Previous Speakers
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Brett Estrella is Branded Content & Partnerships Lead at Cash App (part of Block, Inc., a global technology company with a focus on financial services), where he has worked on owned organic content, creator partnerships, and sports/entertainment partnerships since 2022.
Prior to Cash App, Brett worked in Sports & Entertainment Sponsorship Development at Excel Sports Management, leading the agency's gaming representation practice and sourcing large-scale partnerships for their client roster of traditional professional athletes, teams, and leagues.
Brett Estrella is Branded Content & Partnerships Lead at Cash App (part of Block, Inc., a global technology company with a focus on financial services), where he has worked on owned organic content, creator partnerships, and sports/entertainment partnerships since 2022.
Prior to Cash App, Brett worked in Sports & Entertainment Sponsorship Development at Excel Sports Management, leading the agency's gaming representation practice and sourcing large-scale partnerships for their client roster of traditional professional athletes, teams, and leagues.
As the Senior Associate Brand Manager at Mondelez International, Caroline Suppiger (she/her) combines creativity with collaboration to drive innovative marketing strategies. A graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, she began her journey at Mondelez right out of college and has since dedicated three years to the dynamic OREO marketing team and is now working on Honey Maid Grahams.
Caroline has played a pivotal role in the successful launches of limited-edition partnerships, including OREO Sour Patch Kids and OREO Star Wars. She also spearheads the brand's organic strategy, continually weaving OREO’s 112-year legacy into the fabric of cultural moments.
As the Senior Associate Brand Manager at Mondelez International, Caroline Suppiger (she/her) combines creativity with collaboration to drive innovative marketing strategies. A graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, she began her journey at Mondelez right out of college and has since dedicated three years to the dynamic OREO marketing team and is now working on Honey Maid Grahams.
Caroline has played a pivotal role in the successful launches of limited-edition partnerships, including OREO Sour Patch Kids and OREO Star Wars. She also spearheads the brand's organic strategy, continually weaving OREO’s 112-year legacy into the fabric of cultural moments.
Dan Porter is the CEO of Overtime, a creator of disruptive sports IP and the leading sports brand and community for the next generation of fans. Porter has previously built companies in mobile gaming, education, media and marketplaces and has generated multiple exits for his investors over the course of his career.
Dan Porter is the CEO of Overtime, a creator of disruptive sports IP and the leading sports brand and community for the next generation of fans. Porter has previously built companies in mobile gaming, education, media and marketplaces and has generated multiple exits for his investors over the course of his career.
Dennis Quinn is the Head of Creative Strategy at WP Creative Group, The Washington Post's award-winning, in-house brand studio and creative agency. In his role, Dennis develops first-to-market digital, social and experiential opportunities for advertiser engagement with The Washington Post’s consumer, B2B, and B2G audiences. He is a seasoned media business veteran with brand, marketing and creative strategy roles supporting global media brands including CNN and Adult Swim.
Dennis Quinn is the Head of Creative Strategy at WP Creative Group, The Washington Post's award-winning, in-house brand studio and creative agency. In his role, Dennis develops first-to-market digital, social and experiential opportunities for advertiser engagement with The Washington Post’s consumer, B2B, and B2G audiences. He is a seasoned media business veteran with brand, marketing and creative strategy roles supporting global media brands including CNN and Adult Swim.
Emma Lembke is a 22 year-old youth digital advocate. As a senior in high school, Lembke founded LOG OFF, a youth-led 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to helping kids, teens, and young people build healthy relationships with social media and online platforms. Along with her role at LOG OFF, Emma also is a member of Design It For Us and Board Member/Director of Gen Z Advocacy at the Sustainable Media Center.
Her efforts have been covered by numerous media outlets including the New York Times, 60 Minutes, CBS, MTV, npr, The Hill, and Bloomberg. In February 2023, Emma became one of the first young people to testify before Congress regarding tech policy.
Emma Lembke is a 22 year-old youth digital advocate. As a senior in high school, Lembke founded LOG OFF, a youth-led 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to helping kids, teens, and young people build healthy relationships with social media and online platforms. Along with her role at LOG OFF, Emma also is a member of Design It For Us and Board Member/Director of Gen Z Advocacy at the Sustainable Media Center.
Her efforts have been covered by numerous media outlets including the New York Times, 60 Minutes, CBS, MTV, npr, The Hill, and Bloomberg. In February 2023, Emma became one of the first young people to testify before Congress regarding tech policy.
Jen Winston is an author, Creative Director, Social Strategist, and bisexual based in Los Angeles. Having led marketing teams at Meta, BuzzFeed, Edelman, and more, her experience centers on creating things that people want to share. Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, on CNN, and more. You can follow her on social @jenerous (generous with a J).
