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The recent documentary "Black Barbie" struck a chord with me. I laughed, I cried, I felt seen. It was D-O-P-E!!! 💖 🗣 It's a powerful reminder of why having diverse voices at decision-making tables is critical. Growing up, I rarely saw Black Barbies, and that subtly (or not so subtly) shaped my perception of beauty. It sent a message that the standard was long blonde hair and blue eyes, a standard I inherently knew I didn't and would never meet. It sent a subtle message about who was worthy and who wasn't. For too long, I've navigated spaces where I felt like they were exclusive clubs. This experience extends far beyond toys. It's a reflection of the need for POC representation in decision-making roles across industries. We bring unique perspectives that can completely transform products, marketing, and the overall brand narrative. This documentary highlights the profound impact representation has, even in something as seemingly simple as a doll. It resonated with me, but clearly, countless other Black women share this experience. This is why I became an entrepreneur. I craved a space where my voice mattered, where the table wasn't just for those who looked a certain way. "Black Barbie" is a call to action. It reminds us of the work still needed. But for those of us fortunate enough to have a seat at the table, let's use it to ensure the room reflects the beautiful diversity of the world we live in. Kudos and Thank You - Shondaland Did you see it yet? Let me know what you think. #representationmatters #diversityandinclusion #blackexcellence #entrepeneruherlife
Black Barbie | Official Trailer | Netflix
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Introducing the latest reveal from MNDSTYL Collectormates at this year's San Diego Comic-Con: the fascinating new figures of the 45th President, Donald Trump, and more. Learn more about this intriguing release in our blog post: https://ift.tt/UGMLqre.
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💫🌟⚡️ Thoughts become things! 💫🌟⚡️ Here’s how our exciting brief from e.l.f. Cosmetics to launch their Glow Reviver Lip Oil went from insight to idea: 🚨 Problem: People admit to holding on to their old make-up way past the expiry date, even when they don’t use it anymore - 'just in case' they need it someday. 💡 Insight: We need reminding when it's time to change our lip products - like cars need reminding it's time for an oil change. 💎 Strategy: Give people an unforgettable reminder that it’s time to change up their lip products. 💄 Idea: We’ll create a pop up ‘Lip Oil Change Station’ so e.l.f. fans can get their “oil changed” — aka exchange an old lip product for a new lip oil! Huge congrats to the whole team who worked on this and the fantastic e.l.f. clients who said "YES" to the idea and made it a reality on Wall Street at the NYSE this week! Sarah Balagia Keshvar Alikhani Sabrina Johnson Kimi Peterson Ashley Hurst Gillian Kushner Camryn Wilneff Nai-Chieh Chang Tiana Madera Frank Normandin Megan Marquez Andrea Easley Jordan Alperin Neiv Toledano Laurie Lam Brooklyn Boston (and so many more!)
To celebrate E.L.F. Beauty’s 20th e.l.f.iversary and the brand’s ringing of the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Monday, we rolled up to Wall Street with a racetrack-themed Lip Oil Change consumer activation, complete with a pit crew of “glow-up” artists to provide a quick beauty fix to Wall Street passers-by 💄🏁🏎️ We had an e.l.f.ing great time fueling the future with our partners at E.L.F. BEAUTY—from dreaming up the event concept, to designing the stunning visuals and creating a true celebration for E.L.F. BEAUTY fans in NYC!
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Dive into the unknown and explore your curiosities with Black Market Circus! Who are we and where did we come from. Keep the conversation going. Ask all the questions. www.blackmarketcircus.com. #ExploreTheUnknown #BlackMarketCircus #FashionCuriosity
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The new FOCUS Black: State of Media, Entertainment, and Tech... Read the full story at https://lnkd.in/eejeQ-66 #interculturalvoices
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Let's unpack this! Today, consumers are demanding TV, advertising, and film with characters that look like them, but behind the scenes Black creatives are not being given the same opportunities to shape the narratives that are being told on screen. It's great to see characters on our screens that represent us, but oftentimes, characters don't resonate because they're written by people outside of the communities that they are meant to represent. We're changing the advertising industry by connecting Black producers and directors with brands who want to do more than just say they care about inclusivity. Our work is for brands who want to create meaningful advertising that truly represents the audience it's speaking to. We're INVISIBLE. And we're here to be seen. #blackdirectors #inclusiveadvertising #DEI
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Inclusivity is more than skin-deep. In this week's Creator Spotlight Golloria George sits down with What's Trending's Shira Lazar to discuss the challenges facing black creators and the brands that are doing things right (and wrong). https://proph.ai/3Zxb6Cd #CreatorEconomy #BeautyEconomy #InfluencerMarketing
Creator Spotlight Featuring Golloria George
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Insightful read, Diversity in leadership. As Shannon Washington stated, “You don’t have to have all the answers,” said Washington. “There’s power in the words ‘I don’t know’ because it leaves me open to understanding and learning more. It sets a boundary that we haven’t always embraced in this industry.” #diversity #diversityandinclusion #leadership #creativity Link to read article: https://lnkd.in/eac2QzdG
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true story: I did NOT want to do the Black Madison Avenue series, at first. I have always had a complicated relationship with speaking out regarding DEI issues, for a variety of reasons to include the fact that deciphering 'quality vs quantity' in that space has become harder post 2020. Also, Walter T Geer III gets on my nerves, like any big/little brother does! But in hindsight, pushing through the fear of speaking up and out among six brilliant minds that I didn't know was something that EYE needed to do to become the leader I wanted to be. A big thank you to Paul Hiebert and ADWEEK for taking the time to connect the dots with me for their 'Lessons Learned' series. We are all rewriting an old playbook with new moves, and radical candidness is one of them, plus some other things I discussed with Paul. Cheers!
