Dr. Nikki Clarke, FIIM
Entrepreneur | Author | Media Personality | Community Leader | Executive Producer
Dr. Nikki Clarke, FIIM, is a trailblazing entrepreneur, author, media personality, community leader, speaker, and executive producer whose work spans media, education, entrepreneurship, cultural storytelling, and community development.
She is the Founder, Producer, and Host of the award-winning The Nikki Clarke Show, broadcast on Afroglobal TV and featured on nikkiclarkenetwork.com, where transformational stories and diverse voices take centre stage. She is also the Host and Producer of Quinte Vibes Live on YourTV Quinte, showcasing artists, entrepreneurs, innovators, and community leaders throughout the Bay of Quinte region.
Leadership and Community Impact
For over 25 years, Dr. Clarke has been a dynamic force in community empowerment, education, entrepreneurship, media, and advocacy.
She currently serves as:
- Coordinator for IIM Canada (Institute of Information Management)
- Executive Director for BIPOC Films, Film for Peace Festival
- Executive Producer of Color Our World: Black History Video Series
Her leadership continues to foster innovation, collaboration, representation, cultural awareness, and inclusive economic development across communities.
From November 2022 to February 2025, she served as National Business Manager for the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC), where she successfully launched six Innovation Hubs across Canada to drive business growth and entrepreneurial advancement.
Dr. Clarke has also served as Director of Communications for the International Peace Festival and as Immediate Past President of the Ontario Black History Society, championing the preservation, recognition, and celebration of Black history and culture.
Her global impact includes organizing the Canada Africa Trade and Investment Expo (Toronto, 2025) and partnering with international initiatives focused on business, trade, culture, and community development.
In recognition of her leadership, she holds an Honorary Doctorate in Business Management from the Institute of Information Management and is a Fellow (FIIM) of the Institute.
Author and Creative Voice
Dr. Clarke is an author and storyteller whose work empowers youth and adults. Her published works include:
- The Paper Clip Princess (2023)
- I Can Care but Can’t Carry (2024)
- The Nikki Clarke Show Book of Quotes (2024)
- Contributor to Transforming Lives, One Story at a Time (2017)
- Bead 4 Health Collective (2013)
Through books, broadcasting, public speaking, and digital storytelling, she uses creativity as a vehicle for education, empowerment, and social impact.
Media, Speaking and Performance Highlights
Dr. Clarke’s voice and presence have reached audiences across Canada and internationally. She has delivered keynote addresses, moderated panels, performed, and appeared at universities, community organizations, cultural institutions, government venues, conferences, and major events.
Recent speaking engagements include:
- Black Women’s Enterprise Exchange, Harriet Tubman Institute, York University
- Josiah Henson Museum of African-Canadian History
- Black Nurses Leading Change Interest Group, Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO)
- Quinte Health
- Belleville Public Library
She has also spoken or performed at Parliament Hill, Queen’s Park, Toronto City Hall, Carleton University, Laurentian University, Queen’s University, and other academic and community institutions.
Her media appearances include CBC News, CP24, CityTV, ETALK, CNN, CityLine, Caribbean Vibe TV, and other television, print, and digital media platforms.
Executive Producer – Color Our World
As Executive Producer of Color Our World: Black History Video Series, Dr. Clarke is expanding her commitment to education and cultural storytelling through engaging video content celebrating Black history, achievement, innovation, and legacy.
The series introduces audiences to significant Black historical figures, trailblazers, artists, innovators, and cultural milestones, making Black history accessible to new generations through digital media and storytelling.
Awards and Recognition
Dr. Clarke’s contributions to media, entrepreneurship, education, and community development have earned numerous honours and recognitions, including:
- Winner – Canada Choice Awards 2026 (Media & Entertainment)
- 100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women Honouree (2022)
- City of Brampton’s 100 Black Community Builders and Champions (2024)
- Multiple award nominations recognizing her contributions to leadership, media, entrepreneurship, and community service
Advocacy, Business and Creative Ventures
An advocate for equity, inclusion, entrepreneurship, and representation, Dr. Clarke has lobbied on Parliament Hill, moderated national and international forums, and participated in educational and cultural initiatives.
She is the founder of:
- Nikki Clarke Inc. – PR & Media Consulting
- The Nikki Clarke Network (NCN)
- Navaan – Women’s Fashion Boutique
- Clarke Media Arts Program – Youth training in media and broadcasting
- Bead 4 Health – Handcrafted Jewelry Line
Community Engagement & Media Recognition
Dr. Clarke continues to combine media, education, entrepreneurship, public speaking, and cultural storytelling to create opportunities for voices and stories that deserve greater visibility.
Dr. Nikki Clarke continues to lead with purpose—using media, education, entrepreneurship, and storytelling as powerful tools to inspire, empower, preserve history, and transform communities across Canada and beyond.
