Kyra Kyles

Kyra Kyles is a multi-platform senior-level media executive, award-winning writer and public speaker on issues of diversity and representation. Prior to joining YR Media as CEO, Kyra worked in philanthropy at Field Foundation where she oversaw the organization’s inaugural Media & Storytelling portfolio, granting funds to journalism and filmmaking organizations engaged in fact-based storytelling with a lens on racial equity. Kyra joined Field following a position as EBONY editor-in-chief and senior vice president, head of digital editorial.