Numismatics Noir: Where Culture and Currency Collide

March 12, 2026, 12pm MT

Numismatics Noir is a groundbreaking initiative at the intersection of culture and currency. While coin collecting is often seen as a niche hobby, Numismatics Noir transforms it into a powerful vehicle for storytelling, education, and community building. This presentation will showcase how Numismatics Noir sparks curiosity, preserves global histories, and connects people through a shared appreciation of numismatics and culture. Attendees will discover actionable strategies for authentic engagement and learn how this initiative is expanding the reach of coin collecting to new audiences—curious learners, and youth. This session is sure to inspire; attendees will leave with fresh perspectives and practical ways to integrate storytelling into their work, helping grow a more connected and vibrant community of coin collectors.

For Jen Ingram, coin collecting is more than a hobby—it’s a bridge to history and a tool for building the future. Inspired by childhood memories of collecting coins with her mother, Jen has traveled the world engaging coin collectors and growing her collection. As an award-winning business leader and founder of two companies, she has connected and inspired communities globally across philanthropy, healthcare, and real estate. In 2022, she launched Numismatics Noir, engaging the next generation through coins while preserving Black history. By 2025, she joined the less than 1% of people who have traveled all seven continents, enriching her perspective as a global citizen. Through her work, Jen connects people and stories, creating a lasting legacy. A native of Metro Detroit, she earned a graduate degree from Central Michigan University after completing undergraduate coursework at Eastern Michigan University. She has also received countless awards from organizations across the country.