Jen Winston is an author, Creative Director, Social Strategist, and bisexual based in Los Angeles. Having led marketing teams at Meta, BuzzFeed, Edelman, and more, her experience centers on creating things that people want to share. Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, on CNN, and more. You can follow her on social @jenerous (generous with a J).
Jessica Tomlinson (she/her) is the Student & Gaming Segment Manager for NA eComm at Lenovo, where she advocates for technology in education and gaming. With a focus on engaging Gen Z through innovative content and community-driven experiences, she aims to amplify authentic connections between brands and their audiences. When she's not strategizing at Lenovo, she enjoys cheering on the Carolina Hurricanes with her husband and two kids, curling up in a corner reading, or pretending to be a streamer on Twitch.
Jessica Tomlinson (she/her) is the Student & Gaming Segment Manager for NA eComm at Lenovo, where she advocates for technology in education and gaming. With a focus on engaging Gen Z through innovative content and community-driven experiences, she aims to amplify authentic connections between brands and their audiences. When she's not strategizing at Lenovo, she enjoys cheering on the Carolina Hurricanes with her husband and two kids, curling up in a corner reading, or pretending to be a streamer on Twitch.
Josh Turner is the founder of Stand4 Socks, a B Corp-certified, purpose-driven brand that donates a pair to someone in need for every pair sold. As a dyslexic entrepreneur, Josh has built Stand4 into a movement that blends design, sustainability, and social impact — collaborating with global brands and celebrities to create meaningful products. With Stand4 now expanding across the U.S., Josh continues to champion the idea that business can be a powerful force for good, inspiring others to build companies that truly stand for something.
Josh Turner is the founder of Stand4 Socks, a B Corp-certified, purpose-driven brand that donates a pair to someone in need for every pair sold. As a dyslexic entrepreneur, Josh has built Stand4 into a movement that blends design, sustainability, and social impact — collaborating with global brands and celebrities to create meaningful products. With Stand4 now expanding across the U.S., Josh continues to champion the idea that business can be a powerful force for good, inspiring others to build companies that truly stand for something.
Joy Ogunneye is one of the happiest people you'd ever meet. She's a passionate, global marketer with over +15 years of expertise building brands and driving category growth within highly matrix, Fortune 500 Consumer Products companies.
As the current Global Innovation & Brand Communication Lead on Aveeno® Body at Kenvue (formerly Johnson & Johnson) - the largest consumer healthcare company, she leads innovation pipeline, strategic planning and operating plan goals on the Aveeno® brand. She owns and drives multi-hundred-million-dollar P&L expansion and the development of new products, claims, and commercial innovation shaped by consumer and category insights and trends.
Joy's entire career has been driven by her passion to make a difference and transform lives. She has spent her career at iconic companies including Johnson & Johnson, L’Oréal, Revlon, Coty and Avon, leading strategy, innovation, digital marketing and communication across numerous categories and business models.
Famous for her infectious energy and ability to find the light in every situation, she is trusted by executive leadership for high-impact initiatives from NYSE listing to enterprise restructuring to keynote speaking.
Joy is motivated by being the best person she can be, making an impact and touching lives. In her spare time, she is a podcaster who created ‘The Happy Go Joy Show’ podcast, to inspire people to live joyfully no matter what!
She is a Marketing Academy Alumni with an MBA in Marketing from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and a BA in Psychology and International Affairs from UMBC. She lives in New Jersey with her husband and two kids.
Joy Ogunneye is one of the happiest people you'd ever meet. She's a passionate, global marketer with over +15 years of expertise building brands and driving category growth within highly matrix, Fortune 500 Consumer Products companies.
As the current Global Innovation & Brand Communication Lead on Aveeno® Body at Kenvue (formerly Johnson & Johnson) - the largest consumer healthcare company, she leads innovation pipeline, strategic planning and operating plan goals on the Aveeno® brand. She owns and drives multi-hundred-million-dollar P&L expansion and the development of new products, claims, and commercial innovation shaped by consumer and category insights and trends.
Joy's entire career has been driven by her passion to make a difference and transform lives. She has spent her career at iconic companies including Johnson & Johnson, L’Oréal, Revlon, Coty and Avon, leading strategy, innovation, digital marketing and communication across numerous categories and business models.
Famous for her infectious energy and ability to find the light in every situation, she is trusted by executive leadership for high-impact initiatives from NYSE listing to enterprise restructuring to keynote speaking.
Joy is motivated by being the best person she can be, making an impact and touching lives. In her spare time, she is a podcaster who created ‘The Happy Go Joy Show’ podcast, to inspire people to live joyfully no matter what!
