Comcast Hosts the Changemakers Dinner: the Future of Tech and Entertainment in Atlanta
June 28 2023 - 10:00AM
Business Wire
More than 60 leading influencers join
discussion about Black representation in media, technology and the
future of Atlanta
On Tuesday, June 13, Comcast hosted The Changemakers Dinner: The
Future of Tech and Entertainment in Atlanta, a dynamic and
groundbreaking event that brought together more than 60 Black
reporters, content creators, media personalities, and social media
influencers who collectively engaged with Comcast thought leaders
and explored the importance of bolstering Black communities and
voices.
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JUNE 13: (L-R) Sophia
Marshall, Toni Murphy, Jason Gumbs, Loren Hudson, Keesha Boyd and
C. J. Faison attend The Changemakers Dinner In Atlanta: The Future
of Tech And Entertainment, presented by COMCAST, on June 13, 2023
in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo: Business Wire)
The speaker lineup included Comcast Central Division Senior Vice
President of Communications Sophia Marshall, Comcast Central
Division Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing Toni Murphy,
Senior Vice President of Comcast’s Big South Region Jason Gumbs,
Comcast NBCUniversal Chief Diversity Officer Loren Hudson, Comcast
NBCUniversal Vice President of Emerging Entertainment Keesha Boyd,
and Emmy-nominated producer CJ Faison.
The event included a fireside chat between Boyd and Faison, who
highlighted Black Experience on Xfinity through the lens of
Faison’s series, “The Black Beauty Effect.” In 2021, Comcast
NBCUniversal launched the Black Experience, a first-of-its-kind
destination of Black entertainment, movies, TV shows, news, and
more. Industry leaders curate the channel and feature content from
many of Xfinity's existing network partners while investing
millions of dollars in fostering and showcasing emerging Black
content creators nationwide.
The event also underscored Comcast’s commitment to enhancing
digital equity in Atlanta and the communities it serves through
Project UP, a comprehensive initiative to advance digital equity
and help build a future of unlimited possibilities. Backed by a $1
billion commitment to reach tens of millions of people, Project UP
encompasses the programs and community partnerships across Comcast,
NBCUniversal, and Sky that connect people to the Internet, advance
economic mobility, and open doors for the next generation of
innovators, entrepreneurs, storytellers, and creators.
"Comcast is a global media and technology company deeply
committed to closing the digital divide," said Marshall. “In
Atlanta, and every community we serve, we are investing in our
programming, products and partnerships to drive the change we wish
to see in our industry and beyond."
Along with Comcast's digital equity initiatives, the event
featured Comcast's newest products and services, including the
on-demand streaming service, NOW TV, and Xfinity's 10G network.
“This is a game-changing time for Comcast,” Murphy said. “We’re
thrilled to have had a platform to share some of our newest
innovations with this important community of creatives.”
Murphy believes that Comcast's dedication to bolstering diverse
voices is evident in its products and the breadth of voices and
backgrounds represented on its executive level.
"There is immense value in representation – both in the media
you consume and in those who provide you with that media," Murphy
said. "No media provider is more committed to this representation
than Comcast."
After the presentation, guests connected with Comcast executives
and representatives, walked the red carpet and networked with
fellow changemakers.
Comcast initiatives and products shared during the Changemakers
Dinner: The Future of Tech and Entertainment in Atlanta
included:
- NOW TV: a new streaming offering that includes 40+ live
channels from A+E Networks, AMC, Hallmark and Warner Bros.
Discovery, plus 20+ integrated FAST channels from NBC, Sky and Xumo
Play, and a subscription to Peacock Premium at no additional
cost.
- Project Up: a comprehensive initiative to advance
digital equity and help build a future of unlimited possibilities.
Backed by a $1 billion commitment to reach tens of millions of
people, Project UP encompasses the programs and community
partnerships across Comcast, NBCUniversal, and Sky that connect
people to the Internet, advance economic mobility, and open doors
for the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, storytellers,
and creators.
- Xfinity Mobile - is a powerful nationwide network with
5G and millions of secure WiFi Hotspots. Xfinity Mobile has built a
different kind of mobile network – one that’s built for the way
people want to use mobile today. With a reliable network,
competitive pricing, and flexibility that puts Xfinity Mobile
customers in control, it’s clear to see why millions have made the
switch. Visit Xfinity Mobile to learn more about the best kept
secret in wireless.
About Comcast Corporation
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and
technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide,
to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach
hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide.
We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through
Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream
leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including
NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible
theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations
& Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more
information.
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