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Social & Influencers

The perks of being a creator executive

Social networking and events platform Pie brought on entrepreneur and creator Nadya Okamoto to lead its marketing efforts as CMO. Here’s what that looks like.


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Social & Influencers

The unexpected brands running creators want to work with

After a run, “I always want ice cream,” one runner said. Another dreams of a cookie sponsorship. But snack-food brands are few and far between in running partnerships…so far.


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Social & Influencers

How Vivian Tu went from creator to SoFi’s chief of financial empowerment

Tu, who assumed the role in November, is now the face of SoFi’s latest TV and streaming campaign.


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Social & Influencers

How creator Jake Schroeder unlocked a comedy and audio niche tailor-made for brands

Schroeder’s short, comedic ballads feature just about everything under the sun, and brands are clamoring to work with him.


Niamh Adkins
Social & Influencers

What creator Niamh Adkins looks for in a brand partner

“Let [creators] come up with something that, with their specific set of marketing skills, will work best,” Adkins said.


Anna Kai
Social & Influencers

What creator Anna Kai looks for in a brand partner

The creator, who’s built a 2+ million following across TikTok and Instagram, told us that humor and audience trust are top of mind.


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Social & Influencers

400 creators reveal what’s most important in a brand partnership

Half of respondents cited “receiving timely payments” as a challenge.

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