CULTURECON NYC CONFIRMS TEYANA TAYLOR, JHARREL JEROME, MARSAI MARTIN, TINASHE, AND TAMIKA D. MALLORY TO TAKE CENTER STAGE ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 AND SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8

CULTURECON NYC CONFIRMS TEYANA TAYLOR, JHARREL JEROME, MARSAI MARTIN, TINASHE, AND TAMIKA D. MALLORY TO TAKE CENTER STAGE ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 AND SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8

The Biggest Gathering For Diverse Creatives will also feature Kollin Carter, Imani Ellis, De’Arra Taylor, Jayda Cheaves, Terrell Grice, Aaliyah Jay, Deandre Brown AKA The Corporate Baddie, Shan Boodram, Jessich Rich, Candiace Dillard Bassett, Jana Fleishman, Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche, Miabelle, Faith Jenkins, Scottie Beam, Sylvia Obell, Karen Blanchard, Kéla Walker, Gelila Bekele, Eni Popoola, Tracy G, Cam Kirk, Blake Newby, Luke Lawal Jr., Quiana Parks, DJ 9AM, Jash Jay, Preston Mitchum, Bobby Carter, Destiny Mabry and J.C. Carter And More

CultureCon New York returns with its biggest conference yet on Saturday, October 7 and Sunday, October 8 at the Duggal Greenhouse in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Hosted by Deandre Brown AKA The Corporate Baddie and Hot 97’s Miabelle, CultureCon continues its mission to empower thousands of diverse creatives, young professionals and disruptors. CultureCon is presented by Max. Major partners include Max, American Express, SheaMoisture, Prime Video and Freevee, Clinique, Google, CÎROC, Bulleit, Seedlip, Patreon, Paramount, Kickstarter, NBCUniversal, Spotify, Walmart, Tubi, Adidas, Ben & Jerry’s, Coca-Cola, Smart Water, LTK, Visible, Dotdash Meredith, Foot Locker, TikTok, Getty Images, Nielsen, #CultureTags, Raedio, NPR, When We All Vote, Tillary, and Brooklyn Navy Yard. For tickets, visit: https://www.culturecon.theccnyc.com/.

Built by The Creative Collective NYC, the CultureCon is dedicated to creating access for diverse creatives and will be jam-packed with skill-building workshops, can’t miss activations, and endless networking opportunities. Leading up to the conference, guests can sign up for the chance to attend CultureCon Week — an offering of exclusive events and experiences leading up to the big weekend. This year will introduce the first-ever Creative Career Job Fair, where attendees can meet with recruiters and learn about career opportunities in real time. Max, Walmart, Shea Moisture, Clinique, NBCUniversal, Google, and Kickstarter are all confirmed to participate. The two-day event will end with the first-ever Creative Block Party hosted by American Express.

As part of their dedication to creative collaboration, CultureCon has partnered with Foot Locker for a limited edition capsule collection entitled “Big Things Start Small.” The collection pays homage to CultureCon’s humble origin story as it evolved into a global community dedicated to fostering a community of diverse creatives. Featuring the mantras “Nothing Moves Without Us” and “We Are Culture,” the message of this capsule champions the monumental impact of Black and Brown creatives on culture.

See below for a preview of what to expect:

Conversations and Activations You Can’t-Miss:

Max and Scene In Black return to CultureCon NYC as presenting partner, hosting the VIP and talent lounges along with photo moments at the conference, in addition to bringing an exciting conversation to the CultureCon stage. Max shares an unwavering support of CultureCon and shines a spotlight on creatives of color, supporting thousands of Black and Brown creatives in attendance by providing access to engaging conversations, networking, and creative inspiration.

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American Express is coming to CultureCon NYC for the first time this year. Resy and American Express will present the Resy Dining Hall, featuring bites from a dynamic range of tri-state area chefs. The American Express Shop Small® Marketplace will offer attendees the opportunity to explore and shop at minority-owned businesses. The company will also sponsor an exciting and informative panel offering tips for Black creatives looking to navigate personal and professional spaces. To close the conference on Sunday, October 8, American Express will host the official CultureCon Block Party, a final opportunity for attendees to continue to build a community with each other.

