Ashley D. Bell

Ashley D. Bell is a multifaceted professional with a background in law, finance, and entrepreneurship. He currently serves as a Board Member at P3 Media Inc., but his career spans various influential roles and ventures.13

Professional Background

Ashley Bell is a Georgia-based attorney and political adviser who has made significant strides in several fields:

CEO and Founder:: Bell is the founder and CEO of Ready Life, a fintech startup aimed at revolutionizing homeownership for Black Americans by eliminating the use of credit scores in the home buying process.2

Banking and Finance:: He leads a Black-led investor group that is in the process of acquiring Holladay Bank & Trust in Utah, which, pending regulatory approval, will become Redemption Bank.12

Government Experience:: Bell previously served as a White House Policy Advisor for Entrepreneurship & Innovation in the Office of American Innovation. In 2018, he was appointed to lead the U.S. Small Business Administration's Southeast Region.12

Notable Ventures and Collaborations

Ready Entertainment:: Bell, along with Dr. Bernice A. King (daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.), formed Ready Entertainment, which recently merged with P3 Media.45

National Black Bank Foundation:: He co-founded this organization alongside Bernice King, focusing on supporting Black-owned banks.1

20/20 Bipartisan Justice Center:: Bell is the founder and executive director of this organization, which is dedicated to criminal justice reform.1

Expertise and Focus Areas

Ashley Bell's areas of expertise include:

• Banking and finance
• Entrepreneurship
• Generational wealth
• Public policy
• Business law

His work often centers on creating opportunities for Black homebuyers and entrepreneurs, as well as addressing racial wealth disparities.12