Jon Wexler has stories you won’t believe. The former Global Entertainment and Influencer Marketing VP at Adidas kicks it with George Manley about Kanye’s Yeezy empire & harnessing lightning in a bottle, one drop at a time. A special live episode from the world famous Chelsea Music Hall in Manhattan.
At the inaugural Souler Symposium, and in front of a live audience at the Ranch at Rock Creek in Montana, we tackle a crucial topic: the evolution of social media, and where it's headed -- from the authenticity of influencer marketing to the future of brands. George Manley (CEO/Co-Founder for SOULER ) leads a discussion with the dynamic duo of Natalie Zfat (contributing writer to several major business publications, and an influencer authority in the social media marketing space -- @nataliezfat)...
For Actor, Model, Director, and Photographer Jonathan Morgan , the word influencer (and he has influence to the tune of for than 66,000 Instagram followers) isn’t his identity. He prefers to think of himself as an inspirer. And Jon ’s balance of modeling and promotion has allowed him to pick the brands to work with that are authentic to who he is, and paved the way to an organic audience that responds to his content. Jon shares his story with George Manley (CEO/Co-Founder for SOULER ) in the Mou...
A lifelong dream to become a hairstylist leads to a decision to go to culinary school. Then, fashion school. Then lifestyle blogging. And ultimately, influencing. For Batsheva Weinstein, the journey may have been necessary to get to the destination. Batsheva shares her story with George Manley (CEO/Co-Founder for SOULER ) in the MouthMedia Network studios, covering why research is such an important factor if you want to take your blogging seriously; the importance of keeping content fresh and to...
For Aissata Diallo , modeling was never a part of the plan. It was medical school, for this Guinea-born American immigrant. Yet when she was discovered through Instagram and went viral in a short period of time, everything changed. Ultimately, modeling would be what leads her to help her country’s troubled healthcare system. Aissata shares her story with George Manley (CEO/Co-Founder for SOULER ) in the MouthMedia Network studios, covering her challenges navigating how to approach brands; the co...
Spiderman. A bit of misfortune (being bitten by a spider) gave him a future he couldn’t have possibly imagined, casting a web of influence over many. Much like Spiderman, Trevor Bell -- who works in fashion, fitness, nutrition, and motivation -- has quickly grown a role as an effective and active influencer with more than 170,000 Instagram followers. Trevor shares his story with George Manley (CEO/Co-Founder for SOULER ) and guest host Christopher Holland in the MouthMedia Network studios, cover...
Marsha Thompson (@divariashow) is a person of influence. She speaks several languages, travels the world, and champions the movement of a vital art from into the modern cultural landscape. She’s also a formidable opera singer who left college where she had a full scholarship, with just 6 credits to go, to audition for a show. The rest is history. Marsha shares her story with George Manley (CEO/Co-Founder for SOULER ) and guest host Christopher Holland in the MouthMedia Network studios. She discu...
At age nine, violinist Tai Murray made her concert debut with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Social Media Platforms didn’t even yet exist. Before she reached 30, she had been a BBC New Generation Artist for three years. Now, Tai is a busy working concert violinist of the highest caliber, as well as an influencer. In fact, being an active listener and musician enhances her relationship with her followers . Tai shares her story with George Manley (CEO & Co-Founder of SOULER ) in the MouthMedi...
She’s been dubbed The Body, and is known for pushing curvy women into mainstream culture and as a winner of Project Runway. But Liris Crosse, model/actress & pioneer in the fashion industry for full-figured women & Black women, and he daughter of preachers who may have unwittingly set her on her unique path, is focused on showing how using the skills she’s honed as a runway model can help others transform in all aspects of their lives. Liris shares her story with George Manley (CEO &...
Helping to define and navigate the digital space as a creative force for brands and influencers, while becoming a recognized and sought-after business innovator and global digital architect — and balancing that with motherhood… Kendra Bracken-Ferguson, Entrepreneur, Innovator, Transformative Brand Builder, Founder/CEO at BrainTrust, and former Chief Digital Officer at CAA-GBG, shares her story with George Manley (CEO & Co-Founder SOULER ) in the MouthMedia Network studios. Presented by SOULE...
If you know anything about Broderick Hunter, you’d think “supermodel who’s expanding into acting”. And with more than a quarter million Instagram followers, you would think influencer as well. You might not guess he grew up riding bulls and had a pet pig. Or that he studied to be an EMT, and had a promising athletic career ahead of him, only to be cut short by an injury just when things were finally getting good. Most of all, you may not know how deep, thoughtful, and driven a human being Broder...
When it comes to actor Obi Nwankwo, it makes sense that the word “actor” comes from the Latin equivalent of “doer”. His personal philosophy revolves round putting as much positive energy into the world, and his focus on how our focus becomes your reality—and the law of attraction. Obi shares his story with George Manley (CEO & Co-Founder of SOULER ) in the MouthMedia Network studios. Presented by SOULER . In this story: How athletics helped Obi overcome his introverted tendencies Obi’s early...
Betsy Pearce is a high-flying “legal eagle” in the fashion industry, and has been called one of Some of her notable work involves big names you likely know. But to know Betsy herself — she may not may not fit squarely in a box as a”stereotypical” lawyer. She’s much, much more. Fashion’s 50 Most Powerful. Betsy Pearce shares her story with George Manley (CEO & Co-Founder of SOULER ) in the MouthMedia Network studios. Presented by SOULER . In this story: Why Betsy is a proud Minnesotan and why...
Some people seek influence and succeed. And some stumble upon it, and wield it mightily. Greg Davis Jr. —— known widely as Klarity—(with a K)—never set out to become a global special media heavyweight. But this spoken word artist, actor and comedian has built a powerful following, and true influence, both on Instagram and in entertainment. Klarity shares his story with George Manley (CEO & Co-Founder of SOULER ) and special guest host Christopher Holland in the MouthMedia Network studios. Pr...
A consultant who helps small brands build, how her very early connections with social media players led to a successful business, and why with 100k followers within reach, and despite looking and acting like an influencer, she doesn’t see herself as one… Haley Findlay, Travel Entrepreneur, Co-Founder at Exclusively Social, and Founder at Findlay Client Services, shares her story with George Manley (CEO & Co-Founder of SOULER ) in the MouthMedia Network studios. Presented by SOULER . In this ...
How traditional retail thinking about influencers in the social commerce space, how retail is evolving from brick and mortar into commerce and the future of retail is digital but the future of brand is physical, and how transitioning into advisory and philanthropic roles has provided additional insights… Marigay McKee, CEO and Founder at MM Luxe Consulting , and former President of Saks Fifth Avenue, and Former CMO of Harrods, shares her story with George Manley (CEO & Co-Founder of SOULER )...
Building an international creative agency producing branded content and travel production with influence… Spencer Kohn, Co-founder and Creative Director of Supercharge (an integrated community of content creators, producers, and influencers, utilizing their talents to create unique branded experiences), shares his story with George Manley (CEO & Co-Founder of SOULER ) in the MouthMedia Network studios. Presented by SOULER . In this story: How Spencer started Supercharge with him and a busine...
Brand management and consulting for talent, actors, models, professional athlete models… Christopher Holland, J.D, Founder of Duck Holland, LLC (legal and marketing package (one-stop shop) for persons and businesses needing assistance with Brand Growth and Brand Registration and Protection), shares his story with George Manley (CEO & Co-Founder of SOULER ) in the MouthMedia Network studios. Presented by SOULER . In this story: The push explore what it takes to create heightened visibility fo...
