For years–especially in the last four–we’ve watched brands expand marketing efforts holistically and prioritize voices of color through organic and paid media placements. However, a continuously overlooked medium for major brands and advertisers is Black culture-focused tentpole events. As a regular attendee at such events as Essence Festival, CurlyCon, or CultureCon, to name a few,…For years–especially in the last four–we’ve watched brands expand marketing efforts holistically and prioritize voices of color through organic and paid media placements. However, a continuously overlooked medium for major brands and advertisers is Black culture-focused tentpole events. As a regular attendee at such events as Essence Festival, CurlyCon, or CultureCon, to name a few,… Read More
