meet the Voices of frank
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Andrew SlackNarrative and Culture Change StrategistAndrew Slack is a narrative and culture change strategist dedicated to using popular stories to inspire social and political change globally. He co-founded the Harry Potter Alliance, which mobilized fans worldwide for over a decade. Slack has produced widely viewed media campaigns and worked with major movements like the March for Science and Women’s March.
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Andy BurnessPresident at Burness CommunicationsAndy Burness is the founder and president of Burness, a global communications firm supporting nonprofits tackling poverty, health and environmental challenges. For over 35 years, he’s partnered with 600+ organizations worldwide and teaches at Harvard and GWU. A recognized leader in public interest communications and storytelling.
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Andy GoodmanDirector Emeritus, The Goodman CenterAndy Goodman is co-founder and director emeritus of The Goodman Center, specializing in storytelling for public interest communications. He authored key books on effective messaging and has led 500+ trainings for top NGOs, corporations and universities worldwide. He advises nonprofits and serves as a Senior Fellow for Climate Central.
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Angela BradberyFrank Karel Endowed Chair in Public Interest Communications at University of FloridaAngela Bradbery is a University of Florida professor specializing in public interest communications. Before joining UF in 2020, she served as Communications Director at Public Citizen in Washington, D.C. and previously worked as a newspaper reporter for a decade. Her career reflects a lifelong passion for meaningful, purpose-driven storytelling.
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Ann ChristianoDirector for Center for Public Interest CommunicationsAnn Searight Christiano is founder of the Center for Public Interest Communications and a clinical professor at the University of Florida. She pioneered public interest communications education and has worked with global organizations like the UN and Gates Foundation to advance social change through storytelling.
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Annie FlanaganPhotographerAnnie Flanagan is a photographer whose work revolves around themes of memory, human-nature, environment and people’s relationship to place. They live in New Orleans, taking photos of anything that sparks their curiosity.
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Annie NeimandPh.D..Annie Neimand, Ph.D.., is a social change strategist and researcher specializing in systems thinking, human-centered design and frameworks for justice. Formerly Director of Research at UF’s Center for Public Interest Communications, she’s collaborated with the UN, Gates Foundation and National Geographic.
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Aundre LarrowPhotographer and EducatorAundre is a Florida native, Brooklyn-based portrait photographer who has spent the last few years shooting editorial and lifestyle content for his clients. He most recently shot the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge with The North Face, NY Fashion week and a portrait project about Amendment 4 in Florida. Throughout the years, he has always pursued the truth that can be found in portraiture and his current work is the next chapter of that. -
Ava L.J KimPh.D..Ava L.J. Kim is an Assistant Professor at UC Davis. With a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania, her research spans biological studies, postcolonialism and Latin and Asian American studies. She is well-liked by students, friends and fellow researchers.
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Aya Waller-BeyResearch Collaborator, Annenberg Institute at Brown UniversityDr. Aya M. Waller-Bey is a sociologist and research collaborator at Brown University’s Annenberg Institute. A nationally recognized scholar and storyteller, her work examines “performances,” trauma and equity in higher education. A Gates Cambridge Scholar and Ford Fellow, she advances inclusive, justice-centered academic spaces.
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Benjamin BookerSinger, Songwriter, GuitaristBenjamin Booker is an American musician and guitarist known for blending blues, punk and soul. After leaving Virginia and being raised in Florida, he gained acclaim with his 2014 debut and the politically charged Witness and released his third album, LOWER, in January 2025.
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Bobby JonesCo-Founder of GOOD IS THE NEW COOLBobby Jones is a bestselling author, international speaker and social impact entrepreneur. As co-founder of Good is the New Cool and Conspiracy of Love, he helps global brands harness business and culture as forces for good. His work inspires purposeful leadership and creative action to drive social and cultural change.
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Brendan NyhanPolitical Scientist and Professor at Dartmouth CollegeBrendan Nyhan is the James O. Freedman Presidential Professor of Government at Dartmouth College. His research focuses on political misperceptions, scandals, social networks and health policy. He co-authored the New York Times bestseller All the President’s Spin and co-directs Bright Line Watch, monitoring U.S. democracy.
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Brian BoyerFreelance WriterBrian Boyer is a product-and-data strategist with 25+ years of experience spanning software development, data journalism and newsroom product leadership. He’s helped launch analytics programs, CMS migrations and audience-first digital products for nonprofits and media organizations.