Day 4 - Highlights
Weaving Threads of Culture: The Essence of Storytelling
Keynote and Book Signing: Dr. Marcus Collins
Monetizing Creativity: Turning Passion into Profit
Democratizing, Diversifying & Dimensionalizing the Industry
Weaving Threads of Culture: The Essence of Storytelling
Join us for an insightful panel discussion titled “Weaving Threads of Culture: The Essence of Storytelling,” where we delve into the heart of narratives that transcend time and place. Our esteemed panelists will explore how storytelling serves as a powerful vessel for preserving and conveying cultural heritage, beliefs, and values. They will discuss the intricate ways in which stories reflect the diversity of human experience and how cultural relevance in storytelling fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of different perspectives.
Moderator: Marissa Nance, Founder and CEO, Native Tongue
Panelists:
Leila Fataar, Founder, CEO & CSO, Platform 13
Keisha Taylor Starr, CMO Scripps
Keynote and Book Signing: Dr. Marcus Collins
Marcus Collins, Author of For Culture shares his reflections on Culture, Cannes and what's to come next. His presentation will be followed by a book signing of "For The Culture: The Power Behind What We Buy, What We Do, and Who We Want to Be".
Monetizing Creativity: Turning Passion into Profit
Strategies for monetizing creative work, various income streams (e.g., sponsorships, ad revenue, merchandise), and managing earnings from multiple sources.
Moderator: Alechia Reese, Principal RGLP Group LLC
Panelists:
LaToya Shambo - Founder of Black Girl Digital
Dr. Jatali Bellanton - Founder - Kids Who Bank, CEO Crypto Hedge Fund
Democratizing, Diversifying & Dimensionalizing the Industry
A conversation reimagining the investment & impact of inclusion in advertising, marketing and media.
Moderator: Shannae Ingleton Smith, Founder and CEO, Kensington Gary
Panelists:
Gabrielle Shirdan, Founder, Kitchen Table + Co-Founder of Heir Loom Holdings
Dabo Che, CEO & CCO, CHÉ Creative + Co-Founder of Heir Loom Holdings
Monique Francis, Head of Marketing at HOORAE (Issa Rae’s Media company)
JB Smoove - Keynote Speaker, comedian & actor Known for "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "The Millers" & "Real Husbands of Hollywood"