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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…

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…

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…

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…

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. …

(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…

Innovator — Kelli Richardson Lawson At the core of Kelli Richardson Lawson’s remarkable journey as an Emmy Award-winning creative visionary and entrepreneurial business leader lies a profound devotion to family values, joy, and empowerment. With over three decades of experience, Kelli has consistently championed change, impacted lives, and invested in communities of color.  Her unwavering…

Rockstar — Ericka Riggs The varied and vibrant career of Ericka Riggs, CDEIO, Omnicom Specialty Marketing Group, reveals a path that has been about not just advancement, but also breadth and enhancement. Beginning her career in video promotions at Uptown Records with iconic music industry mentor André Harrell, Ericka strengthened the people skills she developed…

NEW YORK, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — OUTFRONT Media (NYSE:OUT), one of the largest out-of-home media (OOH) companies in the U.S., is proud to announce its extensive plans for Black History Month. This year’s celebration features inspiring out of home (OOH) initiatives, a renewed partnership with Ad Age for the Black Creative Excellence Campaign, and impactful collaborations with communities…

Icon — Kofi Amoo-Gottfried Kofi is the Chief Marketing Officer at DoorDash, responsible for driving growth and engagement across all three sides of the marketplace. Prior to DoorDash, Kofi was VP of Brand & Consumer Marketing at Meta, having previously served as the company’s Head of Consumer Marketing for internet.org. Before Meta, Kofi was Chief…