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The future of marketing is moving fast — AI is reshaping how we work, regulations are shifting and CMOs are being asked to do more than ever before. So, what will the next five years look like?At Campaign Convene 2025, industry leaders tackled these big questions in a panel called Outlook 2030: Preparing for the Next Half-Decade of Marketing. Alison Pepper from the 4As, Donna Sharp from MediaLink and Doug Melville from Jodi AI shared their takes on everything from political and economic shifts to the evolving role of marketers in a rapidly changing world.The conversation explores the future of marketing and advertising leading up to 2030, focusing on the impact of political changes on the roles and responsibilities of the CMO. Pepper, Sharp and Melville discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by current events, from understanding their consumers, regardless of political affiliation, to navigating the complexities of DEI initiatives. The discussion also shines a light on the accountability of corporations, the creative disconnect with the American consumer and the regulatory landscape surrounding AI. As the role of the CMO transforms, the need for innovative approaches and a moral compass in marketing becomes increasingly critical. campaignlive.com What we know about advertising, you should know about advertising. Start your 1-month FREE trial to Campaign US.

Doug Melville discusses his book, "Invisible Generals: Rediscovering Family Legacy, and a Quest to Honor America's First Black Generals." The book takes us on a journey from post-Civil War America to modern-day Europe and Asia, introducing readers to prominent yet hidden heroes, inspired by Doug's own story.  In 2011, Doug was thrilled to be invited to an advanced screening of George Lucas' “Red Tails,” a fresh take on America's first Black aerial squadron, the Tuskegee Airmen. However, that excitement faded quickly when he realized the film had fictionalized the story to the point of omitting all of the names and details of the heroes from the story entirely, including Benjamin O. Davis Jr., the founding commander of the unit and the patriarch of Doug's family. Inspired, Doug began investigating passed-down histories of his family and realized that America's first two Black Generals – Benjamin O. Davis Jr. and Benjamin Davis Sr. – were not only a father and son, but had also raised Doug's father. He then began unearthing stories of their incredible accomplishments, their perseverance and their trauma, and realized that even when living at the highest ranks of public service, they were treated as if they were invisible because of their race. Doug's book celebrates the everyday heroes behind the scenes, reminding us to utilize our ancestors' victories to broaden our vision of what is possible. Visit youtube.com/TalksAtGoogle to watch this episode.

Earl is joined by Dr. Darrel Williams, the CEO of Dryhootch Otis Winstead, and the author of Invisible Generals, Doug Melville. They talk about the forgotten story of the United States Military's first Black General and the Veteran's Day event they are hosting in November. Dr. Darrel Williams is an Army combat Veteran and has dedicated his life to education and his community. Otis Winstead is an Army Veteran and Dryhootch is a non-profit coffee shop dedicated to providing community and support for Veterans. Doug Melville tells the story of his great uncle and America's first Black General, Benjamin O. Davis, in the book Invisible Generals. The Earl Ingram Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Earl and the show!

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In partnership with our Black Inclusion Group and Veterans at LinkedIn, we are thrilled to welcome Doug Melville, an Army veteran turned creative powerhouse, to our next Speaker Series event. Our own Ty Heath, director for The B2B Institute at LinkedIn, will have the opportunity to sit down with Doug and discuss themes from his new book, Invisible Generals: Rediscovering Family Legacy, and a Quest to Honor America's First Black Generals.  They will discuss the significance of diverse perspectives in driving innovation and problem-solving, strategies for overcoming adversity and turning obstacles into opportunities, the importance of inclusive leadership in creating environments where every voice is heard and valued, and how to cultivate resilience and adaptability in the face of change and uncertainty. You will gain practical insights and actionable strategies that you can apply both personally and professionally from this powerful session.

On Coming Home Well, we shine a light on the incredible journeys of America's first Black generals, Benjamin O. Davis Sr. and Jr., a father and son who helped integrate the American military and created the Tuskegee Airmen. Their stories, brought to life by Doug Melville, are a testament to perseverance and courage in the face of systemic racism and overwhelming odds. Through our conversation, the narrative of the Davis family unfolds like the pages of an epic, each chapter revealing another layer of sacrifice and determination. From Ben Davis Jr.'s silent trials at West Point to the astounding success of the Tuskegee Airmen under his command, these accounts are not merely historical footnotes but vibrant chapters of American history. Doug's intimate knowledge and personal connection to these "Invisible Generals" provides a unique perspective on the familial and national legacy they've left behind, inspiring us to remember the unsung heroes who have shaped our nation. Join us for this unforgettable episode, filled with stories of bravery, innovation, and the indefatigable pursuit of the American Dream. Doug Melville | The Official Website of Doug Melville Support the show Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month. Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!

