Shapers of Possibility

Beyond the Box: How Creative Gifting Creates Brand Impact

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:45:00 -0400

Through Ebony’s Lens: Amplifying the Culture That Continues to Dominate Every Arena

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0400

An Ethical Approach to using AI/Chat GPT Given Environmental Impact

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Inside the Current Era of Sports Storytelling

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0400

How the 2026 FIFA World Cup Could Redefine Soccer in North America

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0400

What Brands Get Wrong About Influencer Marketing

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Winter Olympics 2026: European Charme, Female Power, NHL Stardom

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Non-Profit vs For Profit Marketing: The Challenges, The Advantages & How the Wins Hit Different

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Holiday Marketing: What Santa Claus and Dopamine Have in Common

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0400

NYC Marathon 2025: Which brands are winning from the POV of a part-time runner, full time marketer

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Turning Passion into Entrepreneurship: Featuring Founder of Culture With Us Alexandra Scherecondgost

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Transitioning From Talent PR to Brand PR

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Putting PR on the Map: Bad Bunny's Brand Playbook

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400

The Evolution of Meme Culture

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Navigating Change and Turnover

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Built In, Not Bolted On: Crafting Authentic Integrations

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400

The NFL's Year-Long Play

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400

How mission meets action for non-profits

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0400

The Impact of Fandom on Women’s Sports

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0400

The Future of Fan Entertainment and Immersive Live Entertainment

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Innovation, Market Differentiation & Predicting Consumer Needs

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

How Style and 'Fits Enhances Athlete's Marketability

Wed, 28 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Leading Through Change: The Role of Inclusive Leadership in Times of Crisis

Tue, 20 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Building Brands Through Racing Partnerships

Thu, 15 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Women in Advertising

Thu, 04 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400

On this episode of Shapers of Possibility - a Taylor Podcast, AnnaRose Rubright, Taylor’s Production Executive is joined by three Taylor colleagues to discuss their experiences as women in advertising. Arden Shirley, Senior Account Executive, Carly Wilkins, Director of Strategy, and Victoria Berry, Account Supervisor share their point of view on what roadblocks, challenges and opportunities they’ve faced in their careers.

Finding Support Through Independence

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Shapers of Influence podcast, owner of 47 Club Productions and Taylor Creative Partner, AnnaRose Rubright, helps break down what independence means to her and shares input from others on how they receive support while finding self-independence.

Transition and Belonging with Olympian Nzingha Prescod

Mon, 09 May 2022 10:00:00 -0400

On this episode of Shapers of Influence podcast, Marketing Coordinator Ebony Baker is joined by 2012 and 2016 US Olympic Team fencer and entrepreneur, Nzingha Prescod. Listen as they discuss the Olympics, mental health amongst athletes, life after the Olympics, and the Prescod Institute for Sports, Teamwork, and Education.

Authenticity, Compassion, & Trust: Reasons to Support HBCUs

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the Shapers of Influence Podcast, we are joined by Taylor’s Marketing Coordinator Ebony Baker and United Negro College Fund’s Vice-President of Strategic Partnerships and Institutional programs, Leader of the Institute for Capacity Building, and Morehouse graduate, Ed Smith Lewis. Both Ebony and Ed are graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, so listen as they discuss the importance of supporting HBCUs, allyship, and what makes these institutions so significant.

Partnering with the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0400

On this episode of The Shapers of Influence Podcast, Marketing intern Ebony Baker leads the discussion on Black Mental Health and Taylor’s partnership with The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation. Joining her are Ariel Smith, Strategist, Joshua Bull, Senior Art Director, and Sabrina Lynch, Senior Vice President of Strategy as they dive deeper into their involvement with BLHF, the importance of Black mental health, the generational impact it has had on black people as well as the country; and finding the joy over everything.

The Competitive Advantage of Having Name, Image, & Likeness

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:00:00 -0400

On this special two-part Shapers of Influence Podcast, join Taylor’s COO and Managing Partner, Bryan Harris, and Account Director Ronald Greene as they discuss potential trial-and-error effects of athletes receiving NIL benefits. Listen to them dissect the competitive advantage of colleges offering NIL representation to athletes and how it can ultimately impact their career once going pro.

Holiday Kindness

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Shapers of Influence podcast, owner of 47 Club Productions and Taylor creative partner, AnnaRose Rubright leads the conversation about the impact the Pandemic has had on the Holidays and the importance of showing kindness this season with Taylor executives. Listen as they share their plans for this holiday season and how they plan on giving back to their community.

Taylor Holiday Card

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0400

As the Shapers of Influence, we realized that an ordinary Holiday Card won’t do! So, we reached out to the Taylor community and asked them, “What shapes their Holiday?” Listen as our team, including CEO & Managing Partner, Tony Signore, talk about what inspires them this time of year! We hope you have a very happy holiday!

Sports Betting: Are the Odds Really in Your Favor?

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0400

On this Shapers of Influence Podcast join us as we step into the world of sports with Taylor’s COO and Managing Partner, avid sports fan, Bryan Harris as he leads the discussion of the controversial world of sports betting with Taylor’s Account Director, Ronald Greene. Join them as they unpack the impact it has on fans, the entertainment industry, and the world. Stay tuned for part 2 of this special Shapers of Influence podcast.

