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AAF's Most Promising Multicultural Students Named for 2024Advertising leaders help select 50 of the nation's highest achieving diverse seniors to participate in one of the industry's premier DE&I programs WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Advertising Federation (AAF) tapped leading industry professionals to select the 2024 class of Most Promising Multicultural Students. Entering its 27th year, the Most Promising program is one of the organization's premier initiatives promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the advertising industry.
The 2024 Most Promising inductees embody the spirit of the changemakers that have come before them The 50 selected students will participate in a four-day industry immersion program in New York on February 4-9, 2024. The program will include professional development and personal branding workshops, the "Building Bridges for Our Future" Awards Ceremony and Luncheon, and Recruiter's Expo. The Most Promising program gives advertising, media, communications, and tech companies the opportunity to connect with 50 top-performing and high-achieving diverse college students from across the nation. "The 2024 Most Promising inductees embody the spirit of the changemakers that have come before them," stated Candace D. Queen, AAF's VP, Mosaic Center. "With an unwavering determination and a deep-rooted desire to make a difference, they are ready to revolutionize our industry. It is imperative that we cultivate environments and pathways that empower them to shape a new frontier into an ever-evolving landscape, primed for transformation." Each year, students from historically excluded communities that are members of the AAF's 140+ college chapters apply to the program. This year's judging panel included thought leaders with a range of backgrounds and experience and from companies such as Amazon Ads, Kinesso, Ogilvy, Snap, The Trade Desk, University of Memphis, Vox Media and Whirlpool. Leading agencies and companies including IPG, FCB, Dentsu, The Trade Desk, Omnicom Group, Sony Music Group, EnergyBBDO, TikTok, RPA, Publicis Groupe and others, have been long-standing Most Promising supporters and view the program as a valuable resource in recruiting diverse, entry-level talent. "The Most Promising Multicultural Students Class of 2024 has met all criteria and vetting processes by an outstanding experienced and respected Council of Judges," said Steve Pacheco, CEO of the AAF. "Now, more than ever, the need to connect young talent to the advertising industry is a top priority for everyone. AAF is proud to champion and help develop the Next Generation of Advertising leaders." This year's powerhouse class of inductees represents 39 schools, reflecting the beautiul tapestry of our country. In alphabetical order: 2024 AAF MOST PROMISING MULTICULTURAL STUDENTS Tania Acosta Alicia Anthony Janie Arseneaux Gabriel Bori Teju Calambakkam Emily Chu Aniya Davis Alejandra De La O Wesley Dean Maya Ellis Emily Eng Anacorina Garcia Freya Garcia Krystal Huang Zaria Jackson Lauren Jenkins Didi Jin Kaitlin Kakoyiannis Aislan Lennon Jenna Lutfi Kayla Marrero Audrey Meulehe Monserrat Munoz Naomi Muuzic Christina Nguyen Lily Nguyen Haneen Nour Aya Obaid Cooper Olson Jose Paniagua-Hernandez Sydney Pearson Alexis Quan Janice Rodriguez Rolex Saint-Preux Sam Suarez Ava Swarup Hillary Thilavong Arelia Thompson Jessica To Amirah Torrence Jackie Truong Valeria Valdes Julissa Vazquez Olivia Wallace Ryan Wilson Hailey Winder Kyndal Workman Eli Wright Grace Yam Lakyah Young ABOUT AAF Established in 1905, the American Advertising Federation (AAF), acts as the "Unifying Voice for Advertising." Its membership is comprised of more than 50 corporate members made up of the nation's leading advertisers, agencies, and media companies; a national network of 150+ local clubs representing 40,000 advertising professionals; and more than 140 college chapters with 4,000 student members. The AAF operates a host of programs and initiatives, including Advertising Day on the Hill, the Advertising Hall of Fame, the Advertising Hall of Achievement, the American Advertising Awards, the National Student Advertising Competition, the Most Promising Multicultural Students Program and HBCUs for Advertising. Follow us on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn (https://aaf.org). ABOUT THE AAF MOSAIC CENTER The American Advertising Foundation's (AAF) Mosaic Center for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Advertising, is a part of the AAF's philanthropic arm and implements all of the organization's multicultural and diversity initiatives. The Mosaic Center is an established leader on multicultural marketing/advertising and inclusion issues. The Center's mission includes the development of new programs and services to recognize and develop diverse talent and promote broad and realistic portrayals of multicultural communities. Learn more about the Mosaic Center's work here.
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