Candace Marie is a highly sought out social media consultant and creative, part time Lecturer at Parsons teaching graduate and executive level courses on social media, as well as founder of Black In Corporate – a much-needed resource for Black individuals looking for relief, support, and guidance in their jobs. While the digital expert has received many accolades in her career, she was featured in American VOGUE’s September issue, where she was recognized as an ‘unsung hero of the fashion industry’—in which they highlighted both her profession as well as her non-profit Black In Corporate.
“Candace Marie is one of fashion’s most desired social media consultants.”
-BUSINESS INSIDER
Background
Marie serves as a distinguished creator and authoritative across an array of elite industries – having consulted and worked for companies such as Prada, Beyonce’s Parkwood, Chanel, Barneys New York, Essence, Refinery 29, and many more – as well has partnered as a creative with companies such as Dior, Chanel, Crate & Barrel, Ikea, Nordstrom, Tommy Hilfiger, ULTA, Helmut Lang and many more. She is a proven leader with a MBA as well as diverse knowledge in social media, influencer marketing, partnerships, communications, PR, and content. Responsible for captivating and engaging millions of people in the luxury, entertainment, fashion, and editorial space through 10+ years of experience, measurable performance outcomes and creative messaging for both a domestic and international market.
Ultimately, Candace prides herself for being both an advocate and curator of minority creatives in the social media space. And overall uses her respected voice in the industry to champion for people of color behind corporate walls – where change is often needed the most.
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Candace Marie is indeed one of the faces of entrepreneurship
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Panel Highlights
· Parsons School Of Design: Branding & Communications
· Instagram: Creators Account Launch
· Essence Festival: Diversity In Luxury Fashion
· Forbes: Sustaining Mentor/Sponsor Relationships
· Yahoo News: Black In Corporate Teams up with Kering Group
· SCAD University: Behind The Lens
· Nordstrom: The Futures - Black In Corporate