Creatives of color are changing the name of the game!
On October 8th, The Creative Collective NYC concluded their 2022 CultureCon Tour, with stops in Atlanta and Los Angeles and a final stop in Brooklyn, NY. Envisioned by Imani Ellis, founder of Culture Con and The Creative Collective NYC, the annual conference began in 2017 with a dream to create intentional spaces where young professionals of color could network with one another while celebrating the impact of diverse voices.
Presented by HBOMax, CultureCon welcomed hundreds of way-makers and several reputable visionaries within the industry to celebrate the culture of Black and POC creatives. Attendees were dressed to impress as they arrived at the Duggal Greenhouse for a full day of inspiration and shared opportunities. Several vendors were present and well integrated into the experience as well as an “Activation Alley” which included activations in partnership with companies such as Instagram, Linkedin, Audible, Toyota, and more. Serving creatives of various disciplines, a range of panels took place as people were able to maneuver in and out of conversations while still feeling immersed in the conference. From music & entertainment to film & television to tech & influencer strategy, the list goes on— esteemed hosts, influential creators and celebrity talent you love to love were invited to share their knowledge. Topics ranged from black wealth and amplifying black voices to building brand awareness through social media and enhancing one’s social network. All of which provided incredible wisdom from the likes of Taraji P. Henson, Lena Waithe, Tracee Ellis Ross, Meagan Good, just to name a few.
Look out for more information on what The Creative Collective NYC has to offer as they continue to share Creative AF Careers which include job postings in conjunction with salary information and career tips, both on their site and on their social platforms. Stay tuned as they continue to curate the spaces needed to diversify the industry and propel their mission forward.
Photographs by TONL
