In recongition of Women's History Month, this week's installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast highlights the stories of dynamic women who work in the field of arts, sports, and entertainment.

In this episode, Marquis kicks off Women's History Month by connecting with sports, entertainment, and education professional Sankaya Hall.

Sankaya has created a hybrid career for herself through the various companies that she's worked for which include BET, TV One, Google, and the NFL where she currently serves as a member the New York Giants' production staff.

During this interview, Sankaya discusses her upbringing in Detroit, the foundation given to her by Alma Mater (Texas Southern University) and the steps she took to create a hybrid career .

She also discusses strategies for those that wish to explore their passions beyond their 9-5 job and career.

About Sankaya:


Originally from Detroit, Michigan, Sankaya C. Hall is a “Jill of All Trades” who’s spent the last 10 years creating a hybrid career for herself in both the Higher Education and Entertainment industries.

Sankaya currently serves as a Media Communications Professor at Full Sail University and freelance Event Producer in the Orlando, FL area.

Prior to returning to Full Sail , Sankaya worked with the New York Football Giants as a Game Day Events & Entertainment Production Associate; and Account Manager for Wasserman Media Group, where she managed a historic sponsorship deal between the NFL and Diageo brands.

In addition to her Detroit roots, Sankaya credits her time at Texas Southern University for laying the foundation for her unforeseeable success.

She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Communication from the Houston HBCU, then went on to earn a master’s degree in Corporate Communications & Public Relations from Georgetown University in Washington, DC.

In addition to her educational accomplishments, she has worked for a variety of companies including BET, TV One, YouTube, Google, and Combs Enterprises.

Sankaya is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education degree in Higher Education Administration from University of Southern Mississippi’s online program, in which she hopes to study the needs of first-generation college students in Communication degree programs.

She is also a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Connect with Sankaya:

Instagram: @sankayachall

LinkedIn: Sankaya C. Hall