Based in Atlanta. Built for ownership.
We build ownership pathways for underrepresented creators to develop, protect, and monetize original work—inside a working production studio.
MODEx Studio Foundation
Inside MODEx Studio Foundation, creators move from concept to execution—building work that isn’t just shared, but owned.
Our Model: Voice → Ownership → Platform
Three programs. One pipeline. Speaker Studio Fellowship. Founders Studio Fellowship. Platform Studio Fellowship.
Our Mission
Talent is everywhere. Ownership isn’t.
MODEx Studio Foundation trains underrepresented creators to develop, protect, and monetize original work—inside a working production studio in Atlanta.
Most programs hand people a skill and send them back into an industry that wasn’t built for them.
We do something different. We teach creators how to develop ideas, retain the rights to their work, and build real income from it.
Not as employees. As owners.
The Foundation operates three programs. One mission. Own What You Create.

Develop your idea. Find your voice. Take the stage.
The Speaker Studio Fellowship develops communicators and idea-driven leaders through coaching, storytelling, and professional studio experience. Participants refine their message, master their delivery, and present filmed talks in a real production environment.
The strongest voices move on to whatever platform they choose — including TEDx.
PROGRAMS include
Speaker Studio Fellowship
Speaker Studio Youth
TEDxBuckheadAve / TEDxBuckheadAveWomen / TEDxBuckheadAveStudio -- Independently organized TEDx events produced by MODEx Studio Foundation.

Media Production Workforce Training
The Production Academy provides hands-on training in live production and media systems.
Participants learn practical skills used in broadcast, streaming, and live event production, gaining experience in a professional studio environment.
training includes
Camera Operation
Streaming Production
Event Production Workflows
Video Switching
Audio Systems
Training, mentorship, and real production environments
Too many talented individuals are expected to step into high-stakes moments—public talks, presentations, and media opportunities—without access to real training or production environments.
At the same time, opportunities in media and content creation continue to grow, while access to hands-on experience remains limited.
Talent is everywhere. Ownership isn’t.
We close that gap by helping creators turn ideas into intellectual property they can develop, control, and build on.
Serving Our Youth and Adults Seeking Opportunities
Creators don’t just learn—they produce.
Through our programs, participants develop ideas, work inside a professional studio environment, and step into real moments of presentation and production.They leave with more than experience—they leave with work they can share, refine, and own.
This is training that leads to ownership.
Become Part of the Community
Community support helps expand access to these programs and allows more participants to benefit from training and mentorship.
contributions support
scholarships for communication and leadership training
technical media production training
youth education programs
program development and operations
Producers. Designers. Technologists. Creators.
The foundation works with advisors, educators, and industry professionals who support program development and strategic growth.
MODExFOUNDATION
Individuals and organizations can support the foundation in several ways:






MODEx Studio Foundation trains underrepresented creators to develop, protect, and monetize their original work — inside a professional production studio in Atlanta.
3005 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305