Queer joy is not just a celebration, it’s a powerful source of connection, creativity, and resilience. In today’s climate, joy helps sustain community, fuel progress, and keep culture thriving. This vibrant conversation will show how authentic storytelling from LGBTQIA+ communities can enrich culture and drive meaningful brand growth. Panelists will spotlight brands that have moved […]

The distance between communities are by design and has seeped into our offices, networks, and circles. As we allow systems to replace moments for collaboration with competition, our collective power slips away. The time to reconnect our communities has come and it’s meant to be done together. Pull up for a special interactive session where […]

Disney’s creator ecosystem is redefining what it means to tell stories with communities, not just to them. At the heart of this movement is Disney “The Power of Joy,” a creator-led platform that celebrates authentic fandom, cultural pride, and inclusive storytelling across Disney’s brands and experiences. In the spirit of ADCOLOR, this conversation explores how […]

This session spotlights the urgent need for advocacy and systemic reform for neurodivergent communities of color, who too often face misdiagnosis, overmedication, and exclusion from education and social systems. We’ll explore how early intervention and community support can disrupt cycles of marginalization. Building on the momentum of campaigns like “Dyslexic Thinking”, we’ll also reframe cognitive […]

Six teams from the 2025 Class of ADCOLOR FUTURES share their answer to this year’s Hackathon brief. Come see the future leaders of marketing, advertising, tech and entertainment share their talents.

“Bel-Air” showrunner Carla Banks-Waddles joins stars Adrian Holmes and Cassandra Freeman for a special conversation celebrating the fourth and final season of the hit Peacock drama. This dynamic panel explores what it means to reimagine a cultural touchstone for a new generation – where legacy meets innovation, and authenticity sparks opportunity. The creative team and […]

Join us for an exclusive screening of the Luther Vandross documentary Luther: Never Too Much, featuring welcome remarks from Sheereen Miller-Russell, EVP of Ad Sales and Client Partnerships at Warner Bros. Discovery, and Katie Hinman, VP of Program Development at CNN. Get behind-the-scenes insights into the development and creative process, and experience this emotional film […]

This dynamic session is designed to help you safeguard your creative core when faced with adversity. Creativity is not just an act, but a discipline that requires intentional care, especially during difficult periods. This session will explore techniques for nurturing your creative spirit, maintaining passion, and staying grounded in your work even when external pressures […]