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Scott Hess - Chief Marketing Officer - Publicis Media Mar 08, 2026

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Scott Hess is a prominent executive in the advertising and media industry, currently serving as Chief Marketing Officer at Publicis Media (a division of Publicis Groupe), based in Chicago.He is a dynamic leader focused on branding, culture-building, human intelligence, and storytelling for people and brands. Hess has held key roles within the Publicis ecosystem, including CMO at Spark Foundry (a Publicis Media agency), EVP of Communications and Marketing at Publicis Media, and positions like Chief Work Officer and acting/interim CMO at Starcom. His background includes pioneering youth research as VP of Insights at TRU before transitioning to media agencies.Known as an expert on generational trends (especially Millennials and Gen Z/"Post Generation"), he is a frequent speaker, writer, and thought leader on topics like humanity in marketing, workplace joy, mentorship, and cultural cohesion across Publicis Media's network (including agencies like Starcom, Zenith, and Spark Foundry).Hess is also a poet, guitarist, and Miami University alum (B.A. in English/Creative Writing). He's been recognized as an Adweek Media All-Star and emphasizes mentorship and opportunity creation in advertising.

Alex "Fro" Frommeyer - CEO - Stacked Health Mar 07, 2026

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Alex "Fro" Frommeyer is an American entrepreneur and executive best known as the co-founder and former CEO of Beam Benefits (originally launched as Beam Dental/Beam Technologies). He started the company in 2012 with a background in engineering (educated at the University of Louisville), initially focusing on innovative dental insurance tied to smart toothbrush technology and rewards for healthy habits (like the Beam Perks program).Under his leadership, Beam evolved into a digitally native employee benefits provider, expanding to offer dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental health coverage. It modernized the ancillary benefits industry with an online platform, AI-powered tools, and incentives for wellness. The company raised significant funding (over $160–170 million reported in various rounds), grew to operate in dozens of U.S. states, and became a notable InsurTech player.He's been recognized on lists like Forbes 30 Under 30 (Manufacturing & Industry in 2015) and has appeared on podcasts and in media discussing disruption in insurance, startup culture, and building in Ohio (where Beam is based in Columbus).More recently, as of 2026 profiles, he's listed as the Founder and CEO of Stack Health, described as an operating system for personalized health plans to accelerate individualized coverage.He's commonly referred to as "Fro" in professional contexts and on social media (@AlexFrommeyer on X).

⁠David Angelo⁠ - Founder & Creative Chairman - ⁠David&Goliath⁠ Mar 04, 2026

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David Angelo is the Founder & Creative Chairman of David&Goliath, a Los Angeles-based advertising agency known for its challenger mindset and “Brave” philosophy. With a career spanning over three decades, Angelo has built award-winning work for major brands including KIA Motors, The Coca-Cola Company, Lexus, Michelin, Reebok and the National Football League (NFL), and has earned more than 500 industry honors, such as Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, The One Show Pencils and The Clios. He’s an American Advertising Federation Hall of Achievement inductee and a respected voice in creative leadership. In 2016, Angelo also founded Today, I'm Brave, a global nonprofit focused on empowering youth through courage and purpose.

Francesca Kennedy - Head of PR and Corp Social Responsibility - Shop LC Mar 04, 2026

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Francesca Kennedy is a social entrepreneur, brand leader, and former fashion founder known for building purpose-driven businesses that blend design with social impact. She is the founder of Ix Style, a fashion and lifestyle brand that works with artisan makers in Guatemala to produce handmade goods while helping provide clean drinking water and economic opportunities for local communities — a mission inspired by her personal experiences growing up between the U.S. and Guatemala. Kennedy’s work with Ix Style has led to partnerships with major retailers and media exposure, including an appearance on Project Runway: Fashion Startup. More recently, she has led public relations and corporate social responsibility initiatives at retail network Shop LC, helping amplify impact programs such as Your Purchase Feeds, which has delivered millions of meals to children in need.

Falk Eumann - Executive Vice President of Creative, NA - WongDoody Mar 03, 2026

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Falk Eumann is the Executive Vice President of Creative, North America at WongDoody (a global creative technology agency and Infosys company), based in New York City. An Executive Creative Director with over 15 years of international experience in digital, he blends technology, design, human-centered storytelling, and innovation to bring brands to life—focusing on purpose-driven work, next-gen tech (including AI & creativity), and immersive experiences.He joined WongDoody in 2025 as Executive Creative Director, North America, after roles like Creative Director at Monks (leading campaigns such as Dragonfly) and Founding Partner/Executive Creative Director at Caviar. Fluent in English and German, he's passionate about pushing creative boundaries, has spoken on AI in creativity (e.g., WongDoody's Creative AI initiatives), and is active in pitching ideas for events like SXSW 2026.

