent joint stadium tour, OTR II, Adidas x Ivy Park Launch, Black Is King via Disney+, and countless others.

Black began her career in the world of fashion-- interning for Condé Nast’s Lucky Magazine, Vogue Russia, and the well-known high fashion magazine, Tatler Russia. Shortly after, she joined forces as a freelance stylist assistant to the CEO of the Thomas Faison Agency, a prominent wardrobe stylist agency for athletes within the NBA, NFL, and MLB.

In her free time, Black volunteers for the Madison Square Boys and Girls Club in Harlem, NY and recently raised over $2,000 to support their mission and initiatives. Black is an avid runner, she enjoys yoga, and is an active reader.

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