Porter Braswell

Porter Braswell is a prominent figure in the field of workforce development, known for his innovative platforms and leadership roles in various organizations.

As the Founder and CEO of 2045 Studio, Porter established a cutting-edge workforce development platform that promotes inclusive leadership within companies. The platform gained recognition on Fast Company's 'World Changing Ideas' list in 2024 and was appointed as a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum.

Porter's entrepreneurial ventures also include JodieAI, a generative AI platform that merges AI technology with an Expert Network to assist companies in seamlessly transitioning from siloed to distributed DEI experiences.

Moreover, Porter is recognized as the co-founder and Executive Chairman of Jopwell, a successful HR tech platform acquired by True Search in the spring of 2023. Under his guidance, Jopwell facilitated numerous connections between diverse professionals and leading companies, earning accolades such as Entrepreneur Magazine's '100 Most Brilliant Ideas' and Fast Company's 'World's Most Innovative Companies.'

Porter's thought leadership has been acknowledged through various awards, including Fast Company's '100 Most Creative People In Business,' Inc. Magazine's '30 Under 30,' and LinkedIn's 'Top Voices.' He is also the host of the popular Harvard Business Review Podcast, Race at Work with Porter Braswell, and the author of 'Let Them See You,' a book published by Penguin Random House.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Porter is actively involved in the educational sector as a Trustee of the Lawrenceville School and as a board member of DREAM Charter School.

Porter Braswell began his career at Goldman Sachs, working on the foreign exchange desk following his graduation from Yale University, where he also played varsity basketball for four years.