David Banner
GRAMMY-nominated Artist and Chief Executive Officer
A Banner Vision
David Banner is a GRAMMY®-nominated, multi-platinum artist, producer, actor and entrepreneur whose career spans music, film, business and social impact. Widely regarded as a visionary and cultural thought leader, Banner has seamlessly evolved from a rapper into a dynamic force behind the scenes, using his voice and influence to push boundaries and spark meaningful change.
He is the founder and CEO of A Banner Vision, a multimedia production company that has delivered campaigns for global brands like Gatorade, Disney, Marvel, Gillette and Pepsi. With a focus on culturally resonant storytelling, A Banner Vision is preparing to launch its first feature film, expanding David’s mission to shape narratives that inspire, educate and empower.
Banner’s music career is rooted in authenticity and Southern pride, with landmark albums like Mississippi: The Album and The God Box, and production credits for artists like Lil Wayne, T.I., and Maroon 5. As an actor, he’s appeared in Black Snake Moan, The Butler, BET’s The Family Business: New Orleans, and Kevin Hart’s Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist.
Raised in Jackson, Mississippi, Banner holds a degree in business from Southern University, where he first stepped into leadership as Student Government President. His lifelong commitment to community uplift and ownership continues to guide his work, from his “Heal The Hood” Hurricane Katrina benefit to his nationally recognized public speaking engagements on race, equity and economic empowerment.
Whether in a studio, on a stage or in the boardroom, David Banner is focused on legacy, ownership and building infrastructure that creates lasting impact for generations to come.
He is the founder and CEO of A Banner Vision, a multimedia production company that has delivered campaigns for global brands like Gatorade, Disney, Marvel, Gillette and Pepsi. With a focus on culturally resonant storytelling, A Banner Vision is preparing to launch its first feature film, expanding David’s mission to shape narratives that inspire, educate and empower.
Banner’s music career is rooted in authenticity and Southern pride, with landmark albums like Mississippi: The Album and The God Box, and production credits for artists like Lil Wayne, T.I., and Maroon 5. As an actor, he’s appeared in Black Snake Moan, The Butler, BET’s The Family Business: New Orleans, and Kevin Hart’s Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist.
Raised in Jackson, Mississippi, Banner holds a degree in business from Southern University, where he first stepped into leadership as Student Government President. His lifelong commitment to community uplift and ownership continues to guide his work, from his “Heal The Hood” Hurricane Katrina benefit to his nationally recognized public speaking engagements on race, equity and economic empowerment.
Whether in a studio, on a stage or in the boardroom, David Banner is focused on legacy, ownership and building infrastructure that creates lasting impact for generations to come.