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Fontaine Bland
By ADCOLOR June 25, 2018 |Fontaine roots herself in authenticity, consistency, and generosity. As the
granddaughter of a Holocaust survivor and daughter of a former politician,
she learned early on the strength within her own voice, need for social
justice, and the power that lies within strengthening our community through
public service. These lessons have afforded her the opportunity to create
her own path in shaping the views of others through public relations. As an
Assistant Account Executive at Ogilvy, she works in the social change
sector to enhance the understanding and bridge gaps between the nation
and various government organizations. Her professional accomplishments
include chartering the Ogilvy Young Professional Network in Washington,
D.C., leading the development and execution of multiple virtual reality
experiences which are designed as educational tools for non-technical
community decision makers and the general public, but most importantly –
investing in minorities and advocating for them within the field of public
relations, advertising, and technology. As a woman of color, Fontaine does
not have the privilege of being silent. However, it is her distinguished
honor to stand and speak on behalf of people of color, advocate for them,
and pave the way for those who are preparing to follow in her footsteps.
She is working daily to shift the narrative surrounding “diversity and
inclusion” and refocus organizations on enhancing “expression and equity”
for all minorities.