Black hair is the object of love, mystery, and discrimination. Through the years we have seen hairstyles evolve from afros to slick back, pin curls, bouncy and behaving, braids and curly twist updos – we are on an ongoing journey of discovery and understanding. Black hair continues to be depicted in advertising as magical, mystical,

Streaming is the new frontier of storytelling – and these leading ladies are pioneering the next generation of mainstream content, products, and brand experiences that showcase women’s voices. Join us as we discuss how women in streaming can empower a winning combination of content, data, and tech to help creators and brands alike tell better,

Brand-side and agency-side visionaries and technology experts Sophie Kelly (Diageo), Solange Claudio (Formerly Known As) and Avery Akkineni (Vayner3) will share examples and their vision for the future of generative AI, NFTs, the Metaverse, Web 3 and data in advertising. They will focus on how technology is transforming advertising creative to effectively reach and influence

From recent films like Everything, Everywhere, All at Once to popular television series like Bling Empire, Asian representation is being widely celebrated and explored through storylines that push past barriers. Join us as we unpack the impact that this rise in AAPI storytelling has on Asian creators and the overall evolution of mainstream media.

The world of animation is rich in color and dense in creativity. Many of our favorite animated projects were created and brought to life by Asian women who inspired a whole new level of imagination. In this session, we will explore the art of animation, its impact on storytelling, and how Asian women continue to

Join SXM Media for a conversation in partnership with The Female Quotient where we will Pass the Mic to female leaders in Entertainment. They’ll share the stories and advice that made them the kick-ass superstars they are today and how they will continue to inspire women on the rise.

Mega-brands with large budgets historically dominated the traditional TV ad space. But, with the rise of Connected TV (CTV), brands of any size can gain a competitive edge in capturing consumer attention. In this conversation, hear from MNTN and The HoneyPot Company as they discuss how CTV not only lets challenger brands compete with blue-chips,