The Power of Telling a Different Story | Conversation

About this Session
Women’s representation in dominant narratives shapes perceptions about what they can or cannot do. How can we promote cultural narratives that support an entrepreneurial spirit at every step of a woman’s life? Who are the people challenging prevailing norms, defining new values, and changing the story? How does representation affect a woman’s ability to realize her full potential? And how can we embrace diversity in all its forms?
About Erica Lovett
Thought leader, strategist and community builder, Erica Lovett creates sustainable change around diversity, equity and inclusion within the workplace and throughout the brand experience. Lovett supports the development of individuals and brands, working with talent from early career to senior executives to strengthen employee experience, company culture and brand reputation.
Lovett is currently the North America Head of Diversity and Inclusion at Cartier. She is the first diversity and inclusion leader to join the company and is responsible for all aspects of DE&I.
Lovett has been recognized by the National Diversity Council as one of the 2020 Top 50 leaders in Entertainment and The Root 100’s Most Influential African Americans in 2020.
About Yara Shahidi
Yara Shahidi is an award-winning actress, producer, change agent, and breakout star of ABC’s Emmy-and Golden Globe-nominated series black-ish. Shahidi is the executive producer and lead of its Freeform spinoff series, grown-ish, playing character Zoey Johnson. Off-screen, Yara is a full-time student at Harvard University where she is earning a B.A. in Social Studies and African American studies. She is a champion for inclusive media programming and an advocate for equity. In 2019, Shahidi expanded her relationship with ABC by signing a multi-year producing deal with business partner and mother, Keri Shahidi, under the moniker: 7th Sun Productions. Next up, Shahidi will take on Tinker Bell in Disney’s live-action Peter Pan & Wendy.