— Dr. Keisha John, Director of Diversity Programs, Graduate & Postdoctoral Affairs, University of Virginia
Brandon McCain, originally from Norfolk, Virginia, has been a resident of Washington D.C. since 2013. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice and has over a decade of experience in customer service, non-profit program management, and marketing.
As the Founder of BAM Creations Management, Brandon has developed award-winning campaigns and innovative website designs, generating significant sales and community support. His notable initiatives include the annual Berkley Grocery Gift Card Giveaway, which has raised over $25,000 for low-income families, and led the distribution of $15,000 to local schools in the Deanwood community of D.C.
In addition to his entrepreneurial work, Brandon is a Program Manager at FLEX Academies, where he oversees youth enrichment programs, and he serves as Corresponding Secretary for the Deanwood Citizens Association. His career highlights include being the first Black and male Marketing and Outreach Manager at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, where he promoted diversity in fellowship programs.
