The IAB UK Podcast

Supporting Black women in the ad industry: are you taking action?

In this episode we delve into the experiences and challenges faced by Black women in the advertising and marketing industry. Lollipop Mentoring CIC is a groundbreaking mentorship programme dedicated to supporting Black women by providing guidance and invaluable networking opportunities with senior leaders from all races. Did you know that, on average, Black women earn £20,000 less than their white male counterparts in similar roles? Its founder, Maria McDowell, will be joined by Rachel Wilkinson, a respected senior department manager. Together, they share their first-hand experiences as accomplished senior Black/Black mixed-race women, offering candid insights and opinions on fostering inclusive environments for individuals and organisations alike. Get ready for eye-opening discussions that will hopefully inspire change and empower all. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

IAB UK is the industry body for digital advertising, committed to building a sustainable future for digital advertising. We do this by bringing the industry together through our 1,200 members - including media owners, agencies, ad tech and brands - to tackle and address the big issues, celebrate digital and help businesses prepare for the future. Hosted by CMO, James Chandler, The IAB UK Podcast is released weekly and features interviews with guests, the latest trends and insightful thought leadership. Find out more about the IAB at <a href="http://iabuk.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">iabuk.com</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.