Innovator – Shannon Washington

Innovator — Shannon Washington   As Global Chief Creative Officer of gotham, Shannon is responsible for delivering culturally impactful and effective solutions for all clients of McCann Worldgroup’s global creative boutique agency, as well as for expanding its client roster into complementary categories and brands.  She previously served as US Chief Creative Officer, Connected Communications…

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Rockstar – China Macena

Rockstar — China Macena China is a Creative Director with really good intentions. She is most passionate about making a meaningful impact, especially in her work. From beer to bodywash, she always brings attention to nuances in culture, self-expression, and individuality. That passion has led to some brave, award-winning projects, her favorites being a visual…

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Icon – Jimmy Smith

Icon — Jimmy Smith Throughout his career, Jimmy – a One Club For Creativity board member, 2009 inaugural ADCOLOR | ONE CLUB CREATIVE Honoree, 2012 Fast Company Top 100 Most Creative member and 2017 Ebony 100 member – has worked his magic in a variety of roles as an entrepreneur, environmentalist, creative director, author, video…

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Rockstar – Channing Martin

Rockstar — Channing Jones Channing Martin is IPG’s Global Chief Diversity and Social Impact Officer. In this role, she is responsible for advancing IPG’s diversity, equity and inclusion objectives and continuing to strengthen the company’s progress to being one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive companies. Reporting to the CEO, Channing leads IPG’s strategy…

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2024 Top 10 Advertising + Marketing Trends: Balancing Risks & Rewards

The marketing and advertising landscape in 2024 presents a complex tapestry of evolving regulations, groundbreaking technological advancements and shifting consumer behaviors. These changes are not just trends: they are signals of a fundamental transformation in the way brands connect with their audiences. Navigating this terrain requires a nuanced understanding of the legal frameworks that govern…

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Innovator – Chaucer Barnes

Innovator — Chaucer Barnes   Chaucer Barnes is Chief Marketing Officer of Translation + United Masters, the parent company of award-winning creative agency Translation, and artist services platform UnitedMasters. In creating a new normal for the way brands and creators alike mint and trade cultural capital, he applies tools and lessons from every chapter of…

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Rockstar – Damon Jones

Rockstar — Damon Jones Damon Jones leads efforts to to ensure the world’s largest consumer goods company is recognized as one of the most trusted brands in the world. He leads a global organization responsible for P&G’s image and reputation and that of its nearly 100 brands. P&G’s global communications discipline includes brand and corporate…

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Icon – Jerri DeVard

Icon — Jerri DeVard Jerri is the former Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer of Office Depot, Inc., responsible for the P&L for e-commerce, customer service, all marketing functions, data & analytics, communications, and events, having previously served as its Chief Marketing Officer. She has more than 30 years of extensive marketing and leadership…

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Rockstar – Kristen Dufauchard

Rockstar — Kristen Dufauchard Kristen Dufauchard is a connector, storyteller, and culture creator who builds community and drives social change. She has over a decade of experience executing campaigns for international brands. She previously managed global brand strategy for talent and DEI at Nielsen and led the Department of Communications for NYU’s Division of Libraries. …

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10 Interesting Things You May Not Know About Super Bowl Advertising

(written in February 2023, updated February 2024) Advertising during the Super Bowl is a privilege for any advertising professional, not only because of the one hundred million people tuning in every year — making it the most watched program in the US — but also because of the incredible amount of resources it takes to…

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