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Cannes Lions was an experience I won’t soon forget. 
 
As an entrepreneur, whose also a parent, my time is often led by checklists — and my personal survival each day is often measured by the assurance that my kids are happy and healthy with their needs met, and that my clients are satisfied. More often than not, that doesn’t leave much time for personal development or self-investment, although I work very hard to carve out moments to do so as often as possible. 
 
Cannes Lions was a decision on my heart to attend as an entrepreneur for a few years, and many more as a corporate professional, but it seemed that the 15+ year career I had cultivated to that point and the business I was building didn’t deem me worthy enough to show up because I’m not as “visible.”  
 
Nonetheless, the stars aligned and days in advance I was able to fulfill this intention that had been set on my heart — to represent myself and Connectivity as not only viable, but deeply deserving contributors to our industry; one in need of far more cultural consideration, expansive perspectives and visionary thinking. 
 
I have so many goals to reimagine, to target, and to expand upon if I’m looking ahead, but if I’m looking at right now, I couldn’t be more indebted to the Creator of my little life for the opportunity to show up as me, no holds barred, and experience the world + provide for my family while doing so.
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Last week, I had the honor of being included in a discussion and networking experience offering ranging creative professionals advisory and support as they work to establish or continue cultivating their brand presence, courtesy of @somecreativeagency and @prgirlmanifesto. 
 
A young professional came up to me after the conversation and asked what three words I’d offer her and others as reference points while they build: I said, positioning, consistency, and added value.  
 
*Positioning: A bit of a double entendre here, but if I was starting from the ground up, no matter the level, I’d get crystal clear about my professional positioning and what I’m offering that’s an absolute need for my target audience, as well as positioning myself in (many of) the right rooms, not solely tied to my professional industry. Cultural rooms. Other industry rooms. Regional community rooms. Much of the magic of my career has come from so many different sources across the board. 
*Consistency: A no-brainer here — creating continuity and frequency in your networking and community-engagement strategy is essential to your progression.  
*Added Value: It goes without saying that whether networking up or across, the conversation cannot only surround your individual needs. How can you enter any space, connection, or platform and offer unique value that makes you shine? 
 
As I move into a season of existing in multitudes professionally, rebranding, etc. etc., I’m taking my own advice! Thank you so much for the opportunity Fatou, Danielle, my visionary co-panelist @michaelkayepr, and every attendee who contributed to the experience. 
 
Photos / Recap video by @dvvinci
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@tarajiphenson for @sevendaughterswines 🍷

For this lifestyle shoot, we captured both stills and motion, crafting a visual story centered around celebration and everyday luxuries, from simple wine moments at home to an al fresco dining scene.

Loved working with the @strutcommunications & @connectivity.us team to bring these visuals to life!

Photographer: @kaylammendez

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