This week we interview author Doug Melville, whose first biography, Invisible Generals: Rediscovering Family Legacy and a Quest to Honor America's First Black Generals, was published by Atria/Black Privilege Press in […]

On Coming Home Well, we shine a light on the incredible journeys of America's first Black generals, Benjamin O. Davis Sr. and Jr., a father and son who helped integrate the American military and created the Tuskegee Airmen. Their stories, brought to life by Doug Melville, are a testament to perseverance and courage in the face of systemic racism and overwhelming odds.Through our conversation, the narrative of the Davis family unfolds like the pages of an epic, each chapter revealing another layer of sacrifice and determination. From Ben Davis Jr.'s silent trials at West Point to the astounding success of the Tuskegee Airmen under his command, these accounts are not merely historical footnotes but vibrant chapters of American history. Doug's intimate knowledge and personal connection to these "Invisible Generals" provides a unique perspective on the familial and national legacy they've left behind, inspiring us to remember the unsung heroes who have shaped our nation.Join us for this unforgettable episode, filled with stories of bravery, innovation, and the indefatigable pursuit of the American Dream.Doug Melville | The Official Website of Doug MelvilleSupport the showTune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.comDownload on Apple Play and Google PlayOnline-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click here for a 20% discount on your first month.Thank you for listening! Be sure to SHARE, LIKE and leave us a REVIEW!

"Invisible Generals" author Doug Melville was motivated to tell the real story of his family's contributions to the country, after viewing a 2012 film about the Tuskegee Airmen, and realizing the character based on his uncle, had a fictionalized name.

(Season 8 is in partnership with ⁠ADCOLOR⁠. ADCOLOR champions diversity and inclusion in creative industries) One of the most innovative and sought-out voices in diversity, equity, and inclusion, author Doug Melville has given three TEDx Talks and has been featured prominently in the media, including PBS NewsHour, USA TODAY, The Washington Post, TIME, The Daily Show, Forbes, and more.  A fifth-generation leader, Doug Melville's family has worked under ten different presidential administrations to advance the safety, equality, and fair treatment of all Americans.  Throughout his career, he has served as the global head of diversity for a major luxury goods holding company and global top 10 creative agency. His first book, INVISIBLE GENERALS: Rediscovering Family Legacy, and a Quest to Honor America's First Black Generals (Simon & Schuster) debuted November 2023 as an Amazon #1 Best-Selling New Release, and has since become the subject of a PBS NewsHour Classroom Daily News Lesson. To learn more, visit DougMelville.com and follow @DougMelville on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter.

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Charlamagne Tha God breaks down why America isn't backing Biden in the polls for president in the latest Long Story Short. Plus, Author Doug Melville chats with Charlamagne Tha God about what inspired him to write “Invisible Generals” about the untold story of America's first Black generals, why he encourages others to go out and get their own family stories to take control of the narrative, and how Americans can help better honor their veterans without glorifying war. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When President McKinley turned down Benjamin Oliver Davis for a place at West Point due to the colour of his skin, Davis joined the army as a private. Davis soon worked his way through the ranks to receive his second lieutenant commission in 1901. It would be over 30 years before another black officer would receive his commission, and that would be Benjamin Oliver Davis's son, Benjamin Oliver Davis Jr. In theory, black troops would be barred from combat, but Benjamin Oliver Davis Jr. would lead the first Black flying squadron, the Tuskegee Airmen, to success during WWII. For this episode, I'm joined by Doug Melville, a direct relative of Benjamin Oliver Davis Jr. and Sr. When George Lucas's film 'Red Tails' (2012), celebrating the Tuskegee Airmen, was released, Doug was shocked when he realised that Ben Jr.'s name had been omitted and replaced by the fictional Colonel A. J. Bullard. And Ben's father, Benjamin O. Davis Sr., America's first Black general who helped integrate the military, was left out too. The film inspired him to rediscover his family's story, which spans five generations, and write Invisible Generals: Rediscovering Family Legacy, and a Quest to Honor America's First Black Generals. Patreonpatreon.com/ww2podcast  

“They fought.” Chatter rolls into the holidays with David, Torie, and Jamie. They do their own version of “deserted island” (some go practical) and all are conflicted on book recommendations for holiday gift buyers.  Just peruse Chatter on Books and you'll find so many good ones.  Business leader, Tommy Hilfiger pal, and former Wienermobile ambassador Doug Melville zooms in to share “Invisible Generals,” his deeply moving story of family, race, and indomitable will.  It's an important story and a fabulous read. 

Purchase Invisible Generals: https://bookshop.org/lists/re-something-interesting-book-list?Welcome to RE: Something Interesting, The Realignment's new Saturday podcast focused on more casual conversations about American culture and society with people who've released something worth diving into. Today's guest is Doug Melville, author of Invisible Generals: Rediscovering Family Legacy, and a Quest to Honor America's First Black Generals. After a 2012 Hollywood production wrote out his family, Doug discovered his family's legacy in the segregated U.S. Army before and during World War II.