She is a Marketing Academy Alumni with an MBA in Marketing from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and a BA in Psychology and International Affairs from UMBC. She lives in New Jersey with her husband and two kids.
I've led content marketing programs for both early-stage startups and global corporations, and I have over a decade of experience using content and brand storytelling to drive business growth. I'm passionate about demonstrating content ROI and mobilizing creative teams to get results.
I've led content marketing programs for both early-stage startups and global corporations, and I have over a decade of experience using content and brand storytelling to drive business growth. I'm passionate about demonstrating content ROI and mobilizing creative teams to get results.
Keyon Branch is a brand strategist and cultural innovator with experience leading high-impact campaigns, strategic partnerships, and transformative brand activations across global markets. A graduate of Morehouse College, he has delivered results at leading organizations including the NFL, NBA, and Electronic Arts, consistently elevating brand visibility and driving meaningful audience engagement.
With expertise in storytelling, influencer collaborations, and large-scale event production, Keyon creates culturally resonant experiences that blend creativity with purpose. Recognized for his vision and leadership, he is committed to shaping initiatives that align business goals with authentic connections, unlocking growth while inspiring lasting community impact.
Keyon Branch is a brand strategist and cultural innovator with experience leading high-impact campaigns, strategic partnerships, and transformative brand activations across global markets. A graduate of Morehouse College, he has delivered results at leading organizations including the NFL, NBA, and Electronic Arts, consistently elevating brand visibility and driving meaningful audience engagement.
With expertise in storytelling, influencer collaborations, and large-scale event production, Keyon creates culturally resonant experiences that blend creativity with purpose. Recognized for his vision and leadership, he is committed to shaping initiatives that align business goals with authentic connections, unlocking growth while inspiring lasting community impact.
Liz Griffith is a grown-up kid who finds joy in collaboration and creativity. Early, formative experiences studying and serving abroad in South America and Europe fueled a lifelong passion for global work. A dual degree in Spanish and Italian with a penchant for business propelled Liz to land early career roles in International Trade and Global Sales while launching and managing a boutique language tutoring business on the side. She then spent over 11 years at The Coca-Cola Company, leading global marketing initiatives for the FIFA World Cup, Olympic Games, and Rugby World Cup.
In 2018, Liz joined Chick-fil-A, where she has held leadership roles spanning Experiential Marketing, Social Media, Digital & Delivery, and Marketing Operations. In 2025, she stepped into Field Marketing to focus on the Team Member Experience, championing frontline experience and culture.
Liz met her husband Carter playing soccer, and they now lead a vibrant team of their own complete with four kids (Griff, Georgina, Eleanor, Margot), a geriatric cat (Dr. Russell), and two bunnies (Gigi and Lulu). Her rare downtime includes crossword puzzles, amateur ornithology, haphazard gardening, and curating themed playlists to keep colleagues interested in the annual planning process.
Liz Griffith is a grown-up kid who finds joy in collaboration and creativity. Early, formative experiences studying and serving abroad in South America and Europe fueled a lifelong passion for global work. A dual degree in Spanish and Italian with a penchant for business propelled Liz to land early career roles in International Trade and Global Sales while launching and managing a boutique language tutoring business on the side. She then spent over 11 years at The Coca-Cola Company, leading global marketing initiatives for the FIFA World Cup, Olympic Games, and Rugby World Cup.
In 2018, Liz joined Chick-fil-A, where she has held leadership roles spanning Experiential Marketing, Social Media, Digital & Delivery, and Marketing Operations. In 2025, she stepped into Field Marketing to focus on the Team Member Experience, championing frontline experience and culture.
Liz met her husband Carter playing soccer, and they now lead a vibrant team of their own complete with four kids (Griff, Georgina, Eleanor, Margot), a geriatric cat (Dr. Russell), and two bunnies (Gigi and Lulu). Her rare downtime includes crossword puzzles, amateur ornithology, haphazard gardening, and curating themed playlists to keep colleagues interested in the annual planning process.
Nate is a content strategist who helps brands build deeper connections with audiences by harnessing data-backed insights. In his current role at Sesame Workshop, he provides strategic support and integrated campaign planning for all consumer-facing channels, including social, web, and email.
Nate is a content strategist who helps brands build deeper connections with audiences by harnessing data-backed insights. In his current role at Sesame Workshop, he provides strategic support and integrated campaign planning for all consumer-facing channels, including social, web, and email.
Nidhi R. Mehta is the Sr. Manager of Social, Influencer and Content for Samsung’s B2B and B2C Display Division. She has built her career on the art of storytelling – first as a scripted television writer and producer, and later as a brand marketer, earning her MBA in Entertainment, Media & Technology from NYU. Her work with Samsung and other industry leaders such as ABC, CBS, ClassPass, Capital One and Fiserv has given her a unique perspective on what truly connects people to brands. With a passion for creating content that resonates and inspires, Nidhi focuses on driving lasting impact by blending creativity with strategy.
