About Us
The Architects of the Vision
Ken “Visionary” Forbes, Chief Storyteller & Founder
The voice of the movement, Ken “Visionary” Forbes is the heart of the business and a trusted guide for a community navigating culture, wellness, and entrepreneurship. As a photographer, videographer, and Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, he brings a multidisciplinary artist’s eye to his work. With deep roots in Detroit's culture, Ken launched Visionary Mind Studios to fill a critical gap in the conversation: a place for the everyday hustler to get real, unfiltered insights. As a seasoned cannabis expert and host of Smoke Sum, he is deeply involved in the cannabis world, from getting exposure for growers to exploring what the community is smoking. He facilitates the raw, necessary dialogues that legacy media overlooks, championing the underrepresented voices of the industry and beyond.
Chakai Taylor, Business Manager
The strategist who engineers the vision, Chakai Taylor has been a foundational partner to Visionary Mind Studios since its inception. A mother with unbroken roots in Detroit, she provides the crucial anchor for the brand’s mission. Chakai transforms ambitious ideas into executable strategy, leveraging deep business knowledge and a relentless work ethic to build the brand’s infrastructure from the ground up. From engineering the company's digital footprint to cultivating key sponsor partnerships and creating media kits, her hands-on approach ensures every initiative is built for sustainable growth. As someone who is also getting introduced to the cannabis world, she brings an accessible perspective that makes the brand welcoming, ensuring the business is as strong as the message.