Author: sharronmcgovern

By Empowering Black Creatives, Converse Positions the Future Now

WEBWIRE – Friday, February 18, 2022 A brand must stand for more than its product to be relevant, engaging and true to the people it serves. Converse, at 114-plus years old, is a prime example — the brand has a deep history of showing up in moments of progress and change, most recently with its commitments to the Black community. Since 2015, Converse has pledged and donated nearly $3 million in grants to support the Black community in the United States and the United Kingdom, says Ilana Finley, VP, Social & Community Impact. This sits next to the collective contribution ... Read more