Lacy Lew Nguyen Wright

Lacy Lew Nguyen Wright is a prominent figure in social innovation and advocacy within the entertainment industry. Currently, she serves as the Executive Director of the Hillman Grad Foundation, which is part of Hillman Grad, a multi-platform entertainment company founded by Lena Waithe. In this role, she focuses on expanding opportunities for creatives from marginalized communities and oversees initiatives like the Hillman Grad Mentorship Lab and the Rising Voices program, which provides resources and support for emerging filmmakers.123

Prior to her position at Hillman Grad, Wright was associated with BLD PWR, Kendrick Sampson’s nonprofit initiative aimed at mobilizing the entertainment industry in support of grassroots organizations. There, she played a significant role in co-hosting Black Lives Matter marches in Los Angeles and launched the #Hollywood4BlackLives campaign, which received endorsements from several high-profile figures in the industry.1

Wright's background includes work in sexual violence advocacy and political campaigns, where she has been involved with various initiatives, including those for notable political figures like Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. She is also active in several advisory boards and committees focused on social justice and community support.12