President / CEO
Transitional Spaces / Parisite DIY
New Orleans , Louisiana
Johnny Brasley is an African American community development organizer and non-profit manager from New Orleans. A former Junior Olympic swimmer, Johnny discovered skateboarding at 16 and found solace in its creative freedom. As President and CEO of Parisite DIY and Transitional Spaces, he fosters community growth through skateboarding, food, art, and music. His vision includes creating a replicable model for skateparks, fostering opportunities for skaters, and establishing a national network of non-profit chapters.
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SAT-A05: Inner-City Revival: Building Community Through Placemaking and Urban Recreation
Saturday, October 11, 2025
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM CT