⁠Crystal Foote⁠ - Founder & CEO - ⁠Digital Culture Group, LLC⁠ Group (DCG) Mar 03, 2026

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Crystal Foote is the Founder & CEO (also Head of Partnerships) of Digital Culture Group (DCG), an award-winning, Atlanta-based ad tech company she launched in 2023 as the industry's only Black- and woman-owned firm in the space. DCG bridges data and humanity through innovative audience targeting (e.g., her Audience Resonance Index™ or ARI), real-time cultural insights, and inclusive advertising—helping brands connect authentically with multicultural audiences beyond basic demographics.A trailblazing advertising executive and entrepreneur, she started her career in New York at agencies like MEC, RGA, and Publicis, then moved into tech at Exponential and Amobee before founding DCG with just $300. She's grown it rapidly (e.g., adding Fortune 500 clients like Jeep and McDonald's, 47% YoY growth), earned spots on Inc. Magazine's 2025 Female Founders 500 list and Ad Age's Leading Women 2025, and is a USBC Power 50 honoree.

⁠Dan Fernandez⁠ - VP of Digital Marketing and Strategy - ⁠Concord Hospitality Enterprises⁠ Mar 03, 2026

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Dan Fernandez is the Vice President of Digital Marketing and Strategy at Concord Hospitality Enterprises, a leading U.S. hotel management and development company.He's a recognized leader in digital marketing, branding, and hospitality strategy with over 15 years of experience in luxury and lifestyle segments. He has led high-performing teams at top agencies and shaped digital strategies for iconic properties like Hotel del Coronado, The Broadmoor, The Breakers Palm Beach, Rosewood Hotel Group, The Standard Hotels, and Montage International.Dan champions innovation, fosters passionate talent, and serves on marketing advisory boards for HSMAI, Hilton, and Marriott International. In 2025, he was honored as one of HSMAI's Top 25 Extraordinary Minds for pushing boundaries in digital engagement and hospitality marketing.He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and Marketing from Florida Atlantic University.

⁠Tara Oporto⁠ - Founder & CEO ⁠Enchantra, Inc.⁠ Mar 02, 2026

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Tara Oporto (also known as Tara Oporto) is the Founder & CEO of Enchantra, Inc., a New York City-based modern brand house (C-Corp) focused on creating innovative lifestyle and wellness brands.A longtime marketing leader and mom of five, she founded Temperates (temperates.com) in 2025—an intentional non-alcoholic beverage brand and lifestyle platform exploring the "new culture of drinking less." Temperates examines how alcohol marketing, identity, habits, and biology influence consumption, while promoting clarity, connection, and wellness without labels or pressure. It's positioned for the sober-curious movement, with insights on Gen Z prioritizing recovery, performance, and meaningful social rituals over traditional drinking.Her expertise spans growth strategy, media partnerships (e.g., past advisor at Premiere Direct Response), and rethinking health/culture intersections.

⁠James Nord⁠ - Founder & CEO - ⁠Fohr⁠ Feb 26, 2026

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James Nord is the Founder & CEO of Fohr (fohr.co), the first influencer/ambassador marketing agency and platform in the U.S., launched in 2012 in New York City. A true pioneer in the creator economy, he transitioned from Wall Street finance to fashion photography (shooting behind-the-scenes for Oscar de la Renta and Thom Browne, Inc.) after gaining massive fame as one of Tumblr's most-followed creators. Frustrated by the lack of structured ways for creators to connect with brands, he built Fohr to bridge that gap—focusing on authentic partnerships, genuine passion over vanity metrics, and programs like SEPHORA Squad (with the motto: “don’t spend good money on fake love”). He's paid out over $150 million to influencers, created category-defining tech, and grown Fohr into a full-service agency emphasizing people-first culture.

Evin Shutt - Global CEO - 72andSunny Feb 25, 2026

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Evin Shutt is a visionary leader in the advertising industry, serving as Global CEO and Partner at 72andSunny, a globally acclaimed creative agency (part of MDC Partners/Stagwell) known for cultural impact campaigns (e.g., redefining music distribution with Samsung/Jay-Z, elevating the NFL as the most valuable pro sports league, United Airlines' "biggest and best" seat innovations, Tinder as entertainment, Bugaboo as premium baby brand).She joined as the agency's first employee in 2004 (during its recession launch) and became its first female partner before ascending to Global CEO in March 2020. Under her 20+ year tenure, 72andSunny grew from 4-5 people to 700+ employees across offices in Los Angeles, New York, Amsterdam, Sydney, and beyond. She's architected innovative ventures like 72U (talent incubator), Hecho Studios (production), Brand Citizens (purpose consultancy), and Sundae (performance influencer marketing), while championing diversity, expanding the creative class, and fostering partnerships (e.g., Da Vinci Schools).Before advertising, Evin was a middle school teacher. She holds an M.Ed. from Loyola Marymount University (2004) and has been recognized with honors like the Advertising Hall of Achievement (AAF, 2018), Adweek 50 (multiple years), and as a finalist in LA Times Business Visionaries: Inspirational Women. She's a frequent speaker (Cannes Lions, Brand Innovators podcasts) on resilience, pivoting careers, work-life "pendulum" balance, diverse perspectives, and people-first leadership.Based in the Los Angeles area (originally from Neenah, Wisconsin), she's active on LinkedIn (@evin-shutt-5250a39) sharing insights on creativity, agency growth, and impact.

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