A Journey to Holistic Health and Wellness

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 20:20:00 -0400

Taylor's Associate Director of Marketing and Business Operations and resident health nut Elizabeth Zaita, joins Marketing Coordinator Nathalie Wilson to discuss her journey to holistic health and wellness. For some useful tips on how to live a healthier lifestyle, take a listen to this Shapers of Influence episode.

What makes a great Creative Duo?

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0400

On this Shapers of Influence podcast, we are joined by Taylor’s newest dynamic duo: Nicky Lorenzo and Juan Pablo Dominguez, our SVP Group Creative Directors. This episode will dive into ‘what makes a great creative team’ and who’s better to talk to than our creative duo!

A Deeper Dive into Women in Sports

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0400

On this Shapers of Influence podcast, AnnaRose Rubright is joined by Berkley Cohn, Taylor’s Senior Account Executive and Yvette Signore, Taylor’s Strategist. These three women discuss their love for sports, the challenges they overcome in this male-dominated sports industry and the inequalities and injustices female athletes face. Take a listen to their dynamic conversation on increasing visibility of female athletes in the media.

Baseball Fandom: Where is MLB today?

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Two baseball fanatics came together to discuss the future of the sport. AnnaRose Rubright spoke with Taylor’s COO and Managing Partner, Bryan Harris about their love for baseball, Gen Z fans, and the major changes in the game. Take a listen to their dynamic conversation… they hit it out of the park!

Own the Arena

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0400

On this Shaper’s of Influence episode we are joined today by a very special guest, former President and CEO of the United States Tennis Association, champion tennis player, sports commentator and now author, Katrina Adams. She discusses her new book ‘Own the Arena’ and delves into the contentious US Open 2018 Women’s Finals between Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams.

HBCU Strong : The Importance of Historically Black Universities

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Over the past several years, HBCUs have seen a resurgence of interest, as one-third of HBCUs have received a record amount of applications and enrollment. To dig a little deeper into HBCUs Taylor Marketing Coordinator, Nathalie Wilson is joined by Jordyn Edwards, Assistant Account Executive and Account Intern Iyanna Tutt.

A Conversation on Allyship

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Two Taylor colleagues came together to discuss Allyship. Nathalie Wilson, Marketing Coordinator, spoke with writer, author, performer, storyteller, and Senior Copywriter, Joel L. Daniels about the state of allyship across the nation. Listen to Joel’s insightful words on racial injustice, inequality and how to make an uncomfortable conversation comfortable.

#HoldthePRess and 600 & Rising: Where are we now?

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 16:15:00 -0400

We’re back with Taylor’s own Sade Ayodele and Nysah Warren on their #HoldThePRess initiative. They discuss how industry professionals have responded to the ‘asks and demands’ of #HoldThePRess and 600 & Rising, and remind us that “you cannot change what you do not track”.

Winning Wheel of Fortune

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 10:15:00 -0400

Taylor Account Supervisor and Wheel of Fortune winner, Ross Lipschultz, tells Nathalie Wilson of Taylor marketing all about his experience on the show. Take a listen to Ross’s familial commitment to the show as well as game strategies to get your shot at winning, too. Here's a highlight from Ross's winning appearance on the show: http://bit.ly/wof-ross.

UNCF, HBCUs and the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Scholarship

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 12:47:00 -0400

As the Taylor Team gears up for UNCF's Virtual Walk for Education, take a listen to this interview on Sirius XM's "Laura Coates Show," which aired in March. In the clip, Tony Signore, CEO & Managing Partner of Taylor and Founder of the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Scholarship Program, speaks with Coates about the importance of basic human rights, equality, and education, and especially the impact of HBCUs.

#TaylorUnited

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 12:35:00 -0400

Hailing from the NYC office, Dave Finn is joined by Lauri Edwards and Maeve Hagen, President of Taylor’s Charlotte, NC office. These three long-time Taylor employees chat about #TaylorUnited’s impact on their own lives as well as virtual culture management in the world of COVID-19 and beyond. #TaylorUnited

The Privilege to Vote

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 10:35:00 -0400

In the latest episode of our voting series, AnnaRose Rubright and co-host Mayra Herrera chat with Emma Giles, Vice President at client partner Diageo: Guinness. Emma discusses the privilege of voting and the power of having your voice heard.

From Citizenship to Voting: Voting as a Right

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 14:15:00 -0400

Once citizens, Djenabou Osho and Carla Wilke gained the right to vote in the United States. In this follow-up conversation guided by AnnaRose Rubright of 47 Club Productions, these Taylor executives share what the vote means to them.

From Citizenship to Voting: The Path to Becoming a Naturalized Citizen

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Applying for citizenship in the US is an emotional and lengthy process. Interviewed by AnnaRose Rubright, Carla Wilke and Djenabou Osho speak about the decisions they took and life changes they made on the road to becoming a naturalized citizen.

Hold the PRess

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 11:10:00 -0400

Black professionals are woefully underrepresented in the PR industry. Taylor’s own Sade Ayodele and Nysah Warren speak about their #HoldThePRess initiative and why diversity, equity and inclusion are important, especially in our industry.

Creativity in Hard Times

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In this engaging conversation between two creative professionals, Taylor senior copywriter, Joel Daniels, along with digital creator, Bo Lee, we learn about finding your voice in your work and in the spaces you inhabit.

An Inside View of Esports

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0400

What is the distinction between esports and gaming? Kevin Knocke, Chief Creative Officer of RektGlobal, Inc and host of Esports 30, delves deep into the subject as well as the finer points of the esports industry.