As a veteran marketer and brand strategist, Amani Duncan leads the creative advertising agency BBH New York and embraces the firm’s philosophy “when the world zigs, zag.” In this episode, she advises that being earnest and authentic is the most important way to forge a professional path, while never compromising integrity or sense of self. Inspired by the arts with a passion for piano, Duncan initially pursued a career in the music industry and got her foot in the door by interning for Def Jam Records. Duncan relays her experiences in senior leadership positions as a Black woman, and offers guidance on how to use networking to your advantage.