I was visiting a prospective client the other day. We went out to lunch at one of their favorite restaurants. The waitress came up to the table and, as always, I asked what her name was. She replied and I shared mine. I thanked her and asked about her day and then we continued the ritual of ordering our drinks and our meal. I did the same for the person who kept replenishing my water. The prospective client later shared with my partner that the exchange felt “odd” to him and implied I might have been putting on some form of act for his benefit. Isn't that interesting? I know what it feels like to be invisible. Do you? And do you strive to ensure you do your part to acknowledge those who cross your path if just for a moment? More importantly, those who interact with you, or serve you, or are in a professional relationship such as your co-workers and your employees? This Great Conversation is about another form of being invisible. It touches many different people usually because of their skin color, their attire, their sexual orientation, their lifestyle…It is insidious because it is deeply rooted in how we were socialized from birth through our cultural stewards like educators, media, and ideological leaders. The Invisible Generals, written by Doug Melville, is purportedly a story of rediscovering his family's legacy. And that is true. It is an extraordinary story of his ancestors journey through a "Forest Gumpian" encounter with some of this nations most pivotal moments; from the Civil War, through WWI and WWII. We see his great, great, grandfather Louis, becoming the trusted servant of one of the Civil War's most trustworthy generals who happens to be friends with Ulysses Grant and then find him holding Grant's son on his lap as he heads to the White House. We see Louis' son Ben Sr. (aka Ollie) being recommended to enter West Point, and being stalled by a later president buckling to the politics of the day. But, because of his performance and service with the Buffalo Soldiers, a term used by the native Indians who fought the segregated black soldiers in the American Indian Wars, the same president made him a commissioned officer. We then hear about Ben Jr.'s path to West Point, and the grueling isolation of his time there. Later he would establish himself honorably in WWII. You might have heard of his exploits with the Tuskegee Airmen. The Airmen's success in escorting bombers during World War II – having one of the lowest loss records of all the escort fighter groups, and being in constant demand for their services by the allied bomber units.- is a record unmatched by any other fighter group. Along the way we learn about a unique mindset that refused to be a victim of their circumstance. Refused to become an invisible statistic. We will “infuse the system to diffuse the system” was their motto. They saw themselves as free, independent people who wanted to live up to the American dream, rather then play down to the role of victim. Their actions became their testimony. This Great Conversation inspired me. And because Doug Melville chose to share his lessons learned for all of us at the end of the book, it can become a primer for your own pursuit of resilience in the face of insurmountable odds, and the inevitable recognition that life can be very unfair. But for Doug and his ancestors, they are mere stones guiding you on your path to value.

Invisible Generals: Rediscovering Family Legacy, and a Quest to Honor America's First Black Generals by Doug Melville https://amzn.to/3SST5e1 The amazing true story of America's first Black generals, Benjamin O. Davis, Sr. and Jr., a father and son who helped integrate the American military and created the Tuskegee Airmen. Perfect for fans of Devotion and Hidden Figures. Red Tails, George Lucas's celebration of America's first Black flying squadron, the Tuskegee Airmen, should have been a moment of victory for Doug Melville. He expected to see his great-uncle Benjamin O. Davis Jr.—the squadron's commander—immortalized on-screen for his selfless contributions to America. But as the film rolled, Doug was shocked when he realized that Ben Jr.'s name had been omitted and replaced by the fictional Colonel A. J. Bullard. And Ben's father, Benjamin O. Davis Sr., America's first Black general who helped integrate the military, was left out too. Dejected, Doug looked inward and realized that unless he worked to bring their inspirational story to light, it would remain hidden from the world just as it had been concealed from him. In Invisible Generals, Melville shares his quest to rediscover his family's story across five generations, from post-Civil War America to modern day Asia and Europe. In life, the Davises were denied the recognition and compensation they'd earned, but through his journey, Melville uncovers something greater: that dedication and self-sacrifice can move proverbial mountains—even in a world determined to make you invisible. Invisible Generals recounts the lives of a father and his son who always maintained their belief in the American dream. As the inheritor of their legacy, Melville retraces their steps, advocates for them to receive their long-overdue honors and unlocks the potential we all hold to retrieve powerful family stories lost to the past. About the author DOUG MELVILLE is one of the most innovative voices in corporate diversity. A fifth-generation leader, his family worked with several different presidential administrations. He has been featured in numerous periodicals, including Forbes, USA Today, Time, Business Insider, and the Washington Post, and he has given three TEDx Talks.

