About Us
The Story Behind the Voice
Heard Multimedia is a family of brands built to inform, inspire, and equip people to live with purpose.
How We Got Here
Heard Multimedia was born from a simple conviction: the right story, told at the right time, can change everything. Founded by a team of creatives, educators, and entrepreneurs who had each experienced that transformative power firsthand, we set out to build a platform where authentic voices could reach the people who needed them most.
What started as a single podcast has grown into a full multimedia company — producing books, live events, speaking engagements, and digital content that reaches audiences across the country. Every brand under our umbrella shares the same DNA: real, relevant, and rooted in community.
We believe representation matters, that healing is possible, and that every person carries a story worth hearing. That belief drives everything we create.
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To amplify underrepresented voices and create media that moves people toward healing, growth, and purpose.
Our Vision
A world where every person has access to stories, tools, and community that help them become who they were made to be.
Authentic Voice
We tell the truth — about struggle, about triumph, and about the messy middle. No performance, no pretense.
Community First
Everything we build is for the people we serve. Their growth, healing, and empowerment is the measure of our success.
Purposeful Impact
We don't create content for content's sake. Every project is designed to move people — to think, to feel, to act.
Inclusive Excellence
We hold ourselves to the highest standard while making sure the table is wide enough for everyone.
The People Behind the Work
A diverse team of storytellers, strategists, and servant leaders.
Renée Heard
Founder & CEO
Renée built Heard Multimedia from the ground up, driven by her belief that media can heal communities. A sought-after speaker and author, she leads with vision and heart.
Marcus Heard
Co-Founder & Creative Director
Marcus shapes the visual and narrative identity of every Heard Multimedia brand. His background in film and design brings a cinematic quality to everything the company produces.
Jasmine Cole
Head of Content & Publishing
Jasmine oversees the editorial direction of Heard's book imprint and digital content. She has a gift for finding the story inside the story.
David Osei
Director of Events & Partnerships
David connects Heard Multimedia with organizations, venues, and communities across the country, turning ideas into unforgettable live experiences.
Get in Touch
Whether you have a partnership idea, a media inquiry, or just want to say hello — we'd love to hear from you.