Davina Thomas is an experienced music entrepreneur, GRAMMY-winning music industry figure, and artist advocate focused on empowering creators globally and simplifying the business of music. As Founder & Co-CEO of 24/7 Artists, she’s grown a global community of over 25,000 creative professionals and enthusiasts that foster innovation, promote personal growth, and give artists in every neighborhood the confidence and tools to pursue their dreams. The platform provides access to industry experts via more than 70 world-class courses, a suite of productivity resources to help manage an artist’s career, and a peer-to-peer support network to level up any artists’ journey together.
Before building 24/7 Artists, she co-founded House Studios – an influential recording space in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) music scenes that contributed to the success of artists like Logic, Ari Lennox, Wale, VicBlends, and Mannywellz. Starting with just $800, Davina and her personal and professional partner, Yudu Gray Jr., ultimately led the success of the studio to an exit valuation of nearly $20 million. Beyond her impact in music, Davina is a mother of three who loves to learn and continually helps others to pursue their passions.