Meet Our Team


Tierra Thorne, CEO
T'jha Taylor,
Event Coordinator
T'jha Taylor,
Event Coordinator

Emma Stroka,
Event Coordinator
Non-Profits We Have Supported
Healthy Village Learning Institute
Provides a space for African-centered learning to take center stage while strengthening the local communities in Pittsburgh.
SIsTers PGH
A Black and trans-led nonprofit that supports QTBIPOC trans, and nonbinary people through their many programs.
Light of Life Rescue Mission
An organization that provides food, shelter, and programs for the homeless population in Pittsburgh.
FroGang
Teaching young Black girls to unapologetically be themselves by showing them the importance of taking pride in their natural hair.
Strong Women Strong Girls
Championing the next generation of female leaders through their innovative, multi-generational mentoring programs.
At Blanket and Board, we believe in hiring and training a diverse collective of socially conscious event personnel who believe that specialized curated events are one the best ways to challenge inequity, raise awareness, and unify humanity.
Blanket & Board in the News
"Pick Up Your Next Picnic: 5 Locals Serving Charcuterie Boards, Sandwiches, and More"
"What Pittsburgh Picnic Dreams Are Made Of"
"Black-led Community Spotlight: Blanket and Board"
"Celebrate The 4th Of July with Grill Kits, Big Batch Cocktails, Family Dinners + More"
"Rediscover Pittsburgh with Kyley"
"Autumn Picnic Proposal & Engagement Celebration Inspiration"
"Blanket and Board Specializes in Simple, Yet Sophisticated, Picnics"
DKA's Celina Pompeani spoke with the creators of Blanket & Board about their business.