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Join us for an inspiring event to mark Women’s History Month and celebrate the power of female leadership. Imagine a room where the most brilliant minds in marketing converge to reimagine what’s possible.
Hear from leading senior female marketers who have turned challenges into rocket fuel, and created groundbreaking strategies that make the industry sit up and take notice. We will hear their career journeys and tackle thought-provoking discussions around some of the critical issues in today’s marketing landscape such as representation in Advertising and Bias in AI.
AMA New York Members – FREE
Non-Members / Guests – $25.00
Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
Place: Ford Foundation, 320 E 43rd St, New York, NY 10017
Time: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Event attendees must bring IDs, no walk-ins allowed.
Moderator:
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Speakers:
Nicola Grant, Head of Brand and Advertising, Mastercard
An accomplished, curious, commercially focussed marketer Nicola has more than 20 years of experience working in various industries and regions across the world. With a strong background in telecoms and technology brands, Nicola has a proven track record in developing marketing strategies and executing impactful, award-winning marketing programs.
For the past 13 years, Nicola has held various marketing leadership roles within the Mastercard team working on the legendary Priceless program. Leading Marketing and Communications for the UK, Leading consumer marketing in the US and more recently Brand strategy, globally.
Throughout Nicola’s career, she has been passionate about building programs that support equality and inclusion, and have a real purpose with tangible impact, with a strong belief in creating marketing programs that are authentic to the brand and resonate with customers on a deeper level.
Originally from the UK, Nicola is now based on the East Coast in the US and is a proud mom of two daughters and a Bernedoodle. When not working, Nicola enjoys sailing and exploring with her family and cherishes the continuous reverse mentoring that their family offers!
Nicola serves on the Board of the Association of National Advertisers Educational Foundation, and on the Advisory Committee for STARZ #TakeTheLead, amplifying narratives by, about and for women and under-represented audiences.
Jeanniey Walden, CMO Rite Aid (NY based)
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Jie Cheng, Global Vice President & Head of Digital Commerce at Mondelēz International
Jie Cheng is the Global Vice President and Head of Digital Commerce at Mondelēz International, based in Chicago. Since joining Mondelēz during the height of the pandemic, Jie has led the transformation of the snack giant’s digital commerce practice, more than quadrupling its business to $3 billion. With a passion for consumer-centric growth and digital commercial excellence, she is responsible for driving Mondelēz’s long-term digital commerce vision across the organization worldwide.
With a 25-year career in the FMCG industry and beyond, Jie has operated across different regions and diverse cultures, holding leadership positions at blue chip companies including Philips, Danone, Campbell Soup, and Hershey. Born in Zhejiang, China, Jie studied and taught at Wuhan University before moving to the United States in 1998 to pursue her MBA at Thunderbird School of Global Management.
Courtney Brown, CMO, Kickstarter
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Marissa Solis, SVP Global Brand and Consumer Marketing, NFL
MEXICAN-BORN Marissa Solis is a magnetic and inspirational leader who turned a childhood dream of public service into a thirty-year career building iconic brands across CPG, Sports, Retail, and the Public Sector. As SVP of Global Marketing at the NFL, she is one of the League’s highest-ranking female executives and currently leads all advertising, media, in-stadium marketing, and fan development initiatives.
Her path to success was rooted in humble beginnings. Solis grew up as an immigrant in the border community of Harlingen, Texas where she learned the meaning of hard work, customer service, and resilience working at her parents’ family restaurant. The plight of daily life along the Mexican border fueled her dream to attend Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service and study international diplomacy and economics and later attend the University of Texas at Austin to receive her Masters in Public Policy.
Marissa leveraged her passion for helping others and expertise in public service to make a difference in corporate America, holding leadership roles in management consulting, marketing, and sales at Procter & Gamble, Deloitte Consulting, and Pepsico. In addition to driving game-changing growth initiatives for these leading companies, her diverse experiences have shaped her mission of bridging cultures through the power of human centric story telling. Today, she is one of the most celebrated brand leaders and people advocates.
An Emmy award-winning executive and renowned public speaker, Marissa serves on the Board of Directors of Consolidated Communications, the Clios, AIMM (Alliance for Inclusive and Multicultural Marketing); the North Texas Chapter of Make-a-Wish Foundation; and The Melville Family Foundation. She has been featured in a wide array of outlets, including Ad Age, AdWeek, NBC, The New York Times and TIME.
Marissa is a third-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and resides in Texas and New York with her husband and daughter.
BONUS: Personal branding from GXO Leadership
In an increasingly interconnected and dynamic global marketplace, the leadership paradigms are shifting. Take a moment to explore uncharted path and uncover your blind spots, especially, if you are managing an international team and want to build your global presence.
GXO Executive Leadership Mastery: Presence, Influence, and Persuasion is designed to elevate present and emerging leaders by enhancing their leadership skills. Participants will explore proven strategies to cultivate an impactful presence in the workplace. Key topics include understanding the levers of both formal and informal power, building diverse networks, and effectively communicating vision and strategy. This program provides the necessary tools to develop executive presence into meaningful influence. By the end of the program, participants will be equipped to drive internal and external change effectively in their capacity as leaders.
