Firework

Firework

Powering over 1,000 direct-to-consumer brands, retailers, and media publishers worldwide, Firework brings TikTok-like interactive video experiences to your own websites and apps. We enable customers to create and host native, shoppable video content for engaging product discovery, seamless shopping experiences, and a deeper emotional connection with consumers. The company has raised over $235M with its latest Series B round led by SoftBank Vision Fund 2.

Website:
https://firework.com/us/

Contact:
Tori Squeo
Director, Agency Partnerships
e. [email protected]
c. 973.975.3388

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BlackCannabis Magazine

#BlackCannabis Magazine

Black Cannabis is an organization that was created to provide a clear understanding of the legal cannabis industry that is 100% fact based with the indelible goal of creating generational wealth for people of color. The mission of Black Cannabis Magazine is to destroy the negative connotation commonly associated with the legal cannabis industry.  Founded by Hazey Taughtme, Black Cannabis Magazine is a catalyst for economic growth within the black and brown community and is a proud badge of honor for a one of a kind human being whose moral compass stands as the perfect example of humanity.

Website:
https://blackcannabismagazine.com/

Contact:
Hazey “Haze” Taughtme
(310) 467-3979
[email protected]

The Africa Channel

The Africa Channel

The Africa Channel is a showcase for the African continent’s most outstanding English language television series, specials, documentaries, feature films, music, soaps, biographies, current business analyses, and cultural and historical programs. These programs reflect the people of Africa, their incredible stories, their daily lives, their music and art, and their successes, celebrations and challenges

Website:
https://theafricachannel.com

Contact:
Dean Cates
SVP of Business Development
(424) 543-4596
[email protected]

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Liquid Soul

Liquid Soul

LIQUID SOUL is a culturally driven, full-service marketing agency that helps brands connect organically with consumers through marketing programs, branded content, community outreach, live experiences, influencer engagement, digital and social media. Strategic insights, brand objectives, inspired creative, and flawless execution is what allows LIQUID SOUL to deliver best-in-class campaigns. Established in 2001, LIQUID SOUL dominates a unique niche category of services in which sports, entertainment, politics (LIQUID SOUL POLITICO), tech, retail, finance and consumer brands have come to leverage time and time again. We are 100% dedicated to quality customer service, superior performance, metrics and results.

Website:
www.goliquidsoul.com

Contact:
Tirrell D. Whittley
CEO – Founder
LIQUID SOUL
O: 404.892.2836

Upscale Magazine

Upscale Media Group

Upscale is the ultimate lifestyle magazine addressing the needs of stylish, informed and progressive African- Americans. On our pages, you will find the latest news in entertainment, beauty, fashion, health, fitness and travel. It is more than a magazine, it is a lifestyle. It is a place to be empowered and inspired to live loudly, learn smartly and embrace life with passion.

Website:
https://upscalemagazine.com

Contact:

Billie E. Dyson

[email protected]

(818) 929-9886