Emanuel Milton | Community Engagement

Emanuel “Boo” is a dynamic strategist and social impact innovator who transforms communities through creative engagements. As CEO of Cure with Love Strategies, he leverages moments of joy and connection to create lasting social change and develop future leaders. Rising to prominence as a #1 Nielsen-ranked radio host, Emanuel has channeled his media expertise into community advocacy. His innovative Spark Box initiative, featured on the television show “Live with Kelly and Ryan,” supported thousands of children’s social-emotional development during the Covid-19 pandemic. He further extended his impact through the CHILL Program, a successful conflict resolution curriculum implemented in schools and a juvenile detention center.

As an advisory board member for Cities United and fellow for the National League of Cities, Emanuel shapes national conversations around youth engagement and violence reduction. Most recently, he provided strategic support to the National League of Cities and Casey Family Programs for youth engagement and young adult justice initiatives. His work has been recognized by The Obama Foundation, PBS, Facebook Education, and other global platforms, establishing him as a leading voice in community impact and youth leadership development.