As a seasoned executive with decades of experience, Anthony Ray has demonstrated exceptional leadership achievement and a strategic vision throughout his career. His passion for civic engagement, relationship development, and coalition building has led him to establish a vast network of key government officials, higher education administrators, non-profit and corporate leaders.
As the Founder of The HBCU Nation and Creator, Producer, and Host of the nationally syndicated HBCU Nation Radio Show, Anthony remains a staunch advocate for our nation's HBCUs, working tirelessly to preserve and strengthen these incredible incubators of innovation and excellence.
Throughout his career, Anthony has been committed to transforming broken and under-performing teams, departments, and organizations.
Currently, as the Founder and CEO of Be Prepared America, Anthony is advancing and improving the effectiveness of America's workforce development programs. He partners with municipalities, businesses, and organizations to provide insights and strategies developed from his varied personal and professional experiences, spanning the military, business, nonprofits, and government. His goal is to enhance community-centric workforce readiness, achieve economic success for all within the workplace and community.
Anthony Ray is a high-energy, transformational servant-leader who has made a substantial impact on the communities he serves. With his extensive experience, passion for civic engagement, and strategic vision, he is a sought-after leader and collaborator across industries.
Media
The HBCU Nation Radio Show
Anthony is the creator, producer and host of The HBCU Nation Radio Show. With a weekly reach of over 35 million listeners, The HBCU Nation Radio Show is the only nationally syndicated talk show in America that exclusively promotes HBCU Excellence, HBCU Innovation and HBCU Sustainability. Produced from the studios of WRVS FM 89.9 Elizabeth City State University and broadcast on HBCU Sirius XM Channel 142, powered by Howard University makes The HBCU Nation Radio Show, the fastest growing and one of the most highly regarded media properties in the HBCU community and all of Black radio.
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Transitioning in this digital age, Anthony is the Founder of HBCUiRadio-24/7 Digital Radio Station and HBCU Smart TV.