Essence Communications Inc. Employee Directory
Book and Periodical PublishingNew York, United States51-200 Employees
Essence Communications Inc. is a Brooklyn, New York-based media company in the book and periodical publishing industry, headquartered at 34-35th Street, 5A. It operates a multi-platform portfolio that includes its signature magazine, digital, video and social platforms, television specials, books, and live events such as the ESSENCE Festival and other Black women-focused events like Black Women in Music, Black Women in Hollywood, and Street Style. The company serves a global audience of more than 24 million and is owned by Essence Ventures, an independent Black-owned, technology-driven firm dedicated to merging content, community and commerce for people of color. Essence Communications has 51-200 employees. In 2026, the company experienced leadership changes, including the departures of its President and CEO and an executive producer, and launched WeLoveUs.shop in February 2026.