Photo provided:Davos_Asmith_CDC Adrianne C. Smith is a trailblazing leader in global inclusion, serving as SVP and senior partner, chief inclusion and impact officer at FleishmanHillard. As founder of the Cannes Can: Diversity Collective (C:DC), she created Inkwell Beach activations at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity and during the World Economic Forum in Davos….
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How Adrianne C. Smith Turned Inclusion Into a Global Power Play with ‘Inkwell Beach’ in Cannes, France
Adrianne C. Smith isn’t simply leading the conversation on diversity—she’s reshaping the framework. As Senior Vice President and Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer at FleishmanHillard, and founder of the Cannes Can: Diversity Collective (CC:DC), Smith has transformed words like “equity” and “access” from corporate jargon into cultural imperatives. With more than two decades of experience,…
Black Women Need To Be In Switzerland during ‘The World Economic Forum’
The World Economic Forum (WEF), held each year in Davos, Switzerland, from January 20–25, brings together leaders from business, government, and society to tackle global challenges. Once dominated by elites, WEF is now opening up to diverse voices. For Black women, it’s more than just being included—it’s about transforming the conversation to ensure true equity…
Adrianne C. Smith’s Bold Vision is Revolutionizing DEI in Global Spaces including the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland
Press Play above to watch the interview in its entirety. Adrianne C. Smith is redefining what it means to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) on a global stage. As the founder of the Can: Diversity Collective (C:DC) and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at FleishmanHillard, Smith is on a mission to transform global spaces…