Caralene Robinson
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Chris "Gotti" Lorenzo
Chris "Gotti"
Lorenzo
Lorenzo
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A true visionary and entrepreneur, Chris “Gotti” Lorenzo has spent over two decades shaping the landscape of music, entertainment, and business. Best known as the co-founder of the legendary Murder Inc. Records, Chris played a key role in launching the careers of iconic artists like Ja Rule, Ashanti, and Lloyd, cementing his status as a power player in the industry.
Never one to stay in one lane, Chris has had his hands in launching multiple businesses over the years, always staying ahead of the curve. As the founder of Add Ventures Music, a revolutionary music distribution platform, he’s helping independent artists retain ownership while scaling their reach and revenue—giving power back to the creatives.
His influence extends beyond music. With Clash Basketball, Chris has created a dynamic space that combines athleticism, entertainment, and competition, offering a new platform for both basketball talent and fans alike. Meanwhile, through ARC Films, he’s bringing authentic stories to the screen, building a bridge between urban narratives and cinematic excellence.
A true serial entrepreneur, Chris is constantly building. With several ventures already under his belt, he’s actively working on new projects that span across industries, continuing to expand his empire while staying rooted in community and culture.
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Mike Tollin
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Premier Breakfast
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Wed, Oct 8
Time
8:30AM – 9:00AM
Location
Delta Premier Lounge
Address
Spring Studios
50 Varick St,
New York, NY 10013
Speakers & Moderators
Premier registrants only
Global Chief Creative Officer, gotham
Founder, Kitchen Table
Get your day started with coffee, juice, and light fare in the Delta Premier lounge.
This Blackweek breakfast is proudly sponsored by Delta. We’re grateful for their generous support and commitment to right-sizing industries to help create more opportunity for equity and ownership.
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Date
Wed, Oct 8
Time
8:30AM – 9:00AM
Location
Delta Premier Lounge
Address
Spring Studios
50 Varick St,
New York, NY 10013
Vanessa Rissetto
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Vanessa Rissetto is a registered dietitian (RD) and the CEO and Co-founder of Culina Health, a revolutionary clinical nutrition care company created in 2020. Prior to starting this venture, she served as the Director of Dietetic Internships at New York University (NYU), where she led the clinical nutrition treatment for a diverse patient population and mentored early-career dietitians — many of whom now work at Culina Health.
Before changing careers and becoming an RD, Vanessa earned a bachelor’s degree in history from Fordham University and a master’s degree in marketing from NYU. Today, she seamlessly integrates her passions for business, entrepreneurship and nutrition as the CEO of Culina Health.
Under Vanessa’s leadership, Culina Health has raised $20 million in venture funding. Culina Health has become a leading trusted care provider for physician referrals, with patient outcomes consistently surpassing industry averages. She has also cultivated an all-female leadership team, who strives to make nutrition care more inclusive and accessible for everyone. A sought-after speaker, Vanessa is a frequent guest on the Today Show and has shared her expertise at investor and industry summits such as Rethink, Graham & Walker, and Tensility. Her insights have garnered national press coverage in publications including The New York Times, Bon Appetit, Vogue, Women’s Health, Shape, Good Housekeeping, Men’s Health, Prevention, PopSugar, Well+Good, Refinery29, INSIDER, and Allure.
Vanessa’s accolades extend beyond her entrepreneurial success. Recently honored by Goldman Sachs as one of the “Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs in 2023, ” she has also been recognized by Essence as one of the “Black Nutritionists Who Will Change the Way You Think About Food, ” by Byrdie as one of the “Dietitians Carving Out Space for Black People in the Nutrition Industry, ” and by NPR as “A Black Dietitian Wants to Close the Nutrition Gap. ” Beyond her professional endeavors, Vanessa is known for her love of Doritos, her commitment to her community, and her uncanny ability to remember people’s birthdays.
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Power, Pleasure & Purchase: How Savage X Fenty Redefined the Consumer Relationship
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Date
Wed, Oct 8
Time
2:30PM – 3:15PM
Stage
Premier stage
Address
Spring Studios
50 Varick St,
New York, NY 10013
Speakers & Moderators
Diversity Media Strategy & Investment, General Motors

