Chesley Maddox-Dorsey

A WONDER MEDIA COMPANY CEO CHESLEY MADDOX-DORSEY has been named to the 2025 U.S. BLACK CHAMBERS (USBC) “Power 50 Women of Influence” list. Her syndication companies AURN/SUPERADIO, have more than 8,000 radio affiliates. The sold-out event will take place at the SALAMANDER HOTEL in WASHINGTON, DC on MARCH 27th.

MADDOX-DORSEY said, “I’m very pleased to be among this distinguished group of visionary leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who drive impactful changes across industries and communities. However, before getting here, I had to learn my own definition of success.”

“Be a collector of talent as you build your team and village.”

USBC Pres./CEO RON BUSBY Sr. said, “We are thrilled to celebrate their extraordinary achievements and invite the public to join us in honoring these dynamic women. USBC is committed to recognizing and amplifying the voices of Black women leaders who are shaping the future through purpose-driven leadership. This year’s class continues to redefine excellence, from entrepreneurship to public policy to cultural innovation.”

She currently serves on the Board of Trustees at OBERLIN COLLEGE and supports children’s initiatives and women-focused organizations.

Her career began in banking, financing media company acquisitions, including KJOI/LOS ANGELES. She later worked at BLACKSTAR COMMUNICATIONS before being recruited by SYDNEY SMALL in 2000 to lead UNITY BROADCASTING COMPANY. In 2018, she founded A WONDER MEDIA COMPANY, acquiring AURN and SUPERADIO.

For the full list of honorees, visit here.