About Dionté
Dionté is a passionate and experienced keynote speaker who inspires and empowers audiences through his powerful storytelling. With a background as a former collegiate basketball player and urban missionary, Dionté has dedicated his life to supporting inner-city kids facing similar challenges that he experienced growing up in Detroit.
After extracting valuable lessons from his time as a student-athlete, a volunteer, and a mentor at Title 1 schools, Dionté founded his own nonprofit organization, UrbanPromise Los Angeles, in 2019. His faith in God and belief in the power of education have enabled him to directly impact the lives of thousands of youth.
With a Master of Arts degree in Diverse Community Development Leadership from California State University, Northridge and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Tusculum University, Dionté brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his speaking engagements.
His 10 years of nonprofit experience in communities of color have equipped him with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that exist within these communities. Dionté's speaking style is engaging and dynamic, making him a skilled group facilitator who can captivate audiences of all sizes. Whether it's a professional development workshop, a youth leadership development program, or a public speaking engagement, Dionté has the ability to connect with his audience and leave a lasting impact.
If you're looking for a speaker who can inspire and motivate others to turn obstacles into opportunities, Dionté is the perfect choice. His culturally relevant pedagogy and asset-based approach to community development ensure that his message resonates with diverse audiences.
Book Dionté for your next event and let him share his incredible journey of faith, resilience, and transformation. Together, let's raise the next generation of community and world leaders.
Watch Dionté & UrbanPromise Los Angeles’ Story
UrbanPromise Los Angeles was founded by Dionté and Meg Grey in 2019. The couple met in 2012 in Charlotte, NC where they served as urban missionaries. They moved to Los Angeles, CA and each used their skills and passion to build a organization where hope, support, and opportunity are readily available to youth in urban communities.
"Being a hope is being in motion, on the move with body on the line, mind set on freedom, soul full of courage, and heart shot through with love."
- Dr. Cornell West
