Dr. Kevin Slayton is a multifaceted individual making waves in public affairs, ministry, and literature. As a public affairs professional, he navigates the complexities of policy and communication with finesse. He has been and continues to be a key advisor for many of Baltimore City's elected officials, simultaneously, as an ordained minister, he offers guidance and compassion to those seeking spiritual solace.
Born in Courtland, Alabama and raised in Chattanooga, Tennesee, when he got to Baltimore he started his journey at the Associated Black Charities where he was introduced to some of Baltimore's best men and women. He loves himself some Baltimore and he's a fan of the culture of crabs where people gather, crack crabs and talk.
Being one of the first in his family to attend college Dr. Slayton received his BS in Finance and Economics from Alabama A&M University. He went on to aquire a Master's in Divinity from Howard University in DC, and a Doctorate from the Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School in Rochester NY. He's an accomplished author and his book 'Politically Preaching" is a great dive into the relationships betweens Baltimore's Political Leaders and Baltimore's incredible African American churches.
Here's to Kevin Slayton, a true Renaissance man, making a difference on multiple fronts! We broke the record on this one, our longest Podcast yet with two Holy's and one Knott.