Caroline Wanga
Cultural Architect | CEO Essence Ventures
Focus Area: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Corporate Leadership
Country: Kenya
Caroline Wanga is the CEO of Essence Ventures, overseeing ESSENCE, the leading media, technology, and commerce company for Black women. She previously served as Chief Diversity, Inclusion, and Culture Officer at Target Corporation, where she built transformative strategies over a 15-year tenure. A Kenyan-born cultural architect, she champions authenticity and equity, co-founding WangaWoman LLC to advance these values.
A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Caroline serves on corporate boards and has received prestigious accolades, including the National Action Network’s “Keepers of The Dream” Award. Her legacy is defined by her impact on diversity, inclusion, and empowering marginalized voices.