About the founder
Brian Knowles is a dynamic speaker, writer, researcher, and educator, recognized twice by Legacy Magazine as one of South Florida’s top black educators (2018 and 2021). With over 17 years of experience, he has worked as a classroom teacher for 9 years and spent 8 years leading the Department of African, African American, Latino, and Holocaust Studies for the Palm Beach County School District. Brian has also served as an adjunct professor for the Watson Institute at Lynn University, where he taught social impact leadership.
A content expert for NPR and Everfi, Brian’s research and writings are featured in prestigious publications, including the Journal of Literacy Innovation, Art & Culture of Palm Beach County Magazine, and XanEdu Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives Blog. Brian holds a bachelor’s degree in history with a concentration in Africana Studies and a master’s degree in educational leadership. He is the founder of Power Builders Curriculum and Pedagogies, LLC, an educational consulting company that champions culturally affirming spaces in schools, community organizations, and education-focused nonprofits.
Brian’s expertise spans policy development, curriculum design, research, and professional development. Throughout Florida, he has fostered inclusive educational environments and created policies that address and dismantle systemic barriers. His innovative secondary-level courses, such as "The African American Experience in the 20th Century through Music and Visual Arts" and "Exploring Hip-Hop as Literature," highlight the rich contributions and experiences of African Diasporic communities.