A passionate travel enthusiast, business owner, and dedicated advocate for diversity in tech, Rob is a seasoned professional with a proven track record in account management and digital marketing. Currently serving as a Senior Account Executive at LinkedIn, he specializes in building strong relationships with technology clients and driving impactful business outcomes. Prior to his […]

Jeroslyn is a journalist and host based in Los Angeles, though she proudly hails from New York City. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Media and Communication from SUNY Old Westbury and began her career by launching her own blog before advancing to writer and editor roles at major media outlets. Currently, Jeroslyn is a […]

Ace King, also known as Jordan Watson, is celebrated as Instagram’s “King of Transitions.” His dynamic work has captured the attention of major brands such as Meta, Bose, and Hollywood Reporter. Committed to empowering others, Ace shows how social media can be a catalyst for transformation. He teaches that the power to change lives resides […]

Mandy is the oldest of 7 children of a Deaf father who immigrated from Central America after losing his hearing as a toddler. Not only is Mandy’s first language ASL, she spent her life advocating and interpreting for her father, and witnessing first hand the gap in communication faced by the Deaf community. This experience […]

I’m Leah Smart, an interviewer and editor for LinkedIn News, where I explore what it means to live “the good life.” Since 2022, I’ve hosted the podcastEveryday Better with Leah Smartand its companion newsletter. Each episode brings insights from researchers or inspiring stories from authors, aimed at enhancing our personal and professional lives. Our show […]

A digital marketing executive with 20 years of experience focused on the intersection of strategy, creativity and analytics. Currently SVP of Brand Partnerships at Whalar, the most awarded creator commerce company in the world. Responsible for driving creator partnerships for top tech, gaming and entertainment clients. Formerly Head of Influencer Marketing for Edelman, Head of […]

Allyson Hugley leads LinkedIn Marketing Solutions (LMS) global Customer Insights team, which is part of the LMS Customer Science organization. Prior to joining LinkedIn, Hugley led the Insights and Analytics function for the Prudential Financial Global Communications team. Hugley is the recipient of numerous industry recognitions including being honored byPRNewsas one of the Top Women […]

J.L. is a Sr. Manager of Global Brand Strategy at Delta Air Lines in Atlanta, focused on developing values-driven storytelling for the Olympics/Paralympics, Sustainability, DEI, entertainment parnterships and more. With 13+ years of experience working in-house and external agencies across roles including Account Management, Copywriting, Strategy, and Media for some of the world’s biggest brands, […]

Throughout her career Veronica has helped brands connect with their consumers, push for creative effectiveness and drive growth.As Director, Global Creative Council at Meta, Veronica partners with the marketing industry’s most influential creative leaders to ideate on the marketing industry’s biggest challenges.Before Meta, Veronica led Effie Worldwide’s expansion beyond awards and built new training and […]

Kay Lopez is a Social Media Consultant and Content Director focused on multicultural markets with experience in TX, NYC and LA, working on brands like: General Mills, L’Oréal USA, Fabletics, NBCUniversal, Warner Media, We All Grow Latina, Los Angeles Tourism Board and more. She is also the founder and creator of Latinas Poderosas, a platform […]