Leslie Blount
Leslie Blount is an Adweek contributor who writes about brands and culture.
In Visible’s Fun, 70s-Themed Gameshow Pride Campaign, Everybody Wins
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The brand and Madwell tapped intergenerational LGBTQ+ creators for uplifting and uproarious video announcing its year-round partnership with SAGE.
Issa Rae Creates a Dramatic Night in a Restaurant for Amex
The brand's ongoing 'Member When' campaign has also featured Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Etsy’s Melodramatic Ad Grants a Heartbroken Shopper a Happy Ending
Etsy uses a real-life, emotional example to highlight its new product feature.
Michael B. Jordan Takes His Gym Routine to the Streets in New Propel Campaign
Propel Fitness Water brings on actor Michael B. Jordan as a brand ambassador.
Hyundai’s New EV Campaign Aims to Be the Choice for Black Customers
Culture Brands is also behind the automaker's award-winning 'Okay Hyundai!' work.
Barbie’s Marketing Leader Lifts the Curtain on Its First Down Syndrome Doll
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Barbie's marketing leader explains the thinking behind the brand's first Down syndrome doll.
Got Wood Milk? Aubrey Plaza’s Artisanal Venture Spoofs Plant-Based Alternatives to Dairy
The MilkPEP campaign featuring The White Lotus star parodies the rise of alt-milk brands.
Prime Video Rolls Out the Pink Carpet on Fifth Avenue for ‘Maisel Tov’ Experience
Brands and fans turn out to celebrate the fifth and final season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.
Swizz Beatz Lays Down the Tracks for Mercedes-Benz’s EV Ads
The Merkley+Partners campaign debuted during The Masters.
Dwyane Wade, Rosario Dawson, Ayesha Curry Join Square’s Forward Initiative
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Trio join payment provider Square's new business accelerator program Forward.