When Black Influencers Were Left Out Of A Black History Month Campaign

When a top global brand launched a high-budget Black History Month campaign, influencers Jen @vegasstarfish and Renee Summerour-Brown @SummaOurVegasnoticed something disturbing: a lack of Black creators in a campaign meant to highlight Black-owned businesses. This candid conversation exposes the challenges of negotiating influencer partnerships, the reality of tokenism, and the need for true representation.

In this Fargo Talks clip, you’ll discover:

The behind-the-scenes reality of influencer marketing campaigns.
Why creators demand transparency about budgets.
How performative inclusion hurts real progress.
This is a must-watch for anyone passionate about diversity and the power of authentic representation.

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