Chaucer Barnes is the Chief Marketing Officer of UnitedMasters Inc., where he bridges the worlds of music and advertising. His career has been marked by his ability to bridge cultural gaps and create impactful strategies for some of the world’s biggest brands. In his current role spanning Translation and UnitedMasters, Chaucer leverages his extensive background as a media planner, brand strategist, creative director, partnership architect, and independent musician to orchestrate innovative solutions that reshape brand behavior. His work aims to create a new normal in how brands and creators gain fame and influence in today’s world. Chaucer has spoken at several industry events, including the Sundance Film Festival, Cannes Lions Festival, and Tribeca Film Festival, and has been featured in Ad Age, Adweek, Fox 5 NY, and Campaign US. He has also been a guest on multiple podcasts, including Morgan Stanley’s Access and Opportunity podcast and Blavity’s Black Tech Green Money podcast. He currently serves as an executive board member of the Advertising Club of New York.