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Heading to the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity and looking for some interesting people to connect with? Or not going and looking for some interesting content to follow…? Here are my top tips of people to follow and/or connect with: ⭐️ Chloe Davies is the CEO of It Takes A Village Collective and co-founder of Join Our Table - A space to celebrate Black British women. She’s that rare thing: both a #DEI champion and expert. She’s steering a whole raft of incredible events that are definitely worth catching. ⭐️ Myles Manyonda is the hugely talented strategy director at Lucky Generals and is up for ‘Strategist of the Year’ sponsored by Simply Thought 💭 at The Pros Awards 2024 supported by Google UK. He’s heading to Cannes as part of Cephas Williams’ incredible The Black Network movement and is another one worth connecting with. (Personally, I can’t wait to read his takes). ⭐️ Word on the Curb’ CEO and COO (and dynamic duo co-founders) Ndubuisi Uchea and Hayel Wartemberg are heading back to Cannes for a second year. The inclusive marketing experts will be speaking at some events and are definitely worth catching live. Not going to be at Cannes? They always provide great LinkedIn content so follow them already! 😊 (FYI: they’re also up for a bunch of awards at The Pros Awards 2024! 🥳). ⭐️ ETA: I just spotted Google’s B2B comms mgr Jo Ogunleye is over at Cannes too! 🥰🤩😍 Don’t know Jo? 🤯Where’ve you been? 🤔 Aren’t connected to Jo? 🤯 What’s wrong with you? 🤔 Correct that now. 🙃 Anyone I’ve missed? Drop them in the comments. (Psst! How do you pronounce ‘Cannes’…? Asking for a friend. 🙃) #CannesLionsInternationalFestivalOfCreativity #CannesLions #Cannes #RepresentationMatters

The Benefits and Advantages of Partnering and Sponsoring Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic Events and ActivitiesIn today's globalized world, businesses are increasingly recognizing the value of connecting with diverse audiences. One effective way to achieve this is by partnering and sponsoring events and activities that cater to Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities.

Happy Juneteenth, everyone! ✊🏾❤️🖤💚 Representation within the Retail Real Estate field matters. Today, as we observe Juneteenth, let's reflect on the significance of this day in our history. Racism and oppression may not be easy topics to discuss, but acknowledging our past is crucial to forging a brighter future for all of us. To all my peers in the industry, here are some tips on being active allies to BI-POC communities: 📍 Support local black/minority owned business! Some of my personal favorites in the DMV/Baltimore region include businesses like Papi Cuisine, The Breakfast Club, Milk & Honey, and Potomac Cookie Co. 🍽️ FYI - Black Restaurant Week in DC begins July 14th-28th! 😉 🏛️ Learn about African American history at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, DC. ⭐ Advocate for diversity by considering predominantly black markets for retail offerings and site selection. Don't let biases hinder deals; these communities are eager for more diverse food and retail options. I know personally, because I’ve worked and lived in these markets. I hear the requests firsthand and on a regular basis. 🌍 Broaden your horizons by exploring places with larger black populations. Immerse yourself in different cultures to gain a deeper understanding. I recently visited Cartagena, Colombia 🇨🇴 in March. I was absolutely enamored by all of the spectacular architecture, vibrant art, and beautiful people that I saw. We often forget that there are black communities that exist outside of the United States, and share a similar history as AAs. I visited the Village of Palenque ✊🏾 and learned the history of one of the first revolutionary towns in the Americas, where many Afro-Colombian slaves escaped to Freedom. It was certainly an experience I’ll never forget. Last but certainly not least — 🫶🏾 Show empathy and demonstrate active allyship. Let's continue working towards a more inclusive and equal future. Acknowledge the progress we’ve made, but remember, there's still much more work to be done. Let's celebrate diversity, learn from our past, and strive for a better tomorrow together. #Juneteenth #RepresentationMatters #DiversityandInclusion #RetailRealEstate #CommercialRealEstate #BlackLivesMatter

Juneteenth falls right in the middle of one of the world's most famous and largest creative festivals, Cannes Lions! For the advertising and creative world, there is no getting around it — it’s the busiest and most festive time of year for our industry. So what happens when you need to work through an important holiday? Earlier this year, our team spoke with the DEI team at Cannes about creative ways to honor Juneteenth when you still have to be on and connected for the international festival. One idea was working with brands like Because Of Them We Can, whose main focus is to shine a light on Black History and to share stories of the world's first. What better way to honor the spirit of Juneteenth than celebrating the first creatives that paved the way so people of all backgrounds can attend Cannes, and achieve success in our industry. How are you honoring Juneteenth at/during Cannes? Do you have any other ideas? Please share in the comments so we can continue the conversation.

