CultureConnect

CULTURECONNECT: CELEBRATING BLACK CREATIVE EXCELLENCE

Advertising Research Foundation

In honor of black history month, CultureConnect is celebrating black creatives in advertising. So much of their experiences include paving the way, creating spaces and conveying messages for those who have largely lacked representation in media and advertising. In this episode, a group of creative directors share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs as black professionals in the media and advertising industries.

Guests:

Janelle A. James, SVP, Ipsos UU

Husani Barnwell, Group Art Supervisor, DDB, & Creative Director, Husani Barnwell Creative Consulting LLC

Kassandra Pollard, Associate Creative Director,  McCann New York 

Courtney Richardson, Creative Director At Droga5 & Founder, Museum of Nail Art 

Shakira Seabrooks, former Creative Director, BET