Organizers
ECBACC President & Founder
A Biographical Sketch: A Consummate Educator
Mr. Yumy Odom, Founder and President of ECBACC, Inc., is a 21st century visionary, a renowned community ambassador, educator, scientist and researcher. For over 30 years he has lectured on / written about the importance of acknowledging the place of Pan-African (Global) imagery in world mythology (ancient and contemporary).
Mr. Odom has received numerous community honors and awards recognizing the achievements of the East Coast Black Age of Comics Convention, Inc. [ECBACC, Inc.] since its inception in May 2002 in Philadelphia, PA.
ECBACC, as an urban community-based comic book convention (“The original Black Comic Book Convention in Philadelphia” and the only one in the region), is a trailblazing initiative that serves as a nexus and proving-ground for the modern-day traditional story-teller / griot / jali, and has connected hundreds of comic book / sci-fi / fantasy creators, their colleagues and fans for more than a decade.
ECBACC, Inc.: Fearlessly Projecting Pan-African Images into the Future!
Motto: The goal of the quintessential and consummate educator is to impart the information, instruction and knowledge that will elevate the pupil to the educator’s level, and then even beyond.
ECBACC Vice Pres. & Event Coordinator
Akinseye Brown is a multi-talented illustrator whose portfolio consists of diverse projects and whose work ranges from graphic design, to paintings, to children’s book illustrations. His publishing company, Sokoya Comics, will make its mark on the comic book world by producing culturally-correct and Africentric titles that intelligently and powerfully blend fantasy, realism and African culture.
Contact Akinseye Brown via email
ECBACC Secretary & Workshop Coordinator
Shenkarr Davis is a tech for a Philadelphia based phone company who believes comic books can foster creativity and a love of reading. His love of comic books lead him to share it with every kid he meets from ages 9 to 90.
Contact Shenkarr Davis via email
ECBACC Treasurer & Project Manager
Stephanie Brandford is a chemical engineer who has facilitated a variety of teams through quality improvements, process optimization, and regulatory compliance. Along the way, she decided to also use her powers for good as moderator of the Dwayne McDuffie forum
Contact Stephanie Brandford via email
Organizer Opportunities
ECBACC, Incorporated is looking for a qualified person to assist with our upcoming convention. ECBACC, Inc. is looking for: an Education Chairperson. If you are interested in hearing more about the responsibilities please email a letter on interest to: blackageofcomics@ecbacc.com.
