Ashley McDonough is the founder of Melanin On The Map, a travel platform that highlights diverse voices, curates distinctive travel experiences as well as travel income opportunity. With over 10 years of experience in media and journalism, including senior positions at Essence Magazine, The Hollywood Reporter, and Billboard, McDonough excels in editorial leadership, storytelling & content strategy and development. A Howard University graduate and first-generation American of Caribbean descent, she is passionate about global exploration and empowering others to pursue their travel and entrepreneurial dreams. Based in New York and Los Angeles, McDonough continues to innovate and inspire in the travel and media industries.