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Platinum Level, Breakout E

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Diamond Ballroom

At Disney, Inclusion is more than a business imperative, it is table stakes to ensure audiences and consumers see themselves reflected on-screen in the stories we tell. In an illuminating dialogue between marketing strategists and partnership leads, Disney’s Jan Coleman, Brittney Todd and Erica Hansen discuss how Disney has deepened its marketing efforts and partnerships with films like “The Little Mermaid” and “Avatar: The Way of Water” to amplify and enhance our stories to positively impact connected audiences, consumers, and the industry.

Speakers:

Angélique Roché, Journalist

Brittney Todd, Vice President of Global Marketing Strategy at The Walt Disney Studios

Erica Hansen, Director, Global Marketing Strategy at The Walt Disney Studios

Jan B. Coleman, Vice President, Global Marketing Partnerships at The Walt Disney Studios

Platinum Level, D

Sustained support from brands helps diverse creators drive engagement, expand their reach and deliver fresh content. Leaders and creators share tangible ways to invest in underrepresented talent and strategies that expand the audiences and profitability while ensuring that external voices align with internal commitments to equity and inclusion.

Speakers:

Kristin Jarrett, Lead, Equity & Impact at Spotify

Joe Hadley, Global Head of Artist Partnerships & Audience at Spotify

Scottie Beam, Podcast Host, Media Personality at Raedio

Sylvia Obell, Journalist

Jazmine Settles, Brands In Culture at Diageo

Platinum Level, E

How can we use our influence to drive investment in and engagement with creators from diverse communities? Meta’s roundtable discussion on the power of connection reveals ways to help brands, agencies and creators find and connect with one another to co-create authentic and inspiring content that resonates with diverse audiences and unlocks growth.

Speakers:

Ajaa Long, Head of Global Beauty and Luxury at Meta

Jamal Jimoh, Head of Hip-Hop + R&B Streaming at Venice

Kahlil Greene, at Gen Z Historian

Tania E. Torres, MBA, Latinx Marketing Consultant, Entrepreneur, Content Creator at Latina Approved

Danisha Lomax, Executive Vice President Head of Client Inclusivity and Impact at Digitas Marketing Agency

Platinum Level, Community Group Lounge

Colorism within the Latine community perpetuates biases and affects representation, particularly for Black, Indigenous and intersectional Latine people. Dig into the actionable steps that creators, marketers and industry leaders can take to ensure a full spectrum of voices are represented in media, creativity and storytelling.

Speakers:

Mariana Atencio, Journalist, Author & Speaker at GoLike

Danny Hernandez, Global PR Director at Wieden+Kennedy

Maria Salmeron Melendez, 2016 National Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awardee, Gold Recipient for Education at Hispanic Heritage Foundation

Chad Charlie, at TV Writer

Diamond Ballroom

In a corporate world dominated by traditional views and backgrounds, men of color often face a unique set of challenges and opportunities in their journey to and within the C-suite. Trailblazers in this space will share invaluable insights on navigating corporate politics, fostering diversity and inclusion, allyship with women leaders and setting a precedent for future leaders of color.

Speakers:

Talitha Watkins, President and Head at ColorCreative Management & Productions

Alejandro Clabiorne, EVP, Executive Director at Mediahub Worldwide

Mike Van, President at Billboard

Zeke Lewis, President at Epic Records

Platinum Level, D

Inclusive brands and DEI practitioners constantly battle disinformation around equity and inclusion. In this session Industry leaders propose winning strategies to push back, like reframing language to garner executive buy-in and investment; shifting “inclusion” from an inspirational tool to a growth tool, and establishing consistent goals that stand the test of time.

Speakers:

Garin Flowers, National Reporter and Producer at Yahoo

Adrianne C. Smith, SVP and Senior Partner - Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at FleishmanHillard

Channing Martin, Global Chief Diversity & Social Impact Officer at IPG

Tony Hobley, Chief DE&I Officer at Omnicom Precision Marketing Group

Accommodating and complying with the work styles of monocultural leaders is muscle memory that's overdue for a reset. It’s time for those leaders to see diverse approaches as a cheat code, not an inconvenience. Validate your experiences and feel better equipped with help from A4A’s lineup of industry titans who have successfully shifted workplace dynamics.

Speakers:

Mimi Munoz, Global Creative Producer at Wieden+Kennedy

Denny Tu, CMO at IMAX

Bonnie Wan, Author and Partner, Head of Brand Strategy at Goodby Silverstein & Partners

Benny Luo, Founder & CEO at NextShark

Platinum Level, E

Hear from successful business owners at various points in their entrepreneurial journeys as they share valuable insights from their personal experiences: the highs, the lows, the wins, the challenges…everything they wish they knew at the start of their adventures.