Thursday, November 16th, 2023Today, in the Hot Notes: Nevada has opened an investigation into that state's fraudulent electors; Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss are seeking 15 to 43 million dollars from Rudy Giuliani in their defamation suit against him; Misty Hampton's lawyer admits he was the person who leaked the Fulton County DA proffer videos to the press; DA Fani Willis has filed a motion to revoke Harrison Floyd's bail; Hunter Biden asks a judge to subpoena Donald Trump and ex DoJ officials in his criminal gun charge case; Trump has filed a mistrial motion in the NYAG civil fraud case; Univision changes its position on Trump; the State Bar of Arizona finds probable cause in their investigation of Kari Lake's lawyer; Trump's Truth Social has lost $32M since its launch; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Promo CodeNew customers get $5 off a Lume Starter Pack with code DAILYBEANS at lumedeodorant.com. That's over 40% off your Starter Pack and returning customers get $5 off a $30 dollar purchase.Doug Melville: Invisible Generalshttps://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Invisible-Generals/Doug-Melville/9781668005132https://dougmelville.comhttps://twitter.com/dougmelvilleHow We Win The House 2024!https://swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin2024Want some sweet Daily Beans Merchhttps://shop.dailybeanspod.com/Subscribe to Lawyers, Guns, And MoneyAd-free premium feed: https://lawyersgunsandmoney.supercast.comSubscribe for free everywhere else:https://lawyersgunsandmoney.simplecast.com/episodes/1-miami-1985Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Follow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Follow Mueller, She Wrote on Posthttps://twitter.com/MuellerSheWrotehttps://twitter.com/dailybeanspodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@muellershewrotehttps://instagram.com/muellershewroteDana Goldberghttps://twitter.com/DGComedyhttps://www.instagram.com/dgcomedyhttps://www.facebook.com/dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction?Good News & Confessions - The Daily BeansFrom the Good Newshttps://rebeldogsdetroit.comhttps://www.instagram.com/rebeldogsdetroithttps://www.facebook.com/events/1027863468490977https://twitter.com/PRIDEofCary2023 Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://dailybeans.supercast.techOrhttps://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

Doug Melville was thrilled to be invited to the screening of a movie about the Tuskeegee Airmen, a movie that he assumed would feature the patriarch of his family tree, Ben O. Davis Jr. He was proud of his family's service to the storied branch of the Air Force, a group of aviators who had fought for their country even though they were ordered to be segregated. Instead, the movie featured only composites of the characters, and failed to use the real names of the American heroes. Melville went on a decade-long journey to discover his family history and make sure that it would never again be forgotten to history. He shows how his family impacted decades of American policy and how they were deprived of being truly honored even when the most powerful people in the country insisted they were doing so. We also discussed Melville's efforts as the director of diversity for an international brand.Doug Melville's website can be found at https://dougmelville.com/He is on social media at https://twitter.com/dougmelvilleInformation on his book from Atria Publishing can be found at https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Invisible-Generals/Doug-Melville/9781668005132Support our show at https://patreon.com/axelbankhistory**A portion of every contribution is given to a charity for children's literacy** "Axelbank Reports History and Today" can be found on social media at https://twitter.com/axelbankhistory https://instagram.com/axelbankhistoryhttps://facebook.com/axelbankhistory

Bakari Sellers is joined by author, Doug Melville to discuss his book about his family, and America's first Black generals, ‘Invisible Generals' (2:38), telling stories of the U.S.'s Black veterans (8:21) and the process of putting his family's story on paper (15:37). Host: Bakari Sellers Guest: Doug Melville Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr. Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new book explores and honors the legacy of two exceptional American veterans whose contributions have gone largely unknown, until now. In "Invisible Generals," author Doug Melville recounts his family history and tells the barrier-breaking stories of the country's first Black generals. He joins Geoff Bennett to discuss the book and what inspired him to write it. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

A new book explores and honors the legacy of two exceptional American veterans whose contributions have gone largely unknown, until now. In "Invisible Generals," author Doug Melville recounts his family history and tells the barrier-breaking stories of the country's first Black generals. He joins Geoff Bennett to discuss the book and what inspired him to write it. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The story of America's first Black generals involves Benjamin O. Davis, Sr. and Jr., a father and son who helped integrate the American military and created the Tuskegee Airmen. Doug Melville captured their legacy in “Invisible Generals: Rediscovering Family Legacy, and a Quest to Honor America's First Black Generals”. He joins Tavis to share that story.

