Liberian refugee turned modern-day renaissance woman helping brands create more impact through strategic storytelling

Culture Host, Speaker, Creative Communications Strategist

I'm an award-winning Culture Correspondent & Host, Speaker, and Social Entrepreneur; a true multi-hyphenate, dedicated to transformation through culture, storytelling, and exploration. My story began in the Hills of Bomi County in Liberia, West Africa, during what became a 14-year civil war that took the lives of many and displaced countless families including my own.  Despite its start, my journey has taken me from New York City newsrooms to global entertainment events, luxury real estate sites and to over 20 countries around the world and now, back to Africa.

A change agent empowering African storytellers and leading development for Liberian students and young professionals.

As I change my story everyday, I am also transforming narratives as a..

An experienced culture host, content producer and speaker engaging global audiences across screens, sets, & stages.

Creative communications strategies and customized coaching to help mission-driven brands create impact and grow revenue.

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Bridging Africa & the West through storytelling, culture & exploration.

- Mike Davis, Mike & Marta Team // Compass - New York



“Kanree is a media and marketing mogul.”

Kanree helped my real estate team at Compass earn our ranking among the Top Teams in NY City -- according to the WALL STREET JOURNAL. We couldn't have done it without Kanree's high-level strategy and expertise.

- Sadira Hassell

"Kanree is a dynamic speaker. She is personable, engaging and has a natural flow that is captivating to audiences."

- Alexander Joseph

"The way Kanree is able to command a room and conduct interviews just makes the experience easy to follow and captivating."

the knaturalized narrative  is a creative community of African storytellers. This initiative connects and empowers African storytellers through conversations, events & funding for creative projects. Each week, we’ll share the story of a Liberian [refugee] who is building a legacy without a blueprint.

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Engaging stories for the brands who want to do more.

I believe that powerful brands tell powerful stories.

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