tristan walker

"This year's class of achievers have many varied accomplishments, but they all share one trait: They are smart forward-thinkers who will be driving the business for years to come."

"We examined a broad swath of disciplines, from art and advertising, to entertainment and technology, to pop culture and fashion, in order to pinpoint the individuals and teams—and even married couples—who have evolved the creative landscape over the last 12 months. Their art, ads, tunes, films and ideas got us thinking, connecting, singing and creating some more. We hope they'll provide all of you with inspiration for the year to come." - AdAge

"As the year ends, USA TODAY recognizes people in the news who embody these qualities. Today in Tech we profile Walker & Company Brands founder and CEO Tristan Walker. Even in Silicon Valley, where outsized ambition gives the biggest overachievers pause, Walker, 30, is betting he can use his know-how to take on industry giants and transform the health and beauty market for people of color. He has emerged as a rising star on matters of tech and diversity."

TheGrio’s 100 are 100 people making history today — 10 people in 10 fields of expertise: Business, Health, Education, Science & the Environment, Media, Pop Culture, Arts & Culture, Service & Activism, Politics and Sports. The body of your work cannot yet be complete. Folks who have already seen the height of their careers are not on this list. This list is for people who still have work to do. We also looked at scale. It’s one thing to influence a small community or a certain group of people —… Show more

TheGrio’s 100 are 100 people making history today — 10 people in 10 fields of expertise: Business, Health, Education, Science & the Environment, Media, Pop Culture, Arts & Culture, Service & Activism, Politics and Sports. The body of your work cannot yet be complete. Folks who have already seen the height of their careers are not on this list. This list is for people who still have work to do. We also looked at scale. It’s one thing to influence a small community or a certain group of people — but we specifically targeted history makers who have the potential to make changes and who offer inspiration to not just one neighborhood, not just one group of people — but to all of America. Show less

Mediaweek 50, AdweekMedia's annual compilation of these "indispensables," focuses on individuals that advanced innovation, revenue and influence for their companies, often under a ton of pressure.

Forty black 21–35 year olds were identified to be the ones to make a measurable impact within their respective businesses over the next 40 years