MYLIFEOFKAI
“Marketer | Thought Leader | Culturalist”
KAI DEVERAUX LAWSON
Lauded as one of Media, Marketing & Tech's 50 "Most Indispensable Behind The Scenes Stars", Kai Deveraux Lawson is a thought leader, innovator, and advocate for truth-telling in marketing. With over 13 years experience in the industry, she’s helped shape strategies for Advertising's most recognizable agencies and brands.
Her experience led her to launch the culturally focused platforms, Mixed Company Podcast and her blog, Mylifeofkai.com. On these platforms, she shares her first hand experiences in life, travel and career.
Kai's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and her innovative approach to marketing, has garnered significant recognition throughout her career. In 2024, Kai was named the Ad Age A List & Creativity Awards Diversity & Inclusion Champion of the Year. Additional honors include The 2022 Adweek50 list and New York Moves Magazine’s 2023 Diversity Award, solidifying her status as a respected trailblazer in her field
In January of 2024, Kai co-founded Valerie, a Hybrid Agency/Consultancy specializing in developing and executing strategy and creative for brands and businesses rooted in life experiences.
6 Black executives sound off on the obstacles and opportunities ahead
Feature Interview - South Africa's INX PRIME- LIFESTYLE TELEVISION
Panelist- Equipping Adland Ecosystems For Radical Accountability + Action
Panelist- Women of Color Shaping Culture, Commerce & Equality Moonshot
Keynote- Marketing’s Role in Shaping the Future
What Do You Wear To A Virtual Homecoming? 5 HBCU Alums Share Their Fits
Panelist- Never Let a Crisis Go to Waste: How 2020 Forced Industry Culture to Change
Live Podcast- Exploring Advertising's Partnership with Hip Hop
Acceptance Speech- New York Moves Magazine’s Diversity Awards
Panel Moderator- HEAVY IS THE CROWN: THE STATE OF WOMEN OF COLOR IN THE WORKPLACE