Katara McCarty, Founder & CEO of Exhale, is a pioneering leader in the well-being and empowerment of Black Women. Her innovative app, Exhale, an award-winning platform, provides essential mental and emotional support tailored specifically for Black Women and Women of Color. Katara's dedication to inclusive growth earned her first place in the 2024 NBA Foundation All-Star Pitch competition.

As a gifted keynote speaker, she passionately advocates for the well-being of Black Women worldwide. Additionally, Katara is the author of "Pretty Girl," a children's book celebrating inner beauty and self-confidence. She remains committed to uplifting and inspiring others through all her endeavors, changing the narrative one exhale at a time.