#INFLUENCE
MATTERS
in·flu·ence
/ˈinflo͝oəns/
noun
the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself.
ABOUT US
OUR PURPOSE
Influence Matters is intentionally purposed to uplift underrepresented communities by providing information, resources, access, and opportunity.
We are charged with the tasks of empowering culture, creating positive change, shifting power and inspiring leadership through awakening the intention of individuals and groups to use their influence to positively impact the human experience.
INFLUENCE MATTERS was conceptualized in May 2020, inspired by the global uprising ignited by the murder of George Floyd by police officers in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
As marches and protests quickly erupted across America demanding #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd, the cry for social justice and equality spread worldwide within the week.
Growing frustrated with the lack of vocality from people in positions of mass influence, and recognizing the need to emphasize the power of individual influence and leadership, Simone created Influence Matters. This initiative is charged with the purpose of helping individuals tap into their own voices and activate their influence to engage intentionally in conversations that affect the masses and join the work to positively impact change.
Simone has long been passionate about intentional influence, the importance of individual contribution, and the power of collective effort. The marches and protests in the fight for #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd were not her first, but something happened to her during that time which awakened her to assignment.
A shift was taking place on a massive scale during 2020, and Influence Matters was created to continue the movement beyond the moment.
Through workshops, community projects, open discussions, panels, campaigns and more, Influence Matters is purposed to engage everyday people, public figures, celebrities, influencers, businesses and brands in the ongoing work of positively
impacting local and global communities for the good of humanity.
FOUNDER, SIMONE SLAUGHTER:
Simone Slaughter has a strong background in the entertainment industry, specializing in music marketing, as well as television and film production. In a marketing capacity, she has worked with artists as notable as Nicki Minaj. In television and film, she has produced content and programming for networks like BET, VH1, TVOne, Snapchat, and more.
Simone volunteers her time and efforts with various organizations and initiatives. She previously conceptualized, launched and led the No Reckless Internet Posting (No RIP) campaign, which championed efforts to stop bullying and reckless behaviors on the internet.
Simone loves all things pop culture and enjoys engaging with projects that inform, entertain and uplift. She thrives in helping others align with their passion and live from their Light.