Speakers:

Lakeysha Hallmon, CEO & President at Village Market

Julie Ann Crommett, Founder and CEO at Collective Moxie

Devonn Vidal, Founder & CEO at Sneakky Klean

Sarah LaFleur, Founder & CEO at M.M.LaFleur

Diamond Ballroom

17% of Black women in the U.S. are launching or running businesses, but only 3% of their businesses reach maturity. Amazon sits down with entrepreneurs including Tracee Ellis Ross of PATTERN Beauty; Toyin Kolawole of Iya Foods; and Beverly Melbranche of Caribbrew, who share actionable strategies that lead long-term success for brands of all sizes.

Speakers:

Walter Frye, Global Director, Brand and Retail Marketing at Amazon

Toyin Kolawole, CEO at Iya Foods

Tracee Ellis Ross, Award-winning actress, producer, and CEO/Founder at PATTERN Beauty

Beverly Malbranche, Founder & CEO at Caribbrew

Platinum Level, E

Writer, professor and historian Tanisha C. Ford showcases the long history of Black creativity and strategy in fundraising, philanthropy and community-focused programming. Walk away with five new ways to think about crucial DEI efforts and the impact DEI heroes make in the workplace and the world.

Speakers:

Tanisha Ford, Author and Professor of History at The Graduate Center, CUNY/New America

Paul Butler, President & Chief Transformation Officer at New America

Jodie Taylor, Senior Director, DEI at Sony Music Group

Jason Rosario, Chief Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Officer at BBDO Worldwide, Inc.

Platinum Level, Community Group Lounge

Omnicom leads a discussion about GLAAD's latest research study on the engagement of advertising agencies and brands with the LGBTQ+ community. Marketing leaders delve into the findings, offer unique insights on how representation has (and hasn’t) evolved, and discuss ways to create a bigger and more effective path of progress.

Speakers:

David Azulay, EVP, Client Lead and Global Co-Chair, OPEN Pride ERG at Omnicom Group

Meghan Bartley, Director of Agencies, Brands, and Engagement at GLAAD

Ravleen Beeston, Regional Vice President, Microsoft Advertising UK at Microsoft

Diamond Ballroom

Morris Chestnut (Host of Rebuilding Black Wall Street), Tina Perry (President of OWN TV Network & OWN OTT Streaming), Sheereen Russell (EVP, Ad Sales and Inclusive Content Monetization) and Tonya Salvant (Global Chief Marketing Officer, GroupM Motion Entertainment) share how these partners are working together alongside advertisers to represent and connect with diverse audiences through powerful and inclusive storytelling.

Speakers:

Tina Perry, President | OWN TV Network & OTT Streaming at OWN

Morris Chestnut, Host at OWN's Rebuilding Black Wall Street

Sheereen Russell, EVP, Ad Sales and Inclusive Content Monetization at Warner Bros. Discovery

Tonya Salvant, Global Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at GroupM Motion Entertainment

Platinum Level, D

Our personal narratives can get lost in a sea of external expectations and societal noise. But the key to understanding our unique purpose and potential can often be found in the folds of our pasts. Author of Invisible Generals Doug Melville shares a journey into his grandfather’s hidden history that unearthed powerful family stories, and paved a path to self-discovery that changed his career.

Speakers:

James Lesure, Actor

Doug Melville, CEO at Jodie AI

Platinum Level, E

Kelly Georgetti, Senior Director of North America Marketing at Beam Suntory leads a conversation about the innovative ways that brands are leveraging DEI to have an impact. From NASCAR's "Drive for Diversity" development programs for pit crews to Delta's redefining "Faces of Travel" campaign and Beam Suntory's "Proof Positive" commitment to women leaders in the spirits industry; panelists will explore the intersection between culture and commerce, and the powerful ways brands can leverage both.

Speakers:

Kelly Georgetti, Sr. Director, North America Marketing - Commercial at Beam Suntory

Monique Ozanne, Director, North America, DEI at Beam Suntory

Brandon Thompson, Vice President, Diversity +Inclusion at NASCAR

Ashley Sherman, General Manager: ESG Brand Strategy and Communications at Delta Air Lines

Industry leaders share the ways brands are successfully engaging with disabled consumers in their core audience considerations. Uncover insights into how agencies and clients of all sizes incorporate genuine disability storytelling in their advertising, measure success and collaborate authentically with the disability community both internally and externally.

Speakers:

Storm Smith, Storytelling Director at Gallaudet University

Mandy David, President at JFD Communications, LLC

Kendall Coleman, Americas Diversity & Inclusion Lead at The LEGO Group

Shelley Brown, Chief Strategy Officer at FCB Canada

Platinum Level, D

Zoning in on his work with icons including Beyoncé, Apple, Nike and the Brooklyn Nets, award-winning marketer Marcus Collins breaks down the ways that culture influences behavior. Marcus provides data, perspective and tools that can inspire collective change by leveraging the cheat codes used by the world’s biggest brands.

Speakers:

Dr. Marcus Collins, Author and Marketing Professor at Ross School of Business, University of Michigan

Platinum Level, E

Generative AI is disrupting the business model, forcing companies to embrace diverse talent, a broader definition of creativity, and endless curiosity, experimentation, and application of Emerging Tech. This panel unpacks how a responsible approach to Generative AI can be a powerful tool to help address humanity’s most pressing business and societal challenges.

