Deisha Barnett

Deisha Barnett is the Chief Brand & Communications Officer and Head of Diversity & Inclusion at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. In prior roles, Barnett led communications strategy for Walmart and Procter & Gamble brands. She started her career managing multicultural-targeted marketing campaigns for Procter & Gamble brands, including Tampax and COVERGIRL. Ms. Barnett is known for her inspiring leadership approach and media relations prowess. PR Week described her as a “pro who represents the future of PR.” Ms. Barnett is on the executive advisory council for the University of Georgia Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communications. She is also on the board of the Atlanta Press Club. Ms. Barnett is a proud alumna of Clark Atlanta University. She holds a B.A. in Mass Communications with a concentration in public relations.