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In author and corporate diversity expert Doug Melville's latest book, "Invisible Generals," he shares the story of his great-uncle and great-great-uncle – America's first Black generals, Benjamin O. Davis, Sr. and Jr.. The two men created the Tuskegee Airmen and were instrumental in integrating the American military. But despite their contributions, they haven't gotten the credit they deserve. In this episode, Epicenter's S. Mitra Kalita sits down with Meville to discuss his experience putting together the  mosaic of his family's history and the leadership lessons learned along the way. Leadership lessons from the first Black US generals: https://www.charterworks.com/doug-melville-invisible-generals-leadership-lessons/ Buy “Invisible Generals”: https://www.amazon.com/Invisible-Generals-Rediscovering-Family-Americas/dp/1668005131?ref=charterworks.com Ground Game Exhibition: https://epicenter-nyc.com/ground-game-exhibition/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 163, Erik and Kerel talk with Doug Melville, a DEI executive and author of ‘Invisible Generals,' a story about America's first two black generals, a father and a son, who helped integrate the military, create and command the Tuskegee Airmen, and beyond. Doug grew up with a majority mixed race family, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, went to Syracuse University, majored in marketing, worked with public figures such as Britney Spears, Quincy Jones, Charlamagne Tha God to name a few and eventually found himself in DEI. Doug shares his family story, why it's so important to own your own family's story, becoming a powerful networker and communicator, what it was like to grow up mixed race in different communities, committing to helping people be seen, getting his book published by Simon and Schuster, the current state of the DEI space, advice for global DEI officers, where he draws inspiration, and so much more. “Sometimes the skills that we pick up, negotiation, communication, storytelling, are actually the things that are going to change the way these companies operate, and the outcomes.” Timestamps :34: Doug Melville, a DEI executive and author of ‘Invisible Generals,' shares where he grew up, going to Syracuse University, and his first job riding around in Oscar Meyer Weiner Mobiles and doing PR 2:37: Doug's perspective on going to and staying in one industry vs. exploring different industries, working with Britney Spears, Quincy Jones, Tommy and Andy Hilfiger, the importance of networking and what defines success or failure 9:15: What it felt like for Doug to grow up mixed race, gaining experience in both rich and primarily black cities, and how that's helped him in business and his career 11:56: Doug explains his family story, how he got to learn about his family's history, being pushed to write his book ‘Invisible Generals,' and making a commitment as chief diversity officer to help ensure companies don't keep people invisible 16:16: After receiving feedback regarding happy hours at his work, Doug and his CEO at the time, Rob, started a talk show in the lobby bringing celebrities, public figures, and more in order to, rather than serve alcohol, serve education, in addition, having Charlamagne Tha God, who eventually helped Rob get his book published 22:04: Doug's thoughts on the current state of DEI and executives in the space including how he believes structures have not been set up over the past few years to create the space for diversity programs and initiatives to be effective 28:42: What makes an effective global DEI officer, what they need to know in order to be successful 32:28: What Doug has learned from living in Geneva, Switzerland the past two years as a global DEI officer 35:21: Where Doug draws inspiration from, including many of his mentors, and those who come in pairs, like father and son 37:14: What's in Doug's music rotation right now, including a lot of hip hop 38:22: Where to buy Doug's book ‘Invisible Generals' and also attend events and booking signings 42:13: Where to connect with Doug on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow Us: Newsletter: bitly.com/2QLEY8U Linkedin: bit.ly/2ZZUBxG Twitter: bit.ly/2Qp0SzK Instagram: bit.ly/2QLfEQc

Charlamagne Tha God handles the latest news, including Don Jr. testifying in his father's fraud trial and birds with racist namesakes getting renamed. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt chimes in on George Santos surviving the House's expulsion vote. Then, Charlamagne Tha God breaks down why America isn't backing Biden in the polls for president 2024 in the latest Long Story Short. And Author Doug Melville chats with Charlamagne Tha God about what inspired him to write “Invisible Generals” about the untold story of America's first Black generals, why he encourages other to go out and get their own family stories to take control of the narrative, and how Americans can help better honor their veterans without glorifying war.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've masqueraded as a bellboy and snuck into the G-Suite to catch freak in the (Google) Sheets and designer turned creative strategist, Izzi Hays, this week.  An awfully loud introvert, Izzi Rascal is bonkers for a tricky problem and is currently breaking industry moulds and bolstering their strategy chops at MultiAdaptor. They chinwag to us on their accidental shift from design to strategy, empathy, bullsh*t job titles, why a good craftsperson isn't always a good manager, research in the wild, what living in 10 countries has taught them, building diverse teams, pancakes, what they'd be doing in a world without brands and tonnes more. ///// You can follow Izzi on Twitter Check out MultiAdaptor Here's One Sandbox Make your life easier with Raindrop and Notion With the subtlety of a bulldozer, we manage to plug our episodes with: Zoe Scaman, Doug Melville, Nick Ellis, Andrew Willshire and Sarah Benson. So go forth and gorge on those too. Izzi's book recommendations are: The Art of Innovation by Tom Kelley  Real Life by Brandon Taylor   Speculative Everything: Design, Fiction, and Social Dreaming by Anthony Dunne and Fiona Raby   /////

What’s the difference between unconscious bias and a microaggression? How is diversity actually defined? And what’s problematic about using the term “minority”? Doug Melville, VP, Head of Diversity & Inclusion at Richemont North America, joins host Porter Braswell to answer questions about diversity, equity, and inclusion that can be awkward to ask at work.

