Chris Haley is a multi-talented individual who has made a name for himself as an Actor, Writer, Singer, Director, and Public Speaker in the fields of Black History and Genealogy. He is currently serving as the Director of the Study of the Legacy of Slavery in Maryland at the Maryland State Archives Research Department and also as the Director of the Utopia Film Festival in Greenbelt, Maryland.

With a background in English and Drama, Chris has served on many prestigious boards such as the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Foundation, Historic London Town Foundation, Jake Savage Foundation, Annapolis Arts Alliance Foundation, and the Annapolis Film Festival. He is well respected in the community as a speaker and has spoken at numerous venues across the United States on themes related to African American history, self-empowerment, and genealogy. Chris is dedicated to preserving and promoting the legacy of his uncle, Alex Haley, and continues to work tirelessly to educate and inspire others to learn more about the rich history of African Americans.

Chris holds a B.A in English, with a Drama minor, from The University of Maryland - College Park and resides in Landover, Maryland. His passion for Black history and genealogy, along with his commitment to promoting the positive representation of African Americans, has made him a respected voice in the industry.