Morgan Ashley

Raised in Oakland, Morgan-Ashley Bryant’s nomadic spirit led her to the Atlantic Coast and into alignment with her current role as the founder of May Nine Five. Morgan-Ashley is a dynamic brand strategist, Amazon best-selling author, and entrepreneur passionate about pleasure activism, empowerment, and business innovation. Founded in 2022, May Nine Five is dedicated to helping people explore pleasure through education, gallery exhibits, accessories, and modern retail experiences.

A true connoisseur of culture and lifestyle, Morgan-Ashley built her reputation as one of Atlanta’s pioneering Black female food bloggers with EatHereATL, launched in 2015 and later acquired by another company. Her creative vision led her to co-author the Amazon and Target best-selling coffee table book Brown Bohemians in 2020, establishing her voice as a thought leader in the industry. As co-founder of Souk Bohemian, a sister brand to Brown Bohemians, she assisted in developing an award-winning retail shop that captured the attention of major publications, including Domino Magazine, Jezebel Magazine, Essence Magazine, and Apartment Therapy. In 2023, her entrepreneurial excellence was recognized with the prestigious Best of Atlanta award in three categories for her work with Souk Bohemian.

This rich blend of entrepreneurial success, creative talent, and industry recognition has solidified Morgan-Ashley’s presence within the East Coast’s diverse cultural landscape and across national media.