Amazon Black Stories

Aug 05 2024 33 ep. 67
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Explore the paths of Black designers & creatives, what it took to get where they are, and the impact they are having on the Design industry.

Podcast by amazon.design

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33 - Imani ellis

Aug 05 2024 27 mins  
Founder, Imani Ellis, joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez to discuss how she took a creative outlet and turned it into a career. Let's hear her story!

32 - Amber Davis

Jul 02 2024 26 mins  
Director of UX Research for Audible, Amber Davis, meet producer, Justin James Lopez, to discusses the importance of knowing your worth and how to negotiate effectively...

31 - Cassandra Morrissey

Jun 04 2024 30 mins  
Content Designer, Cassandra Morrissey, joins Host Justin James Lopez, to discuss the power of vulnerability and how to leverage your network to develop yourself. Let's hear her story!

30 - Jarman Hasuer

May 07 2024 28 mins  
Artistic Evangelist, Jarman Hauser, joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez to discuss how he leans into his creative core to amplify his personal and professional life. Let's hear his story!

29 - Lesley-Ann Noel

Apr 01 2024 38 mins  
Designer and Educator, Lesley-Ann Noel, joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez to discuss challenging the status quo and designing a more equitable future. Let's hear her story!

28 - Dwight Jones II

Mar 05 2024 30 mins  
Product Design Engineer, Dwight Jones joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez, to discuss mentorship, innovation in cashierless shopping, and the challenges of being a young Black engineer in the tech world. Let's hear his story!

27 - Angela Sylcott

Feb 06 2024 33 mins  
Senior UX. writer Angela Sylcott, joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez for a discussion around balance proficiency and passion in your life. Let's hear her story!

26 - Bianca Stacey

Jan 09 2024 30 mins  
Senior Designer, Bianca Stacey, joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez for a chat about overcoming adversity by finding your community and holding onto your passions. Let's hear her story!

25 - Joel Okpala

Dec 05 2023 35 mins  
Discover Joel's transition from a background in architecture and urban planning to shaping the future of store design at Amazon. This episode sheds light on the critical issue of diversity in the design sector and the unique challenges faced by Black designers.

24 - Tyra Nicole Dumars

Nov 07 2023 29 mins  
Tyra Nicole Dumars, Sr. UX Manager at Amazon, joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez for a chat about being open to failure and trusting your intuition. Let's hear her story!