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SheaMoisture is thrilled to announce the Creators Circle at the SheaMoisture Networking Lounge. The Creators Circle, a dynamic hub for visionaries and artists alike, embodies SheaMoisture’s commitment to fostering a community where diverse voices shine. This space is designed to inspire and support content creators, influencers, and artists as they embark on their creative journeys. Key features of the Creators Circle include a portrait studio with esteemed photographer, Kreshonna Keane. Step into world visual storytelling as her masterful lens captures the essence of each subject, creating stunning portraits that tell a unique story.

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Culture Rated is a Prime Video initiative that champions Black creatives, perspectives, and community, amplifying the voices and entertainment that speak authentically to the Black experience.

We will kick off the week with “We C You,” a celebration of changemakers who move the culture forward at the Boom Boom Room at the top of The Standard Hotel.

At CultureCon, we are spotlighting some of our upcoming movies: The Burial (Prime Video release date October 13), starring Jamie Foxx and Jurnee Smollett; Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story (Prime Video release date November 17) directed by our Culture Stage panelists Gelila Bekele and Armani Ortiz; and Candy Cane Lane (Prime Video release date December 1) starring Eddie Murphy and Tracee Ellis Ross. Director Reginald Hudlin will share an exclusive sneak peek via a special recorded intro.

Stop by the Culture Rated Activation Alley experience that will pay homage to Black entertainment, and feature a collaborative merch giveaway with Brooklyn-based BLK MKT Vintage. Amazon Freevee will be hosting a free coffee bar, powered by Brooklyn-based CUP (Coffee Uplifts People). Each afternoon participants will be able to give someone their flowers with floral arrangements by Jasmine Baum from Kinda Formal.

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Clinique is proud to be the exclusive beauty partner of CultureCon NYC — beauty’s ultimate homecoming. The brand will be present onsite to provide award-winning skincare and trending makeup products for every glow-getter and skincare superstar. Clinique will also curate a unique, one-of-a-kind beauty journey for talent to keep them glowing and camera ready throughout the jam-packed schedule of activities.

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Google is grateful to serve creators and creatives of color through activating at CultureCon. This year, Google Ads and multiple creators will take the Culture Stage to discuss topics critical to creator growth such as discovery, engagement, and monetization. On the Creator Stage, Grow with Google will teach entrepreneurs, creators, and small business owners how to keep their data on lock with cybersecurity tips and best practices.

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Join CÎROC Ultra-Premium Vodka at ‘Golden Hour’ from 3PM-6PM on both days where ticket holders will have the chance to enjoy signature sips from CÎROC and its Diageo family brands Bulleit Frontier Whiskey and Seedlip Non-Alcoholic Spirits. Win branded giveaways and celebrate with industry creatives, young professionals and more as we raise a glass to an impactful weekend and celebrate the community you’ve been looking for.

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Patreon is thrilled to support the vibrant community of creators and influencers of color, celebrating their impact on culture through our partnership with CultureCon. Patreon will take the Creator Stage with an engaging workshop, presented by Pull Up — an incubator and creative community dedicated to connecting and amplifying creators of color. This session will delve deep into strategies for creators to connect with their fans, strengthen their communities, and establish sustainable businesses. Featuring the renowned financial educator and bestselling author, The Budgetnista, this workshop promises to empower creators with invaluable insights for their journey to success.

Patreon is proud to be the home of hundreds of thousands of video creators, podcasters, writers, gamers, musicians, and more, all achieving creative and financial freedom while passionately pursuing their craft.

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Content For Change, Paramount Global’s initiative to create an inclusive multicultural environment in the entertainment sector, hosts a conversation moderated by ESSENCE Entertainment Editor Rivea Ruff, on the importance of cultural representation in production and the variety of roles contributing to the evolution of the industry. Join thought leaders across our Paramount+ and SHOWTIME® programming for a dynamic panel discussion on how they are helping to provide a blueprint for people of color on how to break into the industry and why their cultural contributions behind the lens are imperative to the future of story-telling.