In a very special episode to commemorate Veteran's Day 2020, Doug Melville interviews Brigadier General Leon Johnson, president of Tuskegee Airmen inc. to gain further insight into the legendary brigade and discuss the #FlyLikeThem campaign. History has often ignored the contributions of Black Americans, leaving heroes like the Tuskegee Airmen, the first Black military pilots, overlooked. They flew nearly 1,500 missions and shot down 112 German aircraft. These men flew above prejudice, racism and hate to serve their country and drive positive change in America.   Lucasfilm & TBWAChiatDay New York have launched an educational initiative and social media campaign to provide resources to students and educators. Using the hashtag #FlyLikeThem, Lucasfilm will share quotes from the Airmen, highlight facts from their World War II experiences and encourage everyone to share personal stories inspired by their heroic examples.   “What the Tuskegee Airmen did is not Black history, it’s not military history, it’s American history." - Brig. Gen. Leon Johnson, President Tuskegee Airmen inc.   Credits: Host - Doug MelvilleIntro/Outro Voiced by Sophia BarnettExecutive Producer - Rashida PetersAudio Engineer/Sound Design - Corey Bauman

In a special episode recorded in partnership with Advertising Week in New York City, Doug Melville interviews Ilana Glazer from the Generator Collective and learns how both everyday people and celebrities are using the 'power of knowledge' to drive political change. “That does resonate with people, that level of not understanding”  - ILANA GLAZER   Credits: Host - Doug MelvilleIntro/Outro Voiced by Sophia BarnettExecutive Producer - Sean RiojasAudio Engineer/Sound Design - Corey Bauman

This week we’ve trawled and traversed all 50 US states in a 27-foot-long hot dog to catch former male cheerleader, Assistant Tour Manager to Britney Spears, mentee of Magic Johnson & ad land’s most diverse and disruptive Diversity Officer; Doug Melville.    Another chapter of his remarkable CV tells us that as the first-ever Chief Diversity Officer of TBWANorth America, Doug has driven TBWA’s supplier diversity efforts to over $250 million in spend with female and diversely owned-and-operated businesses in the creative space…and still found time to interview Snoop Dogg.     He talks to us on that giant wiener (!!), studying at the University of Magic Johnson, touring with the Princess of Pop, nailing your diversity strategy, valuing progress over PR, how brands can take a stance on social issues, and loads more. Anyone who simply wants their company or agency to produce better, more diverse work should bend their ear hither now. /////   Follow Doug on Twitter (https://twitter.com/dougmelville?lang=en) , LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougmelville/) & Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dougmelville/?hl=en)   Check out his diversity platform One Sandbox  (https://onesandbox.com/) And delve into any of his 3 brilliant TEDx Talks: Improving your diversity IQ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuWmKDmJoPg)   Being A Male Cheerleader Changed My Relationships with Women  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4axiwyBxUw) Digital Breadcrumbs - 12 steps to online success  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZuIvkEjP3M) And why not? Here’s Britney’s ...Baby One More Time  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-u5WLJ9Yk4) Doug’s book recommendation is: Think And Grow Rich (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Grow-Rich-Napoleon-Hill/dp/0091900212) by Napoleon Hill    /////

Before she was a New York Times best-selling author, and before she was editor-in-chief of Teen Vogue, Elaine Welteroth was in Advertising. Listen in as Elaine sits down with host Doug Melville to talk about coming into your own – on your own terms. Live at TBWAChiatDay NY, Elaine also lays out her journey to find her voice and how that led to the inspiration behind her popular book, “More than Enough.” Podcast Credits Host - Doug Melville Intro/Outro Voiced by Sophia Barnett Executive Producer - Sean Riojas Audio Engineer/Sound Design - Corey Bauman

When did you realize there were differences amongst people based on their race or ethnicity? For Tiffany R. Warren, it happened when she was very young. But the differences she experienced inspired her to find ways to bring us all together. Today, Tiffany is Omnicom's Chief Diversity Officer and Founder of ADCOLOR. Listen in as she sits down with host Doug Melville -- live at TBWAChiatDay NY -- to talk about the importance of rising up and reaching back.  Podcast Credits Host - Doug Melville Intro/Outro Voiced by Sophia Barnett Executive Producer - Sean Riojas Audio Engineer/Sound Design - Corey Bauman

If a drunk driver killed someone in your family, could you ever forgive them? That’s the kind of deep question Katherine Schwarzenegger takes on in her new book, “The Gift of Forgiveness.” Katherine spoke with 22 people about their stories and shares some of her incredible learnings live at TBWAChiatDay with host Doug Melville. Podcast Credits Host - Doug Melville Intro/Outro Voiced by Sophia Barnett Executive Producer - Sean Riojas Audio Engineer/Sound Design - Corey Bauman

Welcome to the Disruptor Series Podcast’s first “PFH.” That’s right, a Pod From Home. COVID-19 is affecting everything from how we live, how we work, how we eat, invest and  interact (or don’t interact) with each other. Listen in as host Rob Schwartz and Disruptor Series co-founder Doug Melville unpack and discuss the top 10 Disruptions of this extraordinary crisis.  Podcast Credits Host - Rob Schwartz/Doug Melville Intro/Outro Voiced by Sophia Barnett Executive Producer - Sean Riojas Audio Engineer/Sound Design - Corey Bauman

