LOS ANGELES, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Asians in Advertising proudly announces the return of its highly anticipated annual Breaking Barriers Summit, scheduled for Friday, May 3, 2024. Now in its third year, this hybrid event signifies a significant milestone for the Asian advertising community, connecting professionals worldwide through in-person and virtual attendance options.
Asians in Advertising Announces Breaking Barriers Summit, Scheduled for Friday, May 3, 2024
The Breaking Barriers Summit is designed to empower attendees to advance their careers by addressing the unique challenges Asian Americans face in advertising, marketing, and communications. From overcoming bias and imposter syndrome to navigating complex cultural identities, participants can anticipate a day of immersive career-leveling experiences, including networking sessions, thought-provoking discussions, interactive workshops, personalized career guidance, and more.
“We’re deeply honored to present our third annual Breaking Barriers Summit,” expressed Bernice Chao, co-founder of Asians in Advertising. “This event represents a movement towards fostering an inclusive and empowered community within our industry, partnering collaboratively within the AANHPI community.”
Event Speakers:
Keynote: Susie Nam, CEO, Publicis Creative US
Ambika Pai, Head of Brand, TIAA
Azalea Wang, Client Partner, Meta
Bill Imada, Chairman and Chief Connectivity Officer, IW Group, Inc.
Christina Lu, Senior Vice President of Strategy, Carat
Dan Matthews, Head of Partnerships & Creative Producer, Transparent Arts
Dennis Yao Yu, Vice President of Revenue Strategy, Firework
Emily Chang, CEO, West, VML
Jay Kamath, Founder and Chief Creative Officer, HAYMAKER
Jenny Huang, Director of B2B Marketing, Gannett / USA TODAY
Joe Ambrocio Le Carolino, Chief Creative Officer, Thesis
Laura Lee, Founder & CEO, LL Consulting
Lauren Smith, Executive Creative Director, 72andSunny
Lisa Bull, Board Member, Asians in Advertising
Lopaka Purdy, President/Owner, Waldinger Creative
Shane Santiago, President and Chief Experience Officer, Bravely
Senna Bayasgalan, Managing Director, GPCA
Steven Moy, CEO & Partner, L&C NYC
Event Sponsors:
Platinum: Publicis Groupe and Warner Bros. Discovery
Gold: Magnite
Silver: 72&Sunny, Paramount Advertising, and Wunderkind
Bronze: Experian, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Giant Spoon, TDW+Co, and Padsquad
Community Partners:
Asian American Collective, Asian Hustle Network, Bé Ù, ChimeTV, Chingoo Snacks, Chunks, Cold Tea Collective, Hummy Soju Seltzer, IW Group, Lunar, More Labs, Narra, Nectar, Nguyen Coffee Supply, Paris Baguette, R/GA, Sanzo, Space to Grow, Sprinkles, Sundae School, The Life Brief and Yellow Chair Collective
Asians in Advertising
Asians in Advertising aims to develop a community, create opportunities, and elevate Asians to higher leadership positions in the advertising industry. For more information, contact Bernice Chao at [email protected]
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