NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — ADCOLOR, the premier group devoted to celebrating and selling professionals of colour and range within the artistic industries, at the moment introduced its 2022 class of ADCOLOR FUTURES and the inaugural class of ADCOLOR LEADERS. The two expertise packages construct upon ADCOLOR’s “Rise Up, Reach Back” motto, encompassing these simply starting their profession and these well-established of their respective trade.
Launched in 2012, the ADCOLOR FUTURES program identifies and nurtures the subsequent technology of leaders who’ve one to 3 years of expertise of their trade. Now in its eleventh yr, this system gives coaching, mentorship and empowerment to chose younger professionals with the purpose of supporting the expertise of tomorrow, at the moment.
After an intensive software and interview course of, 30 younger professionals have been chosen because the 2022 class of ADCOLOR FUTURES. These people showcase sturdy management potential, sustained involvement in reaching again, curiosity in partnering with management to drive change by DE&I initiatives and progressive pondering to unravel at the moment’s issues. As half of this system, the 30 FUTURES will likely be immersed in ADCOLOR University, an intensive coaching facilitated by top-ranked management and expertise consulting companies. They may also partake within the annual FUTURES Hackathon, offered by Apple.
To add upon this prestigious FUTURES program, ADCOLOR, along with Google, launched the ADCOLOR LEADERS program earlier this yr. This program goals to assist traditionally excluded professionals with 15+ years of expertise in artistic industries as they rise to government roles.
From the numerous functions acquired, 30 rising leaders have been chosen because the inaugural class of LEADERS. Those chosen as LEADERS are able to institute change of their discipline, consider within the energy of range and show a ardour to champion DE&I for the long run. The inaugural program will characteristic cutting-edge workshops, discussions with thought leaders and curated workouts encouraging self-exploration. The goal is for individuals to stroll away from this system with a renewed sense of objective, a reinvigorated strategy to their work, and significant relationships to propel them to the subsequent stage.
The 2022 courses of ADCOLOR FUTURES and ADCOLOR LEADERS will be discovered under.
“This is an thrilling yr for ADCOLOR as we see our expertise program increasing past younger professionals and encompassing seasoned professionals as effectively – two teams I consider can encourage and study from each other,” mentioned Criseli Saenz, Director of ADCOLOR Programs. “This yr’s courses of FUTURES and LEADERS embody the fortitude and willpower of our #StillRising theme. As present and future leaders, they’re sure to make an enduring impression on their respective industries, not solely as promising professionals, however as true advocates of range, fairness and inclusion.”
Both packages provide sponsorship to attend ADCOLOR 2022, going down November 17-20 on the JW Marriott LA Live in Los Angeles, CA. ADCOLOR 2022 – which encompasses the sixteenth Annual ADCOLOR Awards, the ADCOLOR Conference and the FUTURES and LEADERS packages – marks the extremely anticipated return to a totally in-person gathering following a virtual-only occasion in 2020 and a smaller, hybrid occasion in 2021.
To study extra concerning the FUTURES and LEADERS packages, please go to https://adcolor.org/futures and https://adcolor.org/leaders. For extra updates and info on ADCOLOR 2022, please comply with ADCOLOR on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
ABOUT ADCOLOR ADCOLOR® is a not-for-profit 501(c) (6) group whose mission is to have fun and champion range within the artistic industries. Our course of is twofold. First, we assist people and organizations RISE UP, letting their accomplishments and concepts shine. Then we train these new leaders and would-be-mentors tips on how to REACH BACK and discover others who need to be seen and promoted. Our purpose is to create a neighborhood of numerous professionals who’re right here to assist and uplift each other. Learn extra by visiting www.adcolor.org.