Brittany Johnson is a rising creative star. She's written rap songs for Coca-Cola and earned Cannes Lions for it. She's also disrupted her own career as an art director and jumped client side to become a master of Instagram technology and art. Here she sits down with host Doug Melville to talk about being a woman of color in the creative industries and so much more.  Credits Host - Doug Melville Intro/Outro Voiced by Sophia Barnett Executive Producer - Sean Riojas Producer - Natalie Zeller Audio Engineer/Sound Design - Corey Bauman

Here is your overview pod featuring some of the most disruptive people at the incredibly inspiring 3% Conference in Chicago. Listen and learn from: Ronnie Dickerson Stewart, SVP Career Advancement & Inclusion at Digitas Denise Hewett Founder of Scriptd Jill Abbott, Head of Consumer & Athlete Engagement at Gatorade Michael Munoz, Diversity Business Partner at Google Jezz Chung Diversity & Engagement Lead at Anomaly Michele Prota, CTO Forsman & Bodenfors Lindsay Stein, Editor of CampaignUS Vincent Bragg Founder of ConCreates All brought to you by Disruptor Series hosts Doug Melville CDO of TBWA, Erin Reilly, President of TBWAChiatDay LA and Rob Schwartz, CEO of TBWAChiatDay NY.  Credits Hosts - Rob Schwartz, Doug Melville, and Erin Reilly Intro/Outro Voiced by Sophia Barnett Executive Producer - Sean Riojas Producer - Natalie Zeller Audio Engineer/Sound Design - Corey Bauman

Maria Shriver is not only one of the greatest women of our time — she is one of the greatest women of all time. From award-winning journalist to former First Lady of California, to mother, sister, daughter and cousin, Maria Shriver has pretty much seen it all and done it all. In this special live conversation, Maria Shriver sits down with Disruptor Series co-founder Doug Melville to discuss the process of turning her weekly writings into her latest New York Times best-selling book I've Been Thinking... Maria also shares her thoughts on empathy, mental health, the women's movement and the power within us all. Recorded live at TBWAChiatDay NY on Madison Avenue. Listen in here.    Credits Host - Doug Melville  Intro/Outro Voiced by Sophia Barnett Executive Producer - Sean Riojas Audio Engineer/Sound Design - Corey Bauman  

Welcome to Episode 1 of TradeSecrets by Tripletote. On this episode we interview Bruce Popek and Doug Melville of Design Innovation. They tell us how they got into the product design business, how they started, Design Innovation, and how they help entrepreneurs and inventors.

On this special episode, you can here award-winning comedians, show-runners and writers Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson live at TBWAChiatDay in New York. Here the hilarious duo sits down with Disruptor Series co-founder Doug Melville to talk about their rise through the rough and tumble world of comedy. And all about the ways their Comedy Central series Broad City disrupts the classic Hollywood model. They'll make you laugh, too. Listen in right here. Credits Host - Doug Melville Executive Producer - Sean Riojas Audio Engineer/Sound Design - Corey Bauman

If you like to play it safe, when it comes to living your live full out, then kindly fasten your safety belts for this next conversation. If, on the other hand, you fancy yourself a risk taker, an innovator or an unstoppable force of audacious dreams, then join us out on the skinny branches of the tree, where the sunlight touches down and great ideas spring to life. Say hello to Doug Melville; entrepreneur and intrapreneur of the new millennium. Doug is a bona fide Madman of New York’s Madison Avenue.  He’s also a man who thrives on the juice of the side hustle. He cannot be bound by traditional frameworks and doesn’t want you to be either. In this scintillating pod chat, Doug opens up about his success, with a passion for YOUR success. You heard right.  And if you’re a person of color, he’s got you covered. Doug is the Chief Diversity Officer for TBWA Worldwide. That means he specializes in securing gainful employment and entrepreneurial opportunities for women and people of color, in areas of commerce where their talents might otherwise go unrecognized or ignored. No matter what challenges or discouragement you may be experiencing in the face of your dreams, this conversation is happening at the right time, in the right place, at the right speed for your life. This is your ultimate, breakthrough catalyst for success in whatever you’re pursuing. Join us for an amazing conversation with Doug Melville of Madison Avenue, NYC.

