Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Adweek's Pride Stars on LGBTQ Advocacy and Marketing

15 LGBTQ leaders on the best inclusive campaigns and bringing their full selves to work

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This week, Adweek is introducing a new industry award recognizing LGBTQ talent: Adweek Pride Stars. The 15 leaders chosen for the inaugural Pride Stars honors are changemakers in advertising and marketing, brands, media, tech and culture. They go beyond being out and proud in the professional sphere; each blazes a trail for future generations through advocating for diversity and inclusion, being visible and tirelessly working to lift up others in the LGBTQ community.

We asked each of the 15 Pride Stars about their roots, the work they’re doing now to expand LGBTQ inclusion and what’s in store in the future.