The Benefits and Advantages of Partnering and Sponsoring Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic Events and ActivitiesIn today's globalized world, businesses are increasingly recognizing the value of connecting with diverse audiences. One effective way to achieve this is by partnering and sponsoring events and activities that cater to Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities.

People keep telling me "I'm doing so well" And it makes me feel so awkward! I've started noticing my immediate response is to start listing off all the ways I am in fact NOT doing well, and how everything has been luck so far, and oh we're not making much money and this deal fell through recently and oh did I mention I'm still living with family to save on rent? Although I definitely think there's value in keeping it real and letting people know social media is just an image, I'm also trying to remind myself that all the things I've achieved are still very much real Despite the hardship and ongoing everyday battles, I've gotten to where I am as a solo Black female founder, facing all the odds with 0 connections, 0 money to fall back on, 0 investors here are a few real things I've achieved 👉 In 2 years bootstrapped the only WOC creative founders membership community of 250 subscribers, 500 waitlist and 15,000 across socials 👉 Raised £100k in Grant funding 👉 3 Billboards & storefronts, including on Piccadilly Lights and Oxford Street! 👉 Features: GUAP x Adidas 30 Under 30 Black Creatives in 2022 ; Highly Commended in Tech Round's 50 Under 50 BAME Entrepreneurs in 2020, Spoke about Funding for BBC Politics London for Black Business Week 👉 Delivered workshops, panels & talks for orgs like Converse, Office, Nike, Lost Village Festival & more. 👉 Delivered events, campaigns and programmes through brand partnerships with size?, Reebok, ASOS, Shea Moisture, The North Face, Vans & more. If you do one thing this week, say "thank you" when someone compliments you, don't downplay your hard word! PS- Black History Month is coming up and I am open for one or two panels, talks and speaking opportunities. Please do reach out at [email protected] if you're interested in me sharing my journey!

In the world of sports, the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) – which is organized by Energy Capital & Power – stands out as a catalyst for positive transformation. Rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, GBIS not only embraces these values but also celebrates the exceptional achievements of Black individuals in sports. With a focus on spotlighting talent, nurturing emerging stars, and creating pathways for networking and growth, GBIS is set to make a profound impact in the world of sports. https://lnkd.in/ehCya6EM

In the world of sports, the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) – which is organized by Energy Capital & Power – stands out as a catalyst for positive transformation. Rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, GBIS not only embraces these values but also celebrates the exceptional achievements of Black individuals in sports. With a focus on spotlighting talent, nurturing emerging stars, and creating pathways for networking and growth, GBIS is set to make a profound impact in the world of sports.

So, you know how you attend a conference, gain lots of insight and new information, and leave with all the best intentions to actually do something with that information?? Then, you go back home to your regular life, get back into your busy routine, and none of those new insights ever see the light of day. We wanted to try something different this year to see if we could interrupt this loop for those that attended our Black Woman Leading LIVE! Conference two weeks ago. On the last day of the conference, I facilitated an action planning session where attendees identified one action item to implement based on their insights gained at the event. We scheduled a post-event community call two weeks after the event for accountability and support around that action item and told them that we would check in about their action item on the call. Well, that call was tonight! About 30% of our attendees came (approx 40 people), and they came ready to report their progress! The intentionality made a difference! They celebrated each other. and it gave them a moment to re-connect and get re-energized to sustain their momentum from the event. I think we'll keep this post-event call for future eventsand aim to increase the participation. It was such an engaging and encouraging vibe on the call! Mission accomplished! #bwllive

It's a new week to secure the bag! 😍 And I'm bringing in TELFAR to show you how. For those who follow my work closely, you know that for the next few months, I will be highlighting 50 black businesses that deserve to be in the spotlight and who won my FREE 3-Day marketing campaign. So for the next 2 days, I'm telling the story of how from humble beginnings to global recognition, Telfar Clemens has redefined the concept of accessibility and inclusivity in the industry. 
 Beyond fashion, Telfar has also made a significant impact through collaborations and community engagement. From partnering with brands like UGG and Converse to supporting emerging artists and hosting events that celebrate diversity, he consistently demonstrates a commitment to uplifting others and fostering a sense of belonging. 
If you didn't know, Telfar Clemens' story is a testament to the power of authenticity and the influence of art in shaping societal norms. As we celebrate his remarkable journey, let's reflect on the importance of embracing individuality, breaking down barriers, and creating spaces where everyone can thrive! ~~~~~~~~~ PS) You know what to do… If you get tired of seeing the support, unfollow me ✌️🏽 
 PSS) If you're down to help me support these amazing founders, follow me! PSSS) I'm dropping the previous founder’s story in the comments in case you missed it last week! 🙌🏽 #Telfar #SupportBlackBusinesses #Fashion #FashionIndustry #Business