About Us

Meet the Team

  • Imani Gill

    FOUNDER

    Imani, originally from Wake Forest, NC, embarked on her journey at UNC Charlotte with dreams of becoming a sports broadcaster. Throughout her high school years, her passion for communication deepened, influenced by compelling interviews with prominent figures like Stephen A. Smith and Charlamagne tha God. The university's proximity to the Carolina Panthers and Hornets further fueled her ambition in the field. Alongside her academic pursuits, she honed her skills in strategic partnerships and event planning, eventually earning her Master's in Communication from UNCC.

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  • Jaylin Powell

    FOUNDER

    Born and raised in Raleigh, NC, Jaylin is a proud graduate of Elon University and The University of South Alabama. She played four years of college basketball at Elon University and continued her athletic pursuits with one year at The University of South Alabama. Jaylin holds a Bachelor's Degree from Elon University and a Master's in Sports Management from The University of South Alabama. Her professional journey includes previous work with USA Baseball in Team Operations and a role as a Content Strategist specializing in Baseball with The University of South Alabama. Currently, Jaylin serves as a Content Strategist for North Carolina Central Men's Basketball and Clayton High School Football.

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  • Kamiran Waddell

    FOUNDER

    Kamiran is a Raleigh native and Communication studies graduate from UNC-Chapel Hill. Her journey into the world of entertainment started with a deep-rooted love for television, gaming and sports. Her passion for storytelling and connecting with others led her to pursue opportunities in the entertainment industry. With a keen eye for detail and effective communication, she quickly found her niche in talent departments, where she excelled in coordinating and supporting creative endeavors. When she's not freelancing you can find her at your local Alamo Drafthouse watching a movie or playing trivia.

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We’re Five Forty Communications

OUR STORY

In the early months of 2024, our team gathered to brainstorm ways we could use our skillset to make a positive impact in our community. With a shared passion for sports and a desire to apply our college degrees in a meaningful way, the idea for Five Forty Communications was born.

We envisioned Five Forty Communications as a company that excels in strategic partnerships while also prioritizing giving back and making a positive impact in people's lives. At Five Forty Communications, our mission is to uplift individuals within our community and cultivate robust relationships built on trust and mutual benefit. We believe in the power of collaboration to create positive change and lasting impact.

OUR CORE VALUES

  • We maintain integrity in communication with all of our clients and brands. We're all about straight shooting and keeping it honest, transparent, and ethical in every interaction with whom we work with.

  • At Five Forty Communications, we're all about teamwork and making connections, whether it's on the local court or the global stage. Building community is important to us because it fosters a sense of connection, understanding, and unity among individuals from all backgrounds.

  • “Being yourself" is often dismissed as a cliché, but it works.

  • At Five Forty Communications, determination is our secret sauce. It fuels our drive to smash goals, tackle obstacles head-on, and keep pushing forward in life.