ADAMA Arts Salon 83: Jodine Dorce in conversation with Dr. Gina Paige
About the Moderator: Jodine Dorce is an event host and award-winning executive producer. Currently the Vice President of Live Events at WaitWhat, Inc.—the company behind Masters of Scale, Pioneers of AI, Rapid Response, and Meditative Story—Jodine is known for crafting unforgettable experiences that blend storytelling, culture, and connection.
Throughout her career, she has collaborated with powerhouse brands and institutions including the Apollo Theater, ESSENCE Festival, UnitedMasters, Red Bull North America, National Black Arts Festival, ONE Musicfest, Capital Jazz Fest & SuperCruise, 651 ARTS, and more.
Fueled by a deep passion for the arts and culture, Jodine has been recognized with the Rising Star Award by Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke and honored with a Proclamation from New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli for her contributions to New York City's cultural landscape during Caribbean Heritage Month.
A proud Haitian with roots in Miami and Brooklyn, Jodine now calls Atlanta’s vibrant cultural hub home - where her love for storytelling and the arts continues to thrive. She is a master at curating spaces that amplify diverse voices, celebrate cultures, and empower communities. Whether she’s hosting on major stages or producing behind the scenes, Jodine brings her signature energy, vision, and heart to every project she touches.
About the Panelist: Dr. Gina Paige is the co-founder of African Ancestry, a pioneering organization using genetics to help people of African descent trace their African lineages with greater accuracy and confidence. A leading voice on African ancestry, identity, and the African Diaspora, Paige has helped reveal the ancestral roots of prominent figures including Oprah Winfrey, John Legend, Chadwick Boseman, Spike Lee, and the King Family. A sought-after speaker, media expert, and entrepreneur, she holds a degree in Economics from Stanford University and an MBA from the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business.
Sunday, November 22nd, 2026
2:00 PM
ADAMA at Pittsburgh Yards
352 University Avenue SW, Atlanta, GA
Admission is free. Registration is encouraged.