Judge Avion M Benjamin - An advocate for fairness, diversity and the value of womanhood

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13-04-2024 • 30 mins

Natasha Reid is a Trinidadian-descendant entrepreneur, audio engineer, and cultural leader based in New York City. With over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry, she is the founder and CEO of DDN Productions, Inc., a full-service music entertainment and production boutique that offers a range of services, including program and content creation, advertising, brand consulting, videography, editing, marketing, and copywriting services. Natasha has a deep love and appreciation for Trinidadian culture, which she has nurtured throughout her career as a singer and music producer. With a background in audio engineering, she honed her skills working with top-tier artists like U2 and performing for over 28,000 people at the NYC Marathon. Natasha believes that "every person has a story to tell," and works to help people tell their stories in the most creative and effective ways possible through her work at DDN Productions. In addition to her work in the entertainment industry, Natasha has also devoted her time and energy to promoting Trinidadian culture and heritage in the diaspora. She created a cultural technology event for the Afro-Caribbean community, particularly the Trinidadian diaspora, that bridges the Caribbean love of art, music, food, and dance, with the functionality of business, technology, and management. She also leads efforts to build and enhance her grandmother's contribution to Caribbean culture and women's rights, in a 150-year-old building that celebrates Trinidadian heritage and culture. Natasha is a mentor, youth empowerment advocate, and public speaker who is passionate about supporting young people through creative development, leadership, and management. She has expertise in concert production, problem-solving, media planning, mentorship, sponsorship, and youth development. In 2020, Natasha took on a new role as a full-time caregiver for her parents, which has led her to focus more on the importance of wellness and health. In response to her experience as a caregiver, she created "Life With Us," a platform that provides support and resources for others navigating the challenges of caregiving. She is also the creator of The Period Project Documentary, which celebrates the beauty, essence of womanhood during their monthly cycle. Through her work at Delirium Fête TV, Natasha is helping to highlight, acknowledge, and celebrate everything Caribbean, from the famous currant rolls, rum-soaked fruit cakes from Allan’s Bakery in Brooklyn, to roti, coconut rolls, ox-tail, saltfish, and doubles. Her work showcases the essential elements of Trinidadian culture while promoting unity and understanding through #culture