CEO of Essence Caroline Wanga Drops Career Gems & Talks Essence Fest 2022

In celebration of Black Music Month, the CEO of Essence, Caroline Wanga stopped by HOT 97 to prep listeners for the first in-person Essence Festival since the Covid-19 pandemic!
In this conversation, Wanga opened up about her career journey and what led to her becoming one of the most important women in corporate America. This years Essence Festival takes place between June 30th - July 3rd in New Orleans with performances by Kevin Hart, Nicki Minaj, Janet Jackson & more!
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[@puseletsotsilo]

I just got offered a job at a magazine as a CEO. It's amazing how I was I had followed this woman a month before that

[@gabrielleballard9504]

I just love her! I could listen to her talk for hours!

[@DingleDingleBells]

Me too. Spent the whole day listening to different videos of her since her video on LinkedIn was suggested on my page. It feels like I know her!

[@beautifullymade_shaz579]

Same!!!! Her authenticity and confidence is contagious. She is a solid example of perseverance. I’m here for it and look forward to learning more about her as she has inspired me greatly.❤

[@A60PlusBlackLibrarian_Ed.D]

So proud of you #CarolineWanga!!!😘😘🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@paulinemisiak]

Living in your purpose and not worrying what people think definitely resonates with me❣️ Caroline Wanga you make us proud. Thanks for affirming what's already in us.

[@syckindahead]

Many gems dropped in this conversation. Thank you👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@itsallgoodb]

Ms. Wanga is such a class act 💯 Lovely interview and great energy 🙌🏾

[@rmccaindet]

YES!! I needed to hear this thank you

[@deidrafryer6630]

Love her #CarolineWanga so inspirational and giving Bucket List at 60 Enjoying #BlackJoy at #EssenceFest2022

[@odaynedaley7080]

Woah. This woman is amazing!

[@LifeWithAriK1]

Amazing amazing interview!!!!

[@bobleft-foot]

I can’t wait to meet her.

[@nunab3321]

🤔 them glasses I'm in love omg she funny I could so sip wine and talk for hrs with her her vibe energy and what she did for the culture #allskinfolkaintkinfolk LOVE IT

[@emaak]

Wanga ! Thank You

[@Commonsenseonsocial]

You better Preach Caroline!

[@kingdrip7969]

Them Wave'z on them Shade'z is Essence...... Great Design ..

[@wearewangawoman]

Our goal is simple: democratize authenticity 💪🏽 #WeAreWangaWoman

[@behoney00]

Style🖤🖤🖤✨

[@Drbabz]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@loveofpassion7908]

Now just wait a minute…where did she come from??? 😮 wow I’d buy a book of hers

[@c.dawkinsyoung9301]

All skin folks ain't kin folks! I felt that.

[@shawnthompson940]

STUNNING CONVERSION!!

[@igotallthetickets6568]

I’m interested in blavos the black davos

[@superduperjoi6800]

Re negotiate my potential without my permission wow

[@cornelljermaine]

Too funny 17:19 🤣

[@kingdrip7969]

Good Bye is a Pain word with Love....

[@kingdrip7969]

Yup, once you hear the words it bekumz' your Jam.... lmbo

[@kingdrip7969]

Yup most times at the Kar lot, the ones with the wholey Klothz really trying 2 buy..... Suits be suit'n something ...

[@kingdrip7969]

Lurk'n .. Pop up 2 the kar window, they say " Oh snap I didn't even see you, hold on, your supposed to; but, I see you.... ahahahahahaha ..

[@kingdrip7969]

Just implicating this Earth makes all of us Human...

[@kingdrip7969]

Ladies Explimation.....

[@kingdrip7969]

She speak like a 24th Leader ...

[@kingdrip7969]

From God, we Simz'; and, we The One mind.... stop Glitchen out here People... lmbo

[@kingdrip7969]

Ancestors of God in Christ are related to the Caves and the Jungle....