Nidhi R. Mehta is the Sr. Manager of Social, Influencer and Content for Samsung’s B2B and B2C Display Division. She has built her career on the art of storytelling – first as a scripted television writer and producer, and later as a brand marketer, earning her MBA in Entertainment, Media & Technology from NYU. Her work with Samsung and other industry leaders such as ABC, CBS, ClassPass, Capital One and Fiserv has given her a unique perspective on what truly connects people to brands. With a passion for creating content that resonates and inspires, Nidhi focuses on driving lasting impact by blending creativity with strategy.
Rawan (she/her) is a social media & marketing veteran, having held positions at BuzzFeed, Complex, ABC News and now leading the social media team at Major League Soccer. Rawan focuses on emerging social media platforms, maximizing player marketing efforts, and optimizing content for a youth audience. She is based in New York.
Rawan (she/her) is a social media & marketing veteran, having held positions at BuzzFeed, Complex, ABC News and now leading the social media team at Major League Soccer. Rawan focuses on emerging social media platforms, maximizing player marketing efforts, and optimizing content for a youth audience. She is based in New York.
Rheanna is a global creative brand leader with 17+ years leading multidisciplinary teams across politics, nonprofits, agencies, big tech, and fashion. She's deeply passionate about authentic, diversity-driven storytelling to humanize brands and inspire action.
These days she's splitting her time between San Francisco and New York and exploring the world with her pre-teen daughter and photographer boyfriend.
Rheanna is a global creative brand leader with 17+ years leading multidisciplinary teams across politics, nonprofits, agencies, big tech, and fashion. She's deeply passionate about authentic, diversity-driven storytelling to humanize brands and inspire action.
These days she's splitting her time between San Francisco and New York and exploring the world with her pre-teen daughter and photographer boyfriend.
Sally leads Marketing Excellence for Mondelez International in the US, where her focus lies in accelerating business readiness and leadership for the fast evolving future of marketing. A UK native, internationally she has held a range of marketing roles leading iconic and indispensable global brands like Finish, Cadbury, Halls, OREO and Triscuit.
She has received awards for her strategic and marketing contributions, including Advertising week’s Future is Female award, The Grocer 30 under 30, Brand Innovators 40 under 40, and is a proud Alumni of the Marketing Academy scholarship. Based in NYC, in her spare time she runs long distance races and her favorite OREO flavor is mint.
Sally leads Marketing Excellence for Mondelez International in the US, where her focus lies in accelerating business readiness and leadership for the fast evolving future of marketing. A UK native, internationally she has held a range of marketing roles leading iconic and indispensable global brands like Finish, Cadbury, Halls, OREO and Triscuit.
She has received awards for her strategic and marketing contributions, including Advertising week’s Future is Female award, The Grocer 30 under 30, Brand Innovators 40 under 40, and is a proud Alumni of the Marketing Academy scholarship. Based in NYC, in her spare time she runs long distance races and her favorite OREO flavor is mint.
Bicultural and bilingual, Soy has launched first-in-market collaborations between the U.S. and Korea. As a marketing exec, she developed multi-platinum campaigns for artists including BTS, Baby Keem, 24kGoldn, Chloe x Halle, and John Legend.
Today, she is Head of North America, Music and Podcast Content Strategy at YouTube where her work spans global youth culture, content strategy, and GenAI. Her work and leadership have been recognized by Variety and the Alt Power 100 Music List. A champion of paying it forward, Soy serves as a mentor for Asian American Collective and the Recording Academy’s GRAMMYU.
She is a frequent public speaker, moderator, and published thought leader on Asian Pacific content and culture. Soy serves on the NY board for Street Soccer USA, a national non-profit dedicated to eradicating youth poverty through football.
Bicultural and bilingual, Soy has launched first-in-market collaborations between the U.S. and Korea. As a marketing exec, she developed multi-platinum campaigns for artists including BTS, Baby Keem, 24kGoldn, Chloe x Halle, and John Legend.
Today, she is Head of North America, Music and Podcast Content Strategy at YouTube where her work spans global youth culture, content strategy, and GenAI. Her work and leadership have been recognized by Variety and the Alt Power 100 Music List. A champion of paying it forward, Soy serves as a mentor for Asian American Collective and the Recording Academy’s GRAMMYU.
She is a frequent public speaker, moderator, and published thought leader on Asian Pacific content and culture. Soy serves on the NY board for Street Soccer USA, a national non-profit dedicated to eradicating youth poverty through football.