This week on the VO School podcast we are celebrating our 20th episode by honoring Black History Month with a show devoted to the founders of the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences (SOVAS), which boast the longest running and most prolific voice over conference in the world. This episode is guest hosted by chief diversity officer for international advertising agency TBWA, Doug Melville. Doug brings a wealth of knowledge to this episode. He is intimately familiar with the SOVAS mission, and he matches that mission as a vocal proponent of diversity in all its forms both in his day-to-day role within TBWA, and via his personal outreach on social media and public appearances. Joining us this week on the podcast are power couple, Joan Baker (voice actor and author of Secrets of Voiceover Success) and Rudy Gaskins (Emmy Award-winning producer and creative director). Joan and Rudy are the founders of the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences, a Not-for-Profit organization that brings education, job training and award recognition to the global voiceover community. They organize and present professional networking events, workshops, presentations, job opportunities and learning opportunities across America, and curate That’s Voiceover! Career Expo and The Voice Arts® Awards. In this episode we learn how Joan and Rudy established themselves in the industry, how they advocate for the concerted inclusion of talent from diverse backgrounds, where they believe the industry is heading, the importance of the human voice and how the collaboration of technology and voiceover presents new and exciting opportunities for voice actors.

In episode 11 of the VO School Podcast we spoke with Celia Siegel and Doug Melville about marketing and branding as it relates to voice actors. In today’s episode we are putting those theories to the test as we take a peek behind the curtain of a brand audit. Celia shows us her process of breaking down and distilling a voice actors personality, their voice, their demo and their aesthetic to create a marketable brand. Marisa Blake is our competition winner and the subject of Celia’s examination. Marisa restarted her voiceover career three years ago and is looking to reinvigorate her brand. We get to listen in as Celia illuminates her process, starting with a questionnaire that probes Marisa’s history, her opinion of herself, her ambitions for the future and her opinions of the world. The process is a mesmerizing stream of consciousness that is at times poetic and others incisive.

This week’s podcast episode is the final part of our Voiceover Guide. We cover such wide ranging subjects as voiceover conferences, anxiety and motivation, branding and marketing and the business and legal practices successful voice actors employ. What will attending a voiceover conference do for your career? How can you perform your best at an audition, even if you suffer from anxiety? What is the difference between branding and marketing? What does a Madison Ave advertising executive look for when choosing a voice talent? And how should you structure your business affairs? Podcast guests this week include voiceover conference directors Gerrald Griffith (VO Atlanta) and Dave Courvoisier (WOVO Con). Psychologist Dr. Chloe Carmichael, author, voice actor and comedian Anna Vocino, marketing and advertising gurus Celia Siegel and Doug Melville, and business savvy brainboxes Tom Dheere and Robert Sciglimpaglia.

This week on the VO School Podcast we are discussing how an actor markets and brands themselves in 2017 and beyond. How you present yourself to the world can make or break your career and we discuss the various approaches that can help you to stand out in a crowded field. What is the difference between branding and marketing? How soon should you start your marketing journey? What are the gatekeepers looking for when they choose talent? And what are the major no-no’s and turn-offs that will hinder your chances? Joining me this week are two titans of the marketing world - Celia Siegel is the founder of Celia Siegel Management, widely recognized for building strong personal brands for voice talent. Before creating CSM, Celia was a respected talent agent with stints at CESD, JE and Wehmann. A brand builder, certified life and business coach, success strategist and talent manager, Celia has advanced the careers of top VO talent for more than two decades. Doug Melville is Chief Diversity Officer for TBWAWorldwide, a top ten ranked global advertising agency. Since joining the TBWA, he’s led efforts that resulted in more than $150mm being spent with multicultural + women owned businesses in the creative space. He’s presented 3 TEDx talks on the topic and made multiple appearances on Fox Business. And in a first for the podcast we are launching an exciting competition! You could win a brand audit from Celia that we will be recording and putting it out as a future episode. Submission details are in the episode or you can visit our Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/voschoolpodcast/).

  If you think Snoop Dogg is just a rapper then you’re in for a surprise. Snoop is creating music and so much more. He’s curating and producing award-winning shows like “Get Out” and “Atlanta.” He’s creating and starring in content like “Pot Luck Dinner Party" with Martha Stewart, he’s making documentaries for Netflix and creating bits for Jimmy Kimmel. Also, with close to 20 million followers on Instagram, Snoop is a force of social media nature. And he’s not just posting on social media, he’s owning pieces of these platforms. And this is only half of it. On this special edition of the Disruptor Series Podcast, recorded live at the 2017 ADCOLOR Conference, Snoop sits down with Disruptor Series co-founder, Doug Melville and Ryan Ford the Chief Creative Officer of Snoop’s ad agency, Cashmere. As Snoop says, he’s “Disrupting to push the culture forward.” Listen and be inspired. Credits Host - Doug Melville Intro/Outro Voiced by Theresa Howard/Sophia Barnett Executive Producer - Dan Bradbury Audio Engineer/Sound Design - Corey Bauman

Step into this insightful conversation between Michael Zeldin and Doug Melville on the latest episode of "That Said." Together, they explore the narrative of Doug's new book, Invisible Generals: Rediscovering Family Legacy, and a Quest to Honor America's First Black Generals. This remarkable true story unveils the pivotal roles played by Benjamin O. Davis, Sr., and Jr., America's first Black generals, in integrating the military and fostering the iconic Tuskegee Airmen.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy