Talia Johnson- Huff
Economic Development Strategist | Business Expert | Mentor
Author & Construction Professional
Media & Press Appearances
Talia Johnson- Huff
A trusted voice across television, radio, leadership forums, and economic development platforms.
Featured Television Appearances
Channel 4 – Daytime Buffalo (WIVB)
Black in Business™ Book & Curriculum Launch
Featured discussing the release of Black in Business: A Guide to Starting and Keeping Your Business in the Black, a practical curriculum designed to help entrepreneurs build profitable, sustainable businesses. The segment highlighted business ownership, financial clarity, and disciplined growth.
Channel 7 – Evening News (WKBW)
Capacity Building & Economic Access
Featured discussing the launch of a business capacity-building initiative funded by M&T Bank’s Charitable Foundation and its impact on marginalized entrepreneurs across Western New York. As program creator, Talia outlined how structured readiness creates long-term business sustainability.
Channel 4 – Daytime Buffalo (WIVB)
Buffalo Niagara MWBE Training Day Conference
Featured as Founder of the Buffalo Niagara MWBE Training Day Conference, convening hundreds of small businesses and ecosystem partners to focus on capacity, capital access, and competitive positioning in public and private markets.
Channel 4 – Daytime Buffalo (WIVB)
Community Leadership & Economic Revitalization
Featured discussing the reopening of New York State’s only Black-owned bowling center following state-funded renovations. Talia spoke as a community leader supporting economic revitalization, local ownership, and veteran entrepreneurship.
🎙 RADIO & BROADCAST
When The Cameras Stop Rolling, The Conversation Doesn't.
On air, Talia creates space for honest dialogue — breaking down business, policy, culture, and leadership in a way that feels both strategic and personal.
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NPR – What’s Next?
Guest discussing Black Business Access and economic inclusion, in preparation for the Sankofa Conference Buffalo.
Power 96.5 FM – Blueprint The Culture™
Host & Executive Producer
A weekly platform bridging business, culture, infrastructure, and leadership.
Channel 7 (WKBW) – Second Cup with Ed Drantch
Co-hosted segment covering business trends, leadership conversations, and regional news impacting entrepreneurs.
The Deeper Dive - Blueprint The Culture@
Interviewing the former United States Attorney General, regarding joining the City of Buffalo Mayor's Impact Team
📰 PRINT & DIGITAL FEATURES
Talia’s work has been featured in regional publications highlighting
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The Buffalo Niagara MWBE Training Day Conference
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Business awards and recognition
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Economic development leadership
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Community engagement initiatives
