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The BrandLab’s mission is to open the marketing and advertising profession to all voices and perspectives. We envision sustainable careers in inclusive workplaces for all through exposure, access, and opportunity in the marketing and advertising profession.
CONTACT USStudents Thrive in Marketing and Advertising
We aim to open access to the marketing and advertising profession for individuals who have not traditionally had opportunities in the field. We focus on individuals from educational, social, and economic backgrounds that have not traditionally been represented in the profession.
Our ProgramsPartners Help to Launch Sustainable Careers
Corporations, agencies, educational partners, and industry volunteers help us to break down barriers for the next generation of marketing and advertising talent.
Get InvolvedFearless Programming Cultivates Fearless Conversations
Fearless programming is designed to foster inclusion and a sense of belonging, with the goal of creating a more inclusive marketing and advertising industry. We do this work through our annual Fearless Conference, Fearless On-Demand, and our State of The Profession Report.
Be FearlessAlumni Shaping the Profession
Arianna Vang
Paid Social Analyst at Ovative Group
Arianna Vang is a Paid Social Analyst at Ovative Group and a graduate of the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, with a degree in Business and Marketing Education. She is the founder of SAWV (Southeast Asian Women’s Virtue), supporting her community’s personal and professional development. Arianna interned with The BrandLab for two years and was awarded the 2024 Ovative x TBL Scholarship.
Anthony Silva
Marketing Specialist at Rise Sync
Anthony Silva discovered his passion for understanding consumer behavior during his first internship with The BrandLab in 2019. Since then, he has completed five internships and built a career spanning across retail, healthcare, and personal development. Outside of work, Anthony volunteers with the Torch Foundation, supporting developing leadership skills in the next generation of leaders.
Emely Cruz
Digital Marketing Associate at Fresco Marketing
Emely is currently a Digital Marketing Associate at Fresco Marketing, where she helps manage content and social media strategy. Through TBL, she completed two internships—first as a high school intern at Barkley, and later as a PR intern at Trozzolo Communications Group. In 2024, she was honored to speak on the alumni panel at the TBL Fearless Conference, sharing her journey and experiences.
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