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Kickstarter, the crowdfunding platform that creators like Spike Lee, Issa Rae, and Matthew Cherry have used to fund their creative ideas, is making its CultureCon debut. In Activation Alley, the brand will have a dedicated space that will act as an inspiration hub where creatives can find the inspo and resources they need to bring their ideas to life. With real-life stories of Kickstarter creators adorning the space, guests will get a glance at the visionary Black creatives that have used Kickstarter as a springboard. They’ll also get to try a fun personality quiz to discover their unique creative personas and get a chance to picture themselves (literally) living out their big dreams. They’ll walk away with a guide for how to turn their big idea into the next big thing. Kickstarter will also host a panel focused on the synergy between community and creativity and for those eyeing opportunities with Kickstarter, join them at the job fair to learn more!

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NBCUniversal is set to captivate CultureCon attendees with an exciting line-up including a must-see conversation with Bravo and Oxygen on screen talent, and a company-branded booth at the first-ever Creative Career Job Fair. Starting Saturday, Oct.7, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with NBCU recruiters and explore exciting new opportunities at the company. On Sunday, Oct. 8, join HuffPost Black Voices Editor Taryn Finley on the Culture Stage for a conversation with Candiace Dillard Bassett (Bravo’s “Real Housewives of Potomac’’), Faith Jenkins (Oxygen’s “Killer Relationships with Faith Jenkins”) and Preston Mitchum (Bravo’s “Summer House: Martha’s Vineyard”). In a panel titled “Follow Your Gut: Navigating Your Big Break,” the trio will provide guidance on how to navigate your career beyond the first taste of success.

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Spotify, the world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service, is showing up big at CultureCon New York. From an interactive Real Talk audio booth at Activation Alley to the first-ever live Talk That Talk podcast pitch contest co-hosted by Lovers & Friends podcast host Shan Boodram, Spotify is curating homegrown experiences to discover the next wave of audio creators and amplify the voices of those already in the game. Spotify will award the Talk That Talk winner with the production of one pilot episode at its Brooklyn, New York podcast studio.

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Walmart is thrilled to present an engaging, multifaceted panel discussion, “Supercharging Potential: How Walmart is Championing Diversity and Creativity”. Learn more about how the largest retailer is building and strengthening partnerships with diverse creators, artists and entrepreneurs.

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COCA-COLA® and Smart Water will serve as official beverage partners of CultureCon NYC, inviting guests to taste the feeling, with a dedicated activation featuring COCA-COLA® & SmartWater products.

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LTK is the global technology platform that pioneered an industry — changing the way people shop and paving a path for today’s creators to build and grow sustainable businesses doing what they love. LTK powers Creator Commerce™, connecting creators, brands and shoppers with a world-class shopping platform and tools that makes creator content instantly shoppable across platforms. Today, LTK is the leading creator-guided shopping platform with nearly 30M monthly shoppers and 7,000 retailers integrated into the platform. LTK Creators drive more than $4B in annual retail sales, and more than $2B has been invested in LTK Creators by brands.

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Experience CultureCon NYC like never before through the CultureCon phone, powered by Visible Wireless. This innovative phone is designed to capture the collective essence of CultureCon, providing a unique perspective from CultureCon talented attendees and guests. Visible, the groundbreaking all-digital wireless service, offers unlimited data, messaging, minutes, and hotspot, all with 5G, powered by Verizon. Recognized for its mission to reimagine wireless service, Visible has earned accolades such as a spot on Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies list and the title of ‘Best Telecom Brand’ in Adweek’s Challenger Brand Awards.

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Grab a friend and head over to ‘The Newsstand’ — where culture and creativity collide to empower the storytellers of the future! Presented by dotdashmeredith, this is the place to relax and recharge.

Stop by their booth in Activation Alley to learn more about how they’re shaking up the industry and make memories with America’s Largest Publisher.