Shannon Washington on the Process of Becoming a Leader
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Activist/Speaker/ MEFA Changemaker 23/ADweek Future is Female 22/ Media Leader 22 /Campaign 21 Female Frontiers & 'Trailblazer' 2020/ BIMA 2020 Champion / AD Age 2020 'Woman to watch in Europe' **Open to NED roles**
Great article by Yasmin Arrigo on the deprioritisation of #DEI in #ADland - please read and share! At Brixton Finishing School we've experienced this in the last 12 months, alongside many other #changemaking organisations, a #stealth defunding of commitments to #DEI leaving us with a budget deficit last year. We took this #crisis as an opportunity to reflect, reframe and recommit to our mission - to create fair, accessible industry access for all talents and to then support them to thrive, not survive when they arrive. Thank you to all who advocated for us - we really value and appreciate your efforts! #2024 is our year of serenity and we will not deviate from our mission - we will gracefully keep, keeping on, driving change. Talent is distrubuted equally but opportunities are not. To supercharge change long term commitment to impactful change making projects is needed. It’s vital that the industry leans in and support our (and other organisations) efforts. MEFA CEO, Naren Patel, decided to launch the Media For All [MEFA] awards when a recent survey indicated that businesses were experiencing “DEI fatigue” ; they were under so much pressure that diversity and inclusion were taking a back seat. #DEI departments have been disbanded at #tech companies (Source: WordinBlack.com) And by December 2023 open calls for divestment were heard - with Elon Musk declaring on X ‘DEI must Die’. Dear Industry, your busy day job is serving your clients and their consumers - our day job is supporting multiple communities with many intersectionalities to win at the world of work. So please, reach out to third party experts who can make authentic inclusion a reality for you - it’s not going to happen if it’s not a future proofed commitment.
Back in 2020, in the wake of George Floyd’s death, black squares began dropping on social media. After the shock came the promises of allyship. Then came the initiatives, in their droves. The advertising industry would change from Shoreditch to the South Bank to the sun-splashed Croisette in Cannes. Hires would be made with a remit to focus on inclusion. Diversity, equity and inclusion (specifically of black, brown and other minority ethnic talent) was, it seemed, finally top of the agenda. But four years on – how much has tangibly changed, and what do the industry stats reveal? For this two-part feature in Campaign magazine, I interviewed more than 50 people, representing those from entry-level years through to industry veterans, to uncover the prevailing sentiment in 2024. Thank you to everyone that shared their experiences so candidly and Campaign UK's Matt Barker and Gemma Charles. Links to both articles are below and in the comments. https://lnkd.in/e3RpPWJD
The deprioritisation of DE&I in adland: ‘You talk about race and you see people glaze over’
campaignlive.co.uk
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Matt-Q: Music,Humanities and Language Educator, Vocalist, Songwriter, Executive Film Producer, Vocal Pedagogy Specialist and Special Educational Needs (SEN) Champion
MORE THAN YOU KNOW" BY MATT-Q https://lnkd.in/gbfjQ6sN In a world dominated by appearances and surface-level interactions, Matt-Q's "More Than You Know" is a reminder that what truly matters often lies beneath the surface. We live in an age where packaging and external perceptions define what is valued and desirable. We make assumptions about people, fitting them into our own molds of how the world should be, but the truth is, no amount of control or accomplishments can ever tame the impulses of the human heart or the moral choices that arise from within. To truly understand someone—to know what they stand for and believe in—requires time, patience, and effort. It’s about more than social media likes, photos, or curated videos; it’s about seeing people in their rawest form, especially in the spaces where they are most authentic—around family and in situations where masks can no longer hide who they really are. This song reflects the importance of looking beyond the superficial and recognizing the deep, quiet love and care that others may hold for us—love that is often overlooked because we’re too distracted by the wrong things or searching for validation in the wrong places. "More Than You Know" is a powerful reminder to slow down, take time to truly see those who love and care for us, and appreciate the depth of their feelings, even when we may not fully understand them. Join us as we reflect on this beautiful song and the importance of recognizing genuine love and connection in a world of facades. 💖🎶 🔔 Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more thought-provoking music insights. 🔔 #MattQ #MoreThanYouKnow #LoveBeyondAppearances #GenuineConnection #DeeperUnderstanding #MusicWithMeaning #ReflectiveMusic
"MORE THAN YOU KNOW" BY MATT-Q
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