Marcom Weekly's 28 Powerful Black Leaders

Having control and influence over people and events is a key attribute of being a powerful leader. Today’s leaders in marketing communications and media often climb corporate ladders despite racial bias and other red tape. They are recognized champions, titans and trailblazers not only in their profession but also within their communities and Marcom Weekly recognizes their contributions. We’ve compiled a list of some of the most recognized leaders who have demonstrated extraordinary success in the industry, influence teams and are trusted by the c-suite. More importantly, their work continues to contribute back to people of color in meaningful ways. Marcom Weekly is proud to announce its inaugural list of 28 Powerful Black Leaders in Marketing and Media.

Garner is the executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary for THINK450, the marketing and licensing division of National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) Inc. Garner leads THINK450’s operations and corporate governance compliance. She was the lead negotiator on NBPA’s largest licensing deals, including those with Take-Two Interactive (NBA2K), Nike and Panini America. Garner was also instrumental to the NBPA’s partnerships with Anheuser-Busch as well as the NBPA’s social-justice initiatives with DoorDash’s #PayItForward challenge supporting Black-owned businesses and Kia Motors holiday campaign to provide much-needed relief to families impacted by the pandemic. She was once named to the Super Lawyers’ Rising Stars list and to the National Black Lawyers’ Top 40 under 40.