Insight specialists help organizations understand their customers, so they can improve products, communications, strategies and marketing. On this episode of CultureConnect, we’re exploring careers in insights with a panel of experts from top brands, who have helped bring important perspectives and innovations to market, while amplifying diverse voices and experiences. Hosted by Janelle A. James, SVP Ipsos UU.

Guests:

Kathy Dini James, Global Brand Strategy Insights Lead, Netflix

Kyle Ranally, Strategic Initiatives Insights Lead, NBA

Charitie Dantis-Gayo, Corporate Vice President, Center For Consumer Insights, New York Life Insurance

Yasmine Laasraoui, Director Trends & Foresight, North America Consumer Insights, Estee Lauder Companies

Media organizations persistently lack diversity in its workforce, particularly at the top. At the same time, the industry is aware that representation can bring with it great numbers of consumers and more financial gains. On this episode of CultureConnect, a dynamic panel of executives discuss the paths they traveled to build their careers in media and advice for those who want to succeed in this ever-changing field. Hosted by Janelle A. James, SVP Ipsos UU.

Guests:
Mary Kate Callen, VP Audience Impact & Intelligence, Paramount Advertising

Ivan Land Jr, Business Strategy Director, Hero Collective

Jennifer Rivera Vega, Head of Multicultural Advertising, TikTok

The U.S. technology industry has grown at a steady if not rapid pace, yet it lags when it comes to diversity in its workforce. The majority of its workers are white and/or male. On this episode of CultureConnect, we’re taking a look at careers in tech with a panel of experts who are doing their part to diversify this STEM field. Hosted by Janelle A. James, SVP Ipsos UU.

Guests:
Nicole Isaac, VP, Global Public Policy, Cisco
Jason Shah, Tech Investor & Operator
Kanchanna Patlola, Technical Solutions Manager, Google