Everything is on go time! First weekend of October, rolled out and it didn’t come to play. Conferences on Conferences!
Education meets Encouragement: A Recap
Starting off with CultureCon it looked absolutely electrifying and beautifully displayed on social media. Fashion made statements, good eats made cameos and each talk had jam packed lines. A sold out event proudly announced by BlackWeek, they delivered on community building and facilitated access to the future from the lens of those represented. This lens ranged from advertising, tech, AI and personal brand. Advertising Week kicked off with an explosive set of chats that left an impactful impression on everyone who attended. Key takeaways from the event itself was truly met by creatives embracing the environment and connecting with someone outside of their usual realm. AdWeek House was star-studded with icons across decades in attendance and Chief Marketing Officers in known companies like Grindr and American Eagle, held hot topic discussions for audience full of advertisers, marketers, professionals and creatives.
It’s only heating up!
Overall, we had a blast attending these conferences so far, we entered this month warped in a creative melting pot and it’s a lot more of it to experience. WAATBP is only a day away October 16th-October 17th, a two day conference both virtual and in-person leaving one no excuse to not attend. This conference caters to a career fair by challenging the ad world’s diversity gap and creating pathways for professionals. AfroTech Conference is approaching October 27th, another huge event you want to be apart of. This is where creatives met their next idea, future talent, massive networking hub and community. Closing out the month with Portfolio Night, a night for creative directors interested in getting their books reviewed, join The One Club for Creativity for that. Advice will be shared, and budding mentorship/recruitment is in the works, so make sure you find your way. Finish the month strong with these exciting upcoming events, we will be there, and hope to see you too.
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📰 Must-Read Articles
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The time of uncertainty is ending. Retail media networks have become very popular in the industry. Initially, retailers used them to make money from their online spaces, but now they are a major part of advertising. Marketers are attracted to these networks from top retailers because they offer valuable shopper data and the opportunity to influence buying decisions at the point of purchase. This is why spending on retail media network advertising is expected to reach nearly $100 billion by 2028.
A new network called Breakr has been launched to help creators overcome financial challenges. This was announced during the "What's the value of the creator economy?" panel at Advertising Week (AW). Anthony Brown, cofounder and co-CEO of Breakr, shared the news. AWNY has partnered with Breakr to invite people to join this new initiative. To support the network, Advertising Week has also teamed up with strategic consultancy JBRC.
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Want to get your work noticed? Or maybe master a new skill? We've handpicked a selection of awards and programs that can help you shine brighter and achieve your goals. Explore these opportunities and unlock your potential.
The Campaign BIG Global Awards celebrate the best creative work from around the world. We focus on the creativity itself, not performance metrics. We want ideas that grab attention, start conversations, and set new creative standards in today's fast-paced marketing world. The bigger the ideas, the better. Our categories cover industry, media, and creative excellence. An elite panel of international leaders will judge your work. If you are shortlisted or win, your agency will be featured in Campaign's seven global editorial regions, giving you international recognition and industry credibility. This is your chance to shine and be celebrated worldwide. Applications are open now and the final entry is October 23rd. Don't miss this chance to showcase your portfolio and transform your creative career—apply now!
Stand out in the competitive advertising and marketing landscape with one of the industry’s highest honors: The Campaign US Agency of the Year Awards. Judged by an esteemed panel of leading brand marketers, these awards celebrate inspiring leadership, creative excellence, outstanding business performance, and the achievements that set both agencies and individuals apart. Open to all advertising, creative, digital, media, marketing, PR, independent, and specialist agencies, the Campaign US Agency of the Year Awards spotlight the best of the best across the industry. Entry Deadline November 17th.
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2nd Entry Deadline: November 4th
🗓 Upcoming Events
Stay ahead with events that matter to you! Whether you’re looking to learn or network, we’ve got something coming up that’s worth your time.
Since 2011, Where Are All The Black People? (WAATBP) has been a catalyst for change, amplifying Black voices and talent within the advertising industry. What started as a half-joking, half-serious remark at an agency party has grown into the industry’s leading diversity conference and career fair challenging the ad world’s diversity gap and creating pathways for professionals at every stage. This takes place in New York City and Virtual October 16-17, don’t wait too long RSVP now!
ANA Masters of Marketing Conference brings together top marketing experts who want to boost their brands and businesses. This event attracts thousands of marketing leaders who found it very helpful the year before. Attendees can enjoy important talks, group workshops, and strategic discussions. They gain valuable insights that improve their decision-making and increase their organization's marketing impact, leading to great growth and success. This event will be in Orlando, Fl and Virtual on October 21st. RSVP HERE
212NYC is thrilled to announce our 11th Annual Gala: “Resilience Through Reinvention,” returning on October 23rd in New York City! One of the most anticipated advertising events of the year, the 212NYC Gala celebrates the trailblazers shaping the future of the industry honoring groundbreaking achievements, inspiring leadership, and lasting impact. RSVP Here!
AfroTech Conference is coming back to Houston, TX, offering a great opportunity for career growth. You can connect with more than 200 tech companies looking to hire. Learn about AI, including generative technology, reducing bias, and innovations led by professionals. The event takes place from October 27th to October 31st.
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✨More events to explore✨
When the Work Dries Up: Strategies to Finding Freelance Clients
October 16th
Virtual
DERVOS 2025
October 17th
New York,NY
Global Innovation Forum
October 17th
New York,NY
Beyond The Jersey: The Design of Sports
October 20th
New York,NY
IAB: Attention Measurement Workshop
October 22nd
Virtual
AI Marketing Strategies
October 22nd
Virtual
Digiday Publishing Summit Europe
October 27th
Lisbon,Portugal
Re-Industrializing America with David Ulevitch
October 28th
New York,NY
Spotlight Conference
October 29th
Amsterdam,NL
Portfolio Night 2025 NYC
October 30th
New York,NY
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