Speakers:

Chris Neff, Global Head of Emerging Technology at Anomaly

Karina Wilsher, Partner, Global CEO at Anomaly

Ariba Jahan, Founder at Up Next In Tech

Chandreyi Saha Davis, Global VP of Brand Marketing, Trips Brands at Expedia Group

Platinum Level, Community Group Lounge

In a powerful call to action for allies, an anonymous survey reveals the life-shaping challenges and triumphs of the ADCOLOR audience, and moments they wished for an ally that wasn’t there. This facilitated conversation deepens understanding of marginalized and underrepresented communities, empowering allies to become more effective as they fight for change.

Speakers:

Miriame Cherbib, DEIB Practitioner and Manager at Ethos International

Diamond Ballroom

Join us for panel discussion regarding the Supreme Court’s decision to reject race-conscious university admissions policies and its potential threat to DEI sustainability, talent pathways, psychological safety and creativity within advertising related industries.

Speakers:

Joanna Jenkins, Consultant & Professor at Cardinal Change

Brent Chrite, President at Bentley University

Terrance J. Evans, Partner at Duane Morris LLP

Platinum Level, D

At a time when brands aren’t sure if DEI is good for business, or good business at all, inclusive, multicultural marketing is in reboot mode. In this workshop, P&G leaders and media industry veterans will share strategies that have enabled investment and growth, despite marketplace skepticism; and show how P&G’s 4R Framework equips organizations to sustain multicultural marketing efforts unique to their mission and business plans.

Speakers:

Damon Jones, Chief Communications Officer at Procter & Gamble

Andrea Wilkerson, Vice President, P&G Global Skin & Personal Care, Consumer & Brand Insights at Procter & Gamble

Eric Austin, VP Global Marketing & Media at P&G

Lela Coffey, VP - Multicultural Business Acceleration at P&G

Platinum Level, E

DEI practitioners face hidden dangers, systemic hurdles and troubling mental health outcomes from their work. It will take updated industry standards, leadership responsibility and proactive measures to mitigate risks. Learn strategies to build allyship and safety nets, while navigating online harassment and IRL threats that lead to burnout.

Speakers:

Lois Castillo, Head of DEI at Basis Technologies

Ronnie Dickerson Stewart, Founder & Principal at OhHeyCoach

Aisha Losche, Chief Diversity Officer at Draper

Soon Mee Kim, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer at Omnicom Public Relations Group

Platinum Level, Community Group Lounge

Although households of color are projected to reach majority status by 2043, if the racial wealth divide is left unaddressed, median Black household wealth is on a path to hit zero by 2053. Join us for a lively discussion on how to accelerate a growth mindset, as a professional working in advertising, marketing, communications, or other creative industries. This panel will convene industry leaders to share financial expertise and wealth building strategies, advise on building multiple streams of income by monetizing your talents, and provide available financial resources to get started.

Speakers:

Crystal Worthem, Global Director, Audience Marketing at Meta

Bimma Williams, Co-Founder & Host of Claima Stories / Freelance Host at Bimma LLC

Shola Aminu, Global Director, DE&I at Ogilvy

Platinum Level, D

Every member of the inclusion ecosystem needs to double down on new skills to stay at the top of their game. Skills needed for most jobs have already changed 25% since 2015, and by 2030, it's set to skyrocket to 65%. Join LinkedIn for a session on the evolving skill sets leaders across marketing, communications, media and DEI need to thrive.

Speakers:

Ty Heath, Director, The B2B Institute at LinkedIn

Andrew McCaskill, Equity & Inclusion Communications at LinkedIn

Jason Rosario, Chief Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Officer at BBDO Worldwide, Inc.

Anne Marie Nelson-Bogle, Vice President at YouTube Ads Marketing

Nicola Grant Histon, Senior Vice President, Global Brand & Advertising at Mastercard

Platinum Level, D

TikTok senior leaders join in a candid conversation about their diverse backgrounds, professional journeys and how they have navigated their unusual career paths. Offering a refreshingly honest look into their career successes - and setbacks - they share inspiring personal examples that inspire audience members to follow their own road.

Speakers:

Jennifer Rivera-Vega

Krystle Watler, Head of Creative Agency Partnerships at TikTok

Kinney Edwards, Global Head of Creative Lab at TikTok

Sujatha Mamidibathula, Head of SMB Americas at TikTok

Platinum Level, Community Group Lounge

Delve into the rhythmic heart of the Southwest Asian and North African (SWANA) music scene as it melds its rich heritage with contemporary global trends. From the streets of Cairo to the first Palestinian ever to play Coachella this year, a new musical revolution is unfolding. This panel explores the confluence of traditional Arab music with mainstream genres, painting a vibrant soundscape that resonates on a global scale.

Speakers:

Suhel Nafar, VP. Strategy & Development at EMPIRE

Tamtam , Singer, Songwriter, Artist

Felukah , Artist

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