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From Pepsi’s infamous Kendall Jenner protest ad to American Eagle’s controversial campaign with Sydney Sweeney, brands continue to stumble into cultural landmines that could have been avoided. This talk examines why marketing misfires keep happening—whether it’s arrogance, incompetence, or a lack of diverse perspectives at the table—and what senior marketers must do differently. With the right insights and consultation, campaigns can resonate instead of offend, building trust rather than backlash.

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This session confronts one of the most insidious and under-discussed dynamics affecting Black visibility in the digital age: algorithmic suppression. It’s not just about engagement drop-offs or “shadowbans.” It’s about what happens when Black professionals, creators, and thought leaders are rendered invisible by systems that reward neutrality, whiteness, and sanitized messaging over truth, urgency, and cultural clarity. This isn’t a tech issue. It’s a power issue. And the cost is measurable: lost income, missed partnerships, erased contributions, and muted cultural impact.