THE VOICE OF ADVERTISING SUMMIT 
Three Days of Advertising Inspiration, Awards & Networking 

As the Managing Principal and CISO of Volar Consulting, David Africano channels his expertise into providing tailor-made IT and cybersecurity solutions, paying particular attention to small businesses' needs with complex technological and compliance environments. He finds fulfillment in helping these enterprises leverage technology to their strategic advantage, nurturing a mindset prioritizing digital innovation. Be

David's role at Volar Consulting and his professional journey highlights his dedication to excellence in cybersecurity, a passion for lifelong learning, and a deep-seated belief in the power of collaboration and community service.

Lauren Bucci serves as the Senior Manager for Programmatic Sales for the Southeast at Spectrum Reach, the Advertising Division of Charter Communications. As an experienced sales leader who specializes in building successful multimedia advertising campaigns, Lauren helps large national media agencies and local direct clients transact on linear TV, streaming, addressable, programmatic, and digital media.  With years of experience in the digital and TV space, Lauren’s resume includes time at NBCU’s Peacock, the New York Interconnect, and Comcast’s Advertising Division, Effectv.

Warren Hypes was named Vice President of Creative & Brand in January 2023, his 14th season with the Tampa Bay Rays. In this role, Warren oversees all internal and external creative content and branding efforts, as well as strategic design paths for all Rays marketing campaigns, on-field uniform initiatives and player-driven content pieces. Warren has been instrumental in the planning and execution of the Rays 20th and 25th anniversary season celebrations. 

Warren began his time with the Club as an intern in the Marketing department where he made an immediate impact on the visual communications of the team. He was named Rays Employee of the Year in 2015 and recognized as a 40 Under 40 Up & Comer by the Tampa Bay Business Journal in 2017. 

Customer Success Manager at Catalina Marketing

Director of Content Marketing at Zillas.

Presented by Will Gregory, Forsythe Chair in Advertising at Florida Southern College

Matt is a vision-driven thinker who is known for shaking people from their comfort zone. A sought-after creative leader, his portfolio is stacked with 15+ years of nationally recognized work for a diverse range of notable clients in retail and sports, like Bealls, VISIT FLORIDA, Audio-Technica, and Tampa Bay Rays, all the way to clients in healthcare and financial industries, like 3M, Ameriprise Financial, Mayo Clinic, and Medtronic.

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Under Matt’s direction, ChappellRoberts integrates progressive methods of collaboration that inspire great creativity within our team and deliver game-changing results for our clients.

Makisha Noël is a media personality, creator, and global marketing strategist. She has been gracing stages for 10+ years as a speaker and talent. From being tapped by the U.S. Department of State to speak on community building in Istanbul, Turkey, for the Middle Eastern Partnership Initiative to presenting at the Annual ADCOLOR Awards in Los Angeles, California, Makisha's influence spans the globe. As a global marketing strategist, she has consulted on social strategy for brands from Samsung to Mastercard. Her strategies are applicable for businesses large and small, regardless of industry. 

Jen MacKendree is a Healthcare Marketing professional with 12 years of invaluable experience in the field. Originally from New Jersey, she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from Stockton University before furthering her education with a Master's Degree in Healthcare Marketing from Lasell University. Currently serving as the System Director of Marketing at Health First in Brevard County, Jen is deeply committed to driving innovative marketing strategies within the healthcare sector.

Passionate about the realms of marketing, communications, and advertising, Jen is continually driven by her pursuit to remain at the forefront of industry trends, particularly in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

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Arnold Foote is a highly accomplished advertising professional with 38 years of experience in the industry, currently serving as the Executive Chairman and ECD (Executive Creative Director) for Advertising & Marketing (Ja.) Ltd., (AdMark) in Kingston, Jamaica. Throughout his career, he has achieved numerous successes and established himself as one of the World's Top 100 Most Influential Marketing Personalities according to the World Marketing Congress in 2018 (Mumbai, India). Arnold's expertise lies in advertising creativity, and he has earned multiple awards and accolades for his work from Addy’s to Telly’s to Baltics Best (in Europe).

Doug is the Managing Partner of AkinsParker Florida, one outpost of a creative agency with offices in Orlando, Los Angeles and Charleston. Since he was a young lad, Doug dreamed of guzzling martinis while scrawling headlines on yellow pads. Thankfully, that never happened and instead he now leads a team of talented creative folks doing work for inspired clients.