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adidas S.E.E.D. (School for Experiential Education in Design) is a non-traditional higher education model for women of color interested in developing the skills necessary to make a meaningful career in footwear design. The program is 2 years in duration where students are paid an hourly wage with benefits as they develop the design and leadership skills necessary to enter the sneaker industry as an entry level footwear designer. Students learn about design through working on products that go to market with the teams responsible for making this happen. Our open-source instruction model means students are learning and receiving mentorship from some of the industry’s greatest talent from inside and outside of the adidas brand. Applications will open for Generation 5 of S.E.E.D. in February 2024. To learn more and to take our free online curriculum, visit www.community.adidas.com.

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Foot Locker is excited to return to CultureCon and debut the exclusive CultureCon merch capsule collection. The CultureCon x LCKR by Foot Locker collaboration features several style-driven athleisure pieces, including T-shirts, hoodies and sweatpants. Throughout the range, CultureCon uses its mantras “Nothing Moves Without Us” and “We Are Culture,” a nod to the profound impact Black and brown creatives have had on culture.

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Getty Images is bringing an exclusive photo gallery to CultureCon, honoring the valuable history and legacy of HBCUs and Black culture. Through Getty Images’ Black History and Culture Collection and Photo Archive Grants Program for HBCUs, these images showcase the power of preserving visual history, bringing awareness to untold stories and their historical impact with generations to come. Additionally, as an Official Photography Partner of CultureCon, Getty Images will be capturing high‑quality imagery throughout the two-day event — including the conference’s talent and creators, as well as all workshops, activations and panels, all to be distributed exclusively through gettyimages.com.

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#CultureTags®, the innovative card game that captures the essence of culture through acronyms and abbreviations, is partnering with CultureCon for an exclusive expansion pack that explores the convergence of culture and corporate communication. The “Per My Last Email” (PMLE) collaborative expansion pack dives into the intricacies of the modern corporate comms, from emails to Zoom meetings and more, and is set to be unveiled at CultureCon NYC. Attendees can expect to experience these witty, relatable, and hilarious insights into mastering the art of corporate communications onsite at CultureCon.

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Raedio is excited to bring The Scottie & Sylvia Show with special guest, Dr. Joy Harden Bradford to CultureCon to dive into an intimate discussion about the transformative power of vulnerability in sisterhood to offer a new blueprint for love, liberation and healing in community.

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When We All Vote will be registering attendees to vote ahead of the upcoming elections. When We All Vote is a leading national, nonpartisan initiative on a mission to change the culture around voting and to increase participation in each and every election by helping to close the race and age gap. Created by Michelle Obama, When We All Vote brings together individuals, institutions, brands, and organizations to register new voters across the country and advance civic education for the entire family and voters of every age to build an informed and engaged electorate for today and generations to come. We empower our supporters and volunteers to take action through voting, advocating for their rights, and holding their elected officials accountable.When We All Vote is an initiative of Civic Nation, a 501(c)(3) organization, and works with Civic Nation Action, a 501(c)(4). Learn more here.

For more information and to register for tickets, visit www.theccnyc.com/culturecon. Join the conversation via social @TheCCNYC and @CultureCon.

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ABOUT CULTURECON

CultureCon™ is a conference created by The Creative Collective NYC (TheCCNYC) and celebrates culture, community and diverse creatives, entrepreneurs and young creatives. CultureCon is the ultimate creative homecoming, highlighting conversations that range from building a business to building a life. Forbes says “CultureCon is a conference every creative person should attend.” Past CultureCon™ speakers include Tracee Ellis Ross, Will Smith, Spike Lee, John Legend, Regina King, Lena Waithe, Coleman Domingo, Sanaa Lathan, Keke Palmer, and more. CultureCon is the first of its kind ideas conference that caters to all aspects of creative and young professional life.

ABOUT Max®

Max®, which launched May 23, 2023, is an enhanced streaming platform from Warner Bros. Discovery, delivering unparalleled quality content for everyone in the household. With a personalized user experience that brings unique and unexpected stories ranging from the best of unscripted to the highest quality in scripted programming, Max is the destination for HBO Originals, Warner Bros. films, Max Originals, the DC universe, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, an expansive offering of kids and family content, and best-in-class programing across food, home, reality, lifestyle, and documentaries from leading brands like HGTV, Food Network, Adult Swim, Cartoon Network, Discovery Channel, TLC, ID and more, all in one place.