Dr. Silky J. Booker, (H.C.) honorably served fifteen years of meritorious military service, in the United States Air Force. He achieved his Associate of Arts in Business Management and his Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies. The United Graduate College and Seminary International (UGCSI) bestowed upon and accredited Dr. Silky J. Booker his Honorary Doctorate of Arts and Worship while teaching his philosophy of 400 years of existence, resistance, persistence, and coexistence; at the same time working to mentor, empower, and educate the community. This career achievement has enabled him to be a powerful, dynamic, and influential voice for People of Color worldwide and create opportunities for those in need.

 

After relocating to Eugene, by way of England in 2017, Dr. Silky J. Booker began broadcasting as King Silky for Kool 99.1. As an On-air Host and Board Operator, he became a voice of inspiration and empowerment within the community; whilst working with multiple non-profit organizations and raising hundreds of thousands of dollars in aid.

 

In May 2020, Dr. Booker established a non-profit organization in the State of Oregon, known as “King Silky’s Blessing Boxes” during the Covid-19 Global Pandemic. The organization provides non-perishable food items and supplies to families in need. The organization’s vision is to continue involving the community by collecting donated food and toiletry items and delivering them to families in need all around Lane County for years to come.

 

From 2014 to present, Dr. Booker partnered with and sits on the Board of Directors alongside Dr. Melida A. Harris-Barrow, Peace Ambassador for Panama, and Founder of the 6th Region Global Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber’s mission is to support the growth of economic development and trade throughout the Caribbean, the Americas, and Africa with the African Diaspora and the indigenous people worldwide.

 

In May 2021, Dr. Booker founded and was elected Chairman for the Oregon Black Chamber of Commerce (OBCC), which was established to develop financial education programs, economic resources, and an accessible base of information to assist black and minority owned businesses throughout the State of Oregon.

 

November 19, 2021, Dr. Booker was Senate confirmed and Governor appointed as State Commissioner to serve the people of Oregon and the Oregon Commission on Black Affairs.