Black@ADCOLOR
Black@ADCOLOR is one of 6 community groups designed to empower the nuanced needs of specific ADCOLOR members and educate the allies that support them.
In partnership with Black@ADCOLOR’s key stakeholders, conversations were curated to tackle issues that uniquely impacted ADCOLOR’s black community. After polling and leading focus groups we defined the strategy that informed discussion topics and identified the right contributors to include in the conversations.
Each programming piece was produced with the goal of curating valuable thought leadership and packaging it into an actionable resource that could be immediately applied to their unique situation, and also inform allies on how to best support them.
SAY THE “QUIET” PART LOUD: WHY STAR EMPLOYEES ARE QUITTING, AND HOW TO RETAIN THEM
Presented by Black at ADCOLOR powered by WPP/GroupM
Burnout, apathy, feeling silenced…what are the root causes of “quiet quitting” that organizations overlook? This panel explores a range of perspectives on “quiet quitting” from a line-up of dynamic individuals spanning the C-Suite to emerging stars. We’ll get a peek into their experiences, discuss ways employers can effectively address this trend in the workforce, and share how employees can have honest conversations with managers when they find themselves disengaged from their work
SPEAKERS:
Ezinne Okoro, Chief DEI Officer at Wunderman
Ronnie Dickerson Stewart, Founder & CEO at Oh Hey Coach
Aaron Francois, Sr. Connections Strategist at RGA & Founder, Black Visionaries
Barbara Polanco, Art Director at Ogilvy
Serena Anthony, Chief People Officer at GroupM North America
The Road Less Traveled: Making Your Own Path
Presented by Black at ADCOLOR powered by WPP/GroupM
A conversation with a powerhouse group of seasoned executives and new professionals who reflect the beautiful tapestry of the Black Diaspora and are truly paving their own unique path.
The panelists, comprised of ADCOLOR FUTURES, Advisory Board Members, and new advocates, bring a breadth of experience both stateside and globally. Collectively they’ve touched a range of brands, including Google, Lipton Iced Tea, Hilton, The Mayo Clinic, Comcast NBCUniversal, and Airbnb, to name a few. They’ve exemplified the essence of Reach Back, through their work with impactful organizations like the One Club, the T. Howard Foundation, MAIP and the Marcus Graham Project.
Together they’ll share the stories of their entry into their respective industries, how their heritage has impacted their careers and overall life journey, and their perspectives on how to not only Rise Up but thrive and create change while doing so.
Speakers:
Tope Ajala, Global Head of DEI at Ogilvy
Kendra Croft, ACD at Ten35
Carlin Dixon, DEI Program Manager at TBWA
Alexandra Givan, Director, DEI at Sony Music Group
Olu, Musician, Director, Multidisciplinary Artist at Bliss House
Makisha Noel, Social Strategist