
DEI Backlash?
On October 18, the Cultural Effectiveness Council examined how the diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) environment may have changed after a period of reinvigorated commitment in the wake of widespread protests following the George Floyd case. Experts discussed the current state of DEI in media, marketing, and advertising and how to navigate it, as well as examples of inclusive advertising that have both boosted brand sales and experienced backlash.
Featured Speakers

Carla EboliEVP, Multicultural Market, D, E&I Lead
Energy BBDO
Energy BBDO

Jane EtheridgeStrategy Director
Hunter Design
Hunter Design

Koen PauwelsDistinguished Professor of Marketing at D’Amore-McKim School of Business
Northeastern University
Northeastern University

Janelle JamesCo-Chair, ARF Cultural Effectiveness Council
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