Meet The Founder

Kenneth Ray Nelson, Jr. is an award-winning filmmaker, producer, and founder of Ray Media, a storytelling agency transforming brands through purpose-driven narratives. A Michigan State University graduate with a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Digital Media Arts & Technology, Kenneth built a multi-million-dollar video production studio, working with Fortune 100 and 500 companies.

He played a pivotal role in launching Dr. Eric Thomas into a global icon, producing viral videos that amassed over 100 million views and transformed Dr. Thomas into a multi-million-dollar brand. In 2018, Kenneth’s feature film, Sincerely, Brenda, earned 19 awards, including Best Film in Rome, Italy, establishing him as a visionary filmmaker.

Through Ray Media Creative, Kenneth combines innovative storytelling with strategic marketing to help organizations build loyalty, drive growth, and inspire change. His work showcases storytelling's transformative power to amplify missions and create lasting impact.