Arreon A. Harley-Emerson – About Arreon

Arreon A. Harley-Emerson is the President & CEO of Equity Sings, a social impact agency dedicated to helping performing arts organizations achieve artistic excellence, financial sustainability, and community relevance through ADEI-centered, evidence-based strategies. Equity Sings specializes in strategy and coaching, equipping organizations to attract and engage top talent, mobilize boards and staff, and optimize operations. Through strategic planning, board development, and nonprofit leadership, Harley-Emerson empowers institutions to remain impactful and relevant. A sought-after speaker, researcher, and conductor, he has contributed to scholarly research on culturally responsive choral pedagogy and presented a TEDx Talk on the transformative power of choirs. He also serves as the National Chair of the American Choral Directors Association’s Diversity Initiatives Committee.

In addition to leading Equity Sings, Harley-Emerson is the CEO & Artistic Director of Elevate Vocal Arts (EVA), which fosters professional and creative opportunities for vocal artists, particularly those from historically marginalized communities. A graduate of Goucher College and the University of Delaware, he is a doctoral candidate at Temple University. As a conductor and composer, he has performed at renowned venues such as St. Peter’s Basilica and the Kimmel Center. His commitment to equity in the performing arts extends beyond performance, ensuring music remains a vehicle for social change.