Ann Fudge is the former CEO of Young
and Rubicam (Y&R) Brands, a marketing and communications company
specializing in advertising, and digital and social media, etc. A
trailblazer, Ms. Fudge was the first African American to lead a major
advertising firm. She led the global company, then worth $3.4B, from
2003-2006.
Before coming to Y&R, she was President of the $5 billion Beverages, Desserts and Post Division at Kraft Foods. She managed many familiar brands including Maxwell House Coffee, Kool Aid, and Crystal Light. Currently, Ms. Fudge serves on the Board of several companies and organizations.
In this brief video, she gives advice to women who are leading in today's business environment. "Be authentic" is one of Ann Fudge's core messages. In fact, she directs her advice to both men and women.
Before coming to Y&R, she was President of the $5 billion Beverages, Desserts and Post Division at Kraft Foods. She managed many familiar brands including Maxwell House Coffee, Kool Aid, and Crystal Light. Currently, Ms. Fudge serves on the Board of several companies and organizations.
In this brief video, she gives advice to women who are leading in today's business environment. "Be authentic" is one of Ann Fudge's core messages. In fact, she directs her advice to both men and women.
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