Coverage of the ANA Multicultural & Inclusive Marketing Conference

Reckitt CMO Nathalie Darres shares what the 2026 ANA Multicultural and Inclusive Marketing Excellence Awards Grand Jury is looking for in winning entries. Her perspective on culture, authenticity, and commercial accountability could reshape how teams approach award submissions this year.

Scott Redick, director of strategy and integration at Charles Schwab and member of the 2026 ANA Multicultural and Inclusive Marketing Excellence Awards Grand Jury, shares what separates good work from truly exceptional work — and why curiosity may be the most important skill a marketer can keep sharpening.

Toni Wallace, partner and head of global music brand strategy at United Talent Agency, shares what Grand Prize-worthy multicultural marketing looks like. Her insights on cultural fluency and talent partnerships could reshape how teams approach their 2026 ANA Awards submissions.

Gus Fernandez, VP of inclusive growth and community impact at U.S. Bank, shares what separates exceptional multicultural marketing from work that is merely good. His perspective on the 2026 ANA Multicultural and Inclusive Marketing Excellence Awards jury could reshape how teams approach cultural authenticity and submission strategy.

Edna Kane Williams, EVP at AARP and 2026 ANA Multicultural and Inclusive Marketing Excellence Awards Grand Juror, shares what separates exceptional inclusive marketing from work that merely acknowledges diverse audiences. Her perspective on cultural depth, measurable results, and strategic investment could reshape how marketers approach submissions — and their broader growth strategies.

Carla Ibarra, senior director of change management communications at NRG Energy, shares what the 2026 ANA Multicultural and Inclusive Marketing Excellence Awards Grand Jury is looking for. Her insights into cultural authenticity, AI risk, and measurable impact could reshape how teams approach award submissions.

Julia Huang, founder of and CEO at Intertrend, shares what separates good marketing from truly exceptional work as a 2026 ANA Multicultural and Inclusive Marketing Excellence Awards Grand Jury member. Her perspective on cultural speed, AI's limits, and the cost of forgettable work may reshape how teams approach this year's submissions.

Anibal Casso, chief strategic officer at Ogilvy North America, shares what separates exceptional multicultural work from work that merely gets the surface right. His perspective as a 2026 ANA Multicultural and Inclusive Marketing Awards Grand Jury member may reshape how teams approach insight, risk, and cultural fluency.

Chris Crawford, founder of and CEO at Elite Media, shares what separates exceptional multicultural marketing from work that merely acknowledges culture. As a 2026 ANA Multicultural and Inclusive Marketing Awards Grand Jury member, Crawford reveals what sustainable growth, real insight, and creative accountability look like in winning submissions.

A panel of experts from NBCUniversal and Telemundo discussed their plans for maximizing engagement among Hispanics during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sharing some of the data that is driving their thinking.

Representatives from AARP and partner company Interloq shared illuminating results from AARP’s annual “Mirror/Mirror” study and highlighted how AARP used these insights to develop a campaign that provided a massive lift in brand equity among women.

In this video, speakers from P&G and agency the community explored how effective inclusive marketing goes beyond representation and focuses on precision, nuance, and business growth.

In this video, hear from leading marketers and ESPN talent as they shared their perspectives on the importance of understanding and connecting with diverse audiences authentically and how it's key to driving growth.

In this video, OUTFRONT discussed the importance of harnessing the power of public space to spotlight culture, celebrate inclusivity, and move people — through sports, music, and heartfelt partnerships that uplift diverse voices.

Lenovo created a bold AI experiment where Gen Zers used AI-enabled digital avatars to say the things they couldn’t say IRL to their loved ones. In this video, explore how empathy, powered by AI and tech innovation, can rebuild trust — and why the future of AI must start with listening, empathy, and the courage to go deeper.

In this video, a panel of experts from NBCUniversal and Telemundo discussed their plans for maximizing engagement among Hispanics during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sharing some of the data that is driving their thinking.

Adtalem Global Education drives enrollment by activating the unique strengths of each of its institutions. This session explored how tailored positioning and inspiring campaigns resonate with all prospective students who have the ambition to pursue healthcare careers.

In this video, representatives from AARP and partner company Interloq shared illuminating results from AARP’s annual “Mirror/Mirror” study and highlighted how AARP used these insights to develop a campaign that provided a massive lift in brand equity among women.

Discover how Coca-Cola has evolved its marketing to reflect the full spectrum of consumers through authentic storytelling, community partnerships, and data-driven insights.

In this video, the ANA AIMM team challenged the risks of eliminating segment-specific strategies, shared new insights into consumer expectations, and provided marketers with frameworks to authentically connect with each and all consumers — resetting, relaunching, and reigniting growth.