In 2024 We Become OneVoice! Join, Unify, Grow Together
Launched in October at the annual D-E-I-B Leadership Gathering in New York, the OneVoice! initiative stands as a beacon of unity and progress across the marketing, advertising, media and entertainment ecosystem. The media, advertising , marketing and entertainment community, diverse in talent and rich in potential, is rallying under the OneVoice! banner to champion our diverse talent and shine a light on the heroes shaping our industry. Join us on April 11.
Elevating Talent, Fostering Growth
At the heart of our industry is talent, increasingly represented by a younger, more diverse generation. OneVoice! is our collective commitment to recruit, develop and retain this talent. It encompasses collective investment talent outreach to diverse communities, free professional development and career advancement resources, free on-demand education, college loan relief, mental health support, psychological safety programs. Through your financial support, the OneVoice! Initiative underwrites at free thought leadership self-publishing at MediaVillage.org, free resume submission portal for job seekers and recruiters; free media and advertising content search and recommendation at www.MeetingPrep.ai; free career support resources; free market intelligence and business connections from The Myers Report. This initiative isn't just a campaign; it's a movement, inviting every company, organization, and leader to amplify their commitment to growth. Unify and participate on April 11.
Advancing Diversity Hall of Honors: A Night to Remember
A pivotal moment in this journey is the Advancing Diversity Hall of Honors Induction Experience, scheduled for April 11, from 6-9 pm at Hall des Lumiéres in New York City. This 7th annual event is more than a celebration; it's a vital demonstration of support across the industry, from every company, every leader who believes in and is committed to business growth through community.
This gala isn't just about accolades for the fourteen companies and organizations, represented by 16 trailblazing leaders who will be honored. It's a commitment to the future of our industry. Through partnership, together we fund crucial DEIB initiatives. Partners to date include the Association of National Advertisers (ANA), American Association of Advertising Agencies (4A's), AMC Networks, IPG Mediabrands, dentsu, Reckitt, Disney Advertising, Warner Bros. Discovery, NBCU, FOX Entertainment, META, Google, Netflix, NPR, DPAA, Talon, and VML Advertising. JOIN TOGETHER FOR GROWTH.
A Call to Action: Be the Change
The OneVoice! initiative is a testament to the power of collective action. By supporting our talent, you're investing in the health and growth of our industry. Through social media advocacy and becoming an AdvancingDiversity.org partner, your involvement and leadership will be noticed and valued by your teams.
Join us in this crucial community-wide endeavor. Together, we can build an inclusive, thriving community where talent flourishes and diversity is celebrated. See you on April 11th, as we take a significant step towards a more diverse and inclusive future. For partnership details, visit AdvancingDiversity.org.
Jack Myers
Media Ecologist, Founder: MediaVillage and Advancing Diversity Hall of Honors Jack Myers is a media ecologist and founder of MediaVillage, the media and advertising community’s leading resource for market intelligence, education, business connection…
