Currently serving as the director of marketing for the University of Texas at Austin, Robin Meeks never intended on being the ideation savant she has
A dual resident of Chicago and New York City, Khali Smith launched a career in real estate sales subsequent to overseeing his family-owned and -operated pastry
Reebok recently revived its partnership with music producer and artist Pharrell. During this year’s ComplexCon, Reebok and Pharrell presented the label BBC ICECREAM and released
Hennessy has found alternative ways to market to urban culture. One of the company’s most intriguing campaigns features rapper Nas. The Queens-raised emcee narrates several
Peter Spears is the multicultural marketing manager for Beam Suntory Brands, which includes Courvoisier Cognac, Effen Vodka, Maker’s Mark and Jim Beam bourbons and Hornitos
It’s safe to say most kids grow up playing “That’s my car!” as they watch their favorite vehicles ride by and dream about one day
When it comes to luxury brands, Donae Burston’s experience is second to none. With over a decade of footprints that stretch across spirit staples such
As a multi-disciplined marketer in Chicago, Elliott Mittons’ portfolio boasts experience with brand giants such as Adidas, Red Bull and Under Armour, among others. With
By now I’m sure you’ve seen the post going around on Instagram where its users are attempting to assert their rights in their images and
He emits an unmistakable coolness, synonymous with his stomping grounds of Chicago, but the Peach State is where he’s made his mark. With more than
Dametria Mustin is a marketing maven with nearly 15 years of experience. Her background includes international marketing, product development, and brand management. Her entrepreneurial spirit
Sprite kicked off BET Awards weekend with an event that celebrated the “Thirst for Yours” campaign. The event featured a panel discussion with rapper Kodi
Steve Canal is an award-winning brand architect, bestselling author, a motivational speaker and father. Canal also serves as principal and CEO of The Brand Executive
Coleen Otero is a branding and beauty expert with more than 20 years of experience in the beauty industry. She is the founder of the
The next generation of social influencers knows what it takes to promote what’s new, hot and fresh. The right or wrong influencer can make or break a
Crystal Reynolds is a senior account director at the award-winning advertising agency Walton Isaacson. She is responsible for creating and leading McDonald’s African American Consumer Market (ACCM) experiential
Tarcus Allen is a marketing professional with Chicago-based Luster Products Inc. As the brand manager for SCurl, one of the leading men’s grooming products in
Founded in 1715, Martell Cognac describes itself as “the oldest of the great cognac houses.” Their newest campaign, featuring Migos rapper Quavo as the face, is
Have you ever wondered if you need to have a federally registered trademark to protect your brand? If you are a business owner or a
Over the course of her career, Shanell Boyd has been a senior-level, strategic marketing and sales leader curating, strategizing, executing and leading integrated sales and