ADCOLOR FUTURES & LEADERS Partners Spotify, Google | YouTube, Apple, Deutsch LA, Adobe, Delta Air Lines, Disney Yellow Shoes, Microsoft
ADCOLOR 2022 PARTNERSAmazon, Disney, Google | YouTube, Meta, Microsoft, Diageo, Sony Music Group, Droga5, LinkedIn, Yahoo, MSL, PublicisGroupe, TikTookay, Hearst Magazines, IPG, Tripadvisor, GroupM/WPP, Block, Inc., Edelman, 72andSunny, Adobe, Condé Nast, Dentsu, Dentsu Creative, Disney Yellow Shoes, Integral Ad Science, Lionsgate | Starz, MAS, Mediahub Worldwide, MullenLowe, TBWA, Twitter, VaynerX
ADCOLOR Corporate Members The Advertising Club of New York, American Advertising Federation, Ampersand, Deutsch LA, Droga5, Energy BBDO, Google | YouTube, Instacart, JKR Global, Marc Strachan, Mark D’Arcy, McCann Worldgroup, Meta, Michele Thornton-Ghee, Microsoft, MSL, The One Club for Creativity, Richemont, Sony Music Group, Stephen Kim
ADCOLOR Vendor Partners 5WPR, Adewole Photography, Adrianne Lipscomb Graphic Design, Akande Music, Bravely, Chauncie Burton, Cevallos Brothers Productions, Chispa Hospitality, Crown + Conquer, Epidemic Sound, Isa Beltré/Plush Merchandising Consultants, Mark Clennon Photography, Progressive Wine Co., Sound Investment, Squeaky, STAMP Event Co., the STUDIO, Tabernacle, The Urban Grape, Virtual Event Site, Wendy Shanker
2022 ADCOLOR FUTURES
Alexa Padron: Copywriter, TBWAChiatDay New York
Alyssia Jackson: Resume Coach, ProjectBasta
Anne Julliene (Joan) Barcelona: Product Manager, Box
Brody Cook: Coordinator, Player Marketing, Major League Baseball
Brooke Edwards: Executive Assistant, Chief Content & Studios Officer, Headspace Health
Caleb Dawkins: Art Director, FleishmanHillard Chicago
Camaryn McKenzie: Associate Brand Marketing Manager, Google
Christyna Conway: Account Manager Associate, Google
Elyse Nganwuchu: Producer, R/GA
Gabrielle Benson: Inclusion and Engagement Specialist, Integral Ad Science
Illen Asmerom: Creative Strategist, Meta
Imani Yorker: Digital Strategist, Edelman
Isabeth Mendoza: U.S./Canada Editor, Apple Podcasts
Kamillah Collins: Strategic Planner, BBDO New York
Kayla Griffis: Senior Strategist, Saatchi & Saatchi
Kevin Kim: Senior Analyst, Product Development, Mastercard
Loryn Hairston: Associate Product Marketing Manager, Google
Makia Jones: Digital Engagement Manager, Progressive Promotions
Makisha Noel: Social Media Strategist, Ogilvy
Mario Williams: Account Supervisor, Wieden+Kennedy
Omar Murphy: Partner Manager, Westbrook Media
Patricio Ramos: AMP Marketing Associate, Spotify
Riane Capalad: Editorial Intern, Oprah Daily
Sequaña Williams-Hechavarria: Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Program Manager, 72andSunny
T’Essence Minnitee: Development & Current Programming Coordinator, OWN Network
Tiffany Leung: DEI Program Manager, Amazon
Tosha Studmire: Web Marketing Manager, 23andMe
Walter Little: Account Manager, Meta
Yohanny Capellan: Project Manager & Creative Strategist
Zach Wright: Strategist, 72andSunny
2022 ADCOLOR LEADERS
A Hunter Sunrise: SVP/Head of Marketing, Postclick and Instapage
Adwoa Frimpong: Former Global Marketing Program Director, IBM
Alex Parraga: Chief Digital Officer, UC Santa Barbara
Amber Laws: Sr. Solutions Manager, Amazon
Andrea Harry Bibbs: Former Vice President, Ad Sales Marketing and Studio Operations, Warner Bros. Discovery
Anita Schillhorn: Director of Strategy, Mckinney
Archana Mahadevan: VP, Strategy Director, DDB
Bart Van de Vel: Global Program Manager, Meta
Chris Lin: Head of Marketing, Google Fi at Google
Courtney Richardson: Creative Director, Droga5
Danielle Bias: Director of Partner Relations, Global Corporate Communications, Audible (an Amazon firm)
Elaine Bragg: VP, Creative Director, TPN (an Omnicom firm)
Jacqueline Jones LaMon: Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Adelphi University
Jessalin Lam: VP Member Development & Diversity, Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB)
Karla Cobreiro: Vice President, Quinn PR
Kristen Marston: Chief Impact Officer, The League
Lily Ng: Head of Data Strategy, Droga5
Lois Castillo: Head of DEI, Basis Technologies
Marques Zak: Director, Cultural Platforms, American Express
Megan Hall: EVP, Executive Creative Director, Entrée Health
Melissa Bonnick: Executive Director, Head of Programmatic & Ad Operations, JP Morgan Chase & Company
Neisha Tweed Bell: Global Head of Inclusive Content & Experiences, Meta
Oyinda Elias: Group Account Director, Droga5
Raphaella Martins Antonio: Program Manager, Creative X, Meta
Sarab Al-Jijakli: VP of Brand and Content Marketing, Gannett | USA TODAY Network
Shannon Womack: Director, Brand Marketing, Delta Air Lines
Simeon Coker: Creative Development Manager, Twitter
Syma Mian: US Agency Lead, TikTookay
Valerie L. Williams-Sanchez, PhD: Vice President, Cultural Intelligence & Relevance, Blue Chip Marketing WorldWide
Vivian Odior: Global Head of Brand, WhatsApp
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