Author Talk: Alencia Johnson with Jessica Nabongo

The Author Series Committee welcomes award-winning leader, advisor and commentator Alencia Johnson for an engaging discussion with Detroit native Jessica Nabongo. They will share insight's from Alencia's brand new book, Flip The Tables: The Everyday Disruptor’s Guide to Finding Courage and Making Change (2025, Worthy Books).

Ready to disrupt the status quo and create a better world? In Flip the Tables, you will be shown how to tap into your courage, uncover your unique talents, and take action toward real change—right where you are. This is more than a book—it's your blueprint for breaking down barriers and stepping into your power.

Copies of Flip the Tables will be available for preorder and day-of purchase courtesy of Book City Detroit. Visit their website at . Make sure to register in order to receive the preorder link when it goes live in February!

About Alencia: Alencia Johnson is an award-winning social impact advisor and cultural commentator. She founded 1063 West Broad—a media and social impact consultancy leading at the intersection of culture, impact, and purpose. She has advised the presidential campaigns of Vice President Kamala Harris, President Joe Biden, Senator Elizabeth Warren and President Barack Obama, in addition to her work with leading advocacy groups, entertainers, brands and corporations. She is regularly seen on MSNBC, CNN, and ABC, and has been featured in NPR, Washington Post, ESSENCE, Glamour and more. Alencia is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Find out more about Alencia at www.alenciajohnson.com.

About Jessica: Jessica Nabongo is a global citizen, master storyteller, and travel expert, who is the first Black woman to have traveled to every country in the world. Named one of the 50 Most Notable People in Travel, by Travel and Leisure, Jessica uses her platforms to educate and inspire others to experience the world around them and build a global community, with an emphasis on bringing untold stories to the world. Her first book, The Catch Me If You Can: One Woman’s Journey to Every Country in the World, published by National Geographic, was an instant bestseller.

A first generation American, Jessica was born and raised in Detroit by Ugandan parents. She attended St. John’s University in New York where she earned a degree in English Literature, later completing a graduate degree at the London School of Economics. She is also the founder of the lifestyle brand The Catch. When she’s not on a plane, she is home tending to her plants in Detroit. Find out more about Jessica at www.jessicanabongo.com.

This is not a ticketed event, so seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Questions? Email [email protected]!

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