Dominique is a hip-hop artist, entrepreneur, and cultural organizer/curator who blends the worlds of music, social enterprise, community organizing, youth engagement, and culture. As an artist, she has independently released multiple albums, and has toured extensively. Dominique is the co-founder of D.Cipher, a non-profit that advances the Detroit music economy through collaboration and partnerships. To date, D.Cipher has invested over $40k into Michigan's independent music community. She is also the founder of Rise Up Higher, an initiative that uses music as a tool for social good - empowering youth, advocating for mental wellness, and supporting local organizations dedicated to addressing social justice issues. As a cultural organizer and curator, Dominique offers consulting services through her company Inspired by NLR, which services organizations in need of creative/cultural strategy, project management, and event curation.