Mike Tresvant
TBD
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Savage X Fenty didn’t just build a brand—it built a movement rooted in self-expression, sensuality, and unapologetic representation. In this conversation, Savage X Fenty CMO Vanessa Wallace unpacks how emotional connection drives brand loyalty in an era of short attention spans, algorithm fatigue, and performative inclusion. Expect an honest discussion on the art of blending commerce with culture, and how vulnerability, voice, and visibility create buying power that transcends product.
This Blackweek discussion is proudly sponsored by Shipt. We’re grateful for their generous support and commitment to right-sizing industries to help create more opportunity for equity and ownership.
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Date
Wed, Oct 8
Time
2:30PM – 3:15PM
Stage
Premier
Address
Spring Studios
50 Varick St,
New York, NY 10013
Decoding the Culture Algorithm for Growth
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Date
Wed, Oct 8
Time
1:00PM – 2:00PM
Stage
Salon stage
Address
Spring Studios
50 Varick St,
New York, NY 10013
Speakers & Moderators
President & CEO of TV One
EVP of Editorial Content at Ebony Media
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This fireside chat will explore how marketers can responsibly leverage AI and data to authentically engage Black audiences and communities of color without flattening or erasing culture in the process. The conversation will spotlight Horizon Media’s cultural fluency and commitment to addressing systemic inequities in media through human-centered technology, while also examining how leaders at Ebony and TV One are redefining media for lasting cultural and commercial impact. Together, they will consider how AI and data can empower culturally resonant storytelling, the balance between algorithmic insights and human intuition, and the business and societal case for equitable investment in diverse media platforms.
This Blackweek discussion is proudly sponsored by Horizon Media. We’re grateful for their generous support and commitment to right-sizing industries to help create more opportunity for equity and ownership.
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Date
Wed, Oct 8
Time
1:00PM – 2:00PM
Stage
Salon stage
Address
Spring Studios
50 Varick St,
New York, NY 10013
Amplify Media Data Driven
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Date
Tue, Oct 7
Time
4:00PM – 4:45PM
Stage
Premier stage
Address
Spring Studios
50 Varick St,
New York, NY 10013
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TBD

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Diversity Media Strategy & Investment, General Motors

Mike Tresvant
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This Blackweek discussion is proudly sponsored by Shipt. We’re grateful for their generous support and commitment to right-sizing industries to help create more opportunity for equity and ownership.
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Tue, Oct 7
Time
4:00PM – 4:45PM
Stage
Premier stage
Address
Spring Studios
50 Varick St,
New York, NY 10013
Creator Upfronts: Encantos
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Date
Wed, Oct 8
Time
3:30PM – 3:55PM
Stage
Salon stage
Address
Spring Studios
50 Varick St,
New York, NY 10013
Speakers & Moderators
Diversity Media Strategy & Investment, General Motors

Mike Tresvant
TBD
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Latino families are the fastest-growing, youngest, and most culturally influential audience in America. They represent nearly a quarter of U.S. box office sales, over-index on children’s products, and drive growth across consumer goods, mobile TV, and streaming. Despite their impact, they remain underrepresented in media and marketing.
In this session, Susie Jaramillo, CEO of Encantos, shares how her company reaches more than 20 million families each month by going direct to consumers through tech platforms and fan communities. She makes the case for a new model where brands act not just as media buyers, but as culture shapers and media builders—unlocking growth through authentic partnerships with Latino families and other communities defining America’s future.
This Blackweek discussion is proudly sponsored by Shipt. We’re grateful for their generous support and commitment to right-sizing industries to help create more opportunity for equity and ownership.
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Date
Wed, Oct 8
Time
3:30PM – 3:55PM
Stage
Salon stage
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Spring Studios
50 Varick St,
New York, NY 10013



