Speakers:
Journey as the Apex of Global Leadership:
In the bustling lanes of Prayagraj, India, a young Shruti Tiwari dreamed of a world beyond the traditional confines of her surroundings. Her journey from these modest beginnings to the boardrooms of New York’s corporate elite is not just a story of rising to the top—it’s a narrative of breaking barriers and redefining the landscape of global leadership.
Recognition and Thought Leadership:
Shruti’s innovative approaches have catapulted business growth and earned her prestigious accolades, such as the Adweek 2024 Media All-Star Award. Her insights resonate across the industry, making her a sought-after speaker at leading forums like Adweek and SXSW, where she shares her vision for the future of advertising and corporate leadership.
Transformative Leadership at Ogilvy:
With over two decades of seasoned experience in digital media and advertising, Shruti’s transformative tenure as the Managing Director and Head of Content & Media Strategy at Ogilvy North America stands as a testament to her pioneering spirit. Throughout her career, Shruti has led groundbreaking campaigns for industry giants such as Patrón, Vail Resorts, Pernod Ricard, Verizon, Instagram, and Formula 1.
Under her stewardship, a small team burgeoned into a powerhouse of over 100 professionals across North America, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. This growth was propelled by Shruti’s unique ability to foster a 100% retention rate, underscoring the positive, inclusive culture she cultivated—an environment where ideas flourish and innovation is the status quo. You can email her at [email protected].
Recognition and Thought Leadership:
Shruti’s innovative approaches have catapulted business growth and earned her prestigious accolades, such as the Adweek 2024 Media All-Star Award. Her insights resonate across the industry, making her a sought-after speaker at leading forums like Adweek and SXSW, where she shares her vision for the future of advertising and corporate leadership.
Founding GXO: A Manifesto for Change:
Observing the stark lack of diversity in executive roles, not just among women but across all identity spectrums, Shruti founded Global Executive Officers (GXO), a bold initiative to champion diversity and inclusion in leadership. GXO is her manifesto for change—a platform to dismantle the traditional barriers of corporate leadership and to advocate for a borderless, inclusive approach that nurtures talent from diverse backgrounds.
A Mentor and Advocate for Future Leaders:
Shruti’s story is also one of mentorship and advocacy. She believes in the power of resilience and transformation, values she imparts to the next generation of leaders under her mentorship. Her philosophy is simple yet powerful: find the white space, turn challenges into opportunities, and always make room at the table for everyone.
A Leader’s Legacy:
Shruti Tiwari’s narrative is more than just a success story; it’s a beacon for aspiring leaders worldwide. It reminds us that with vision, grit, and a heart for inclusivity, one can indeed make a significant impact. Her relentless drive, contagious passion, and visionary leadership continue to inspire excellence, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the ever-evolving digital media landscape.
Transformative Thought Leader in Marketing:
Dr. Rajita is an award-winning author, speaker, and entrepreneur known for her transformative work in marketing, branding, and advertising. With bestselling books like Win Right and Thorns to Competition, she stands as a respected thought leader in the industry. Rajita’s dynamic career spans over three decades, during which she has influenced the educational and business landscape through her expertise in entrepreneurship, public speaking, and market research.
Innovative Educator and Course Developer:
As the former Dean of IIPM and Founder of The Pop Art Co., Rajita has pioneered innovative courses and teaching methods that have empowered countless students and professionals. Her energetic and impactful sessions are highly anticipated and always fully booked. She has developed courses like You are a Rockstar and Management Through Movies, which have become favorites among students. Her innovative teaching methods, such as outdoor negotiation classes and team-building workshops, have consistently earned her the Best Faculty award for over a decade.
Acclaimed Author and Columnist:
Rajita’s publications, including Bollywood Power Brands and Orangutan as Your Brand Ambassador, have been widely appreciated. Her columns in magazines like Bangladesh Brand Forum and 4P’s Business & Marketing have garnered a vast readership. She boasts a following of over 1 million across social media platforms, reflecting her influence and reach.
Recognized Global Contributor:
Her contributions have earned her numerous accolades, such as the ‘Woman Achiever’ award by YEP Trust and ‘The Shakti Award 2024’ by BCGN. Rajita has been recognized globally, featured in The Guardian UK’s ‘Women in Leadership’ section, and invited to speak at prestigious forums like TEDx Nepal and World Brand Congress Mumbai.
Advocate for Social Entrepreneurship:
Beyond academia, Rajita’s commitment to social entrepreneurship is evident through her role as Vice President of the Great Indian Dream Foundation and her efforts in launching a sports academy for women. She also expresses her creativity through art, with exhibitions at notable galleries like Visual Art Gallery at IHC.
Ongoing Inspiration and Innovation:
Dr. Rajita continues to inspire and innovate, driving change and excellence in every endeavor she undertakes.
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