Who is Rachel?
Rachel L. King is a dedicated advocate, thought leader, and conscious social influencer committed to racial equity, Black life, women’s rights, foster care and adoption, and holistic wellness. As a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practitioner and Human Resources professional, she currently serves as the Chief People Officer for Dream.Org—an organization founded by Van Jones—while also working as a Managing Partner (Programming & Relationships) for Diversified, a boutique DEI consulting firm. Her career is a direct reflection of her deep-rooted passion for people, culture, and justice.
Despite the current attacks on DEI, Rachel remains unwavering in her belief that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to a thriving society and successful businesses. She refuses to back down in the face of systemic resistance, standing firm in her mission to create equitable spaces where all people—especially Black and Brown communities—can succeed and thrive.
Through her social platforms and various media contributions, Rachel is a vocal advocate for racial justice, Black empowerment, and the protection of historical truth. In a time when history is being erased from classrooms, she is committed to preserving and uplifting Black narratives, ensuring that future generations understand their roots, struggles, and triumphs. Her deep dedication to the Black community began early in life and is also reflected in her decision to adopt—an experience that has shaped her advocacy for foster care and adoption reform, particularly for Black and Brown children disproportionately impacted by the system.
Rachel is also passionate about holistic wellness and the power of food as medicine. She follows a predominantly vegan lifestyle and believes that mental and physical wholeness are forms of resistance against a system designed to weaken and suppress marginalized communities. She is currently becoming a licensed herbalist and incorporates plant-based healing into her daily life. Her love for food, health, and wellness led her to co-create the C.R.O.W.N. Detox Method with her husband Marquise, an approach designed to help individuals reclaim their well-being through mindful nutrition. She is also the author of Sazón & Soul: A Veganized Tribute to My Family's Kitchen, a cookbook that reimagines traditional family recipes through a plant-based lens, celebrating culture while embracing nourishment.
Beyond her professional and personal endeavors, Rachel serves on the Board of Directors for the Austin Area Urban League and H.O.M.E. She is also a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, initiated at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Alpha Nu Chapter.
Originally from Chicago, Rachel now resides in Austin, Texas, with her husband Marquise, daughters Savannah and Kensleigh, sons Elijah and Zane, and bonus daughter Skye.
Whether advocating for justice, amplifying Black voices, or promoting holistic health, Rachel stands as a powerful force for change—unyielding, passionate, and committed to shaping a more just and equitable world.
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