Cannes Lions 2023: Black creatives make waves on Juneteenth
The Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity 2023 celebrates diversity with Black leaders, creators and companies bringing meaningful change.
Ulta Beauty VP, Karla Davis, takes a career break: unpacking her extraordinary decision
Uncover the motivations behind Ulta Beauty VP Karla Davis' career break, her forward-thinking approach, and the compelling responses she's received from the industry.
Marketing for the Culture Summit 2023, with HP and AT&T, unites marketers in Houston
Relive the transformative 2023 Marketing for the Culture Summit hosted by the African American Marketing Association (AAMA).
AJC appoints new managing editor, Ex-Google Chief joins Steve Bartlett’s team and Rozalia Project welcomes new comms officer
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Rozalia Project, and Flight Story make significant new appointments, set to drive strategic changes.
Hayti, the Black-owned news app, becomes the largest source of Black podcasts
Hayti, the leading Black-owned news app, makes history as it emerges as the largest aggregator of Black-led podcasts. By hosting over 2,000 Black podcasters, it strengthens its role as a pivotal platform in the realm of Black media.
Hero Media appoints Lauren Maillian as president of digital innovation
Hero Media bolsters its executive leadership team by appointing former CEO of digitalundivided, Lauren Maillian, as the new President of Digital Innovation. Known for her entrepreneurial expertise and commitment to diversity in media, Maillian is set to drive growth and foster partnerships within Hero Media's business lines.
Disney enters groundbreaking partnership with Group Black, COCINA, UnitedMasters
Group Black, COCINA headline a groundbreaking partnership with Disney and other diverse-owned media firms to create branded content series and campaigns centered on diversity and culture, announced at this year's TV Upfronts.
Pod Digital Media launches influencer marketing division, capitalizing on growing podcast ad revenue
Pod Digital Media diversifies its offerings, launching a comprehensive range of influencer marketing services to bridge the gap between large brands and Black and Latino content creators.
Twitter hires former NBC executive Linda Yaccarino as CEO to address brand safety concerns
In a bold move, Twitter appoints former NBC executive Linda Yaccarino as CEO, in hopes of revitalizing the platform, rebuilding trust with users and advertisers, and addressing ongoing brand safety issues.
INK—MGMT ignites a revolution for Black creatives in advertising
In the heart of Madison Avenue, a revolution in representation takes shape with INK—MGMT. This pioneering agency, the first of its kind, is dedicated to championing Black creatives in the advertising industry. Meet the trailblazers at the helm and learn how they aim to reshape the industry's landscape.