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From Academia to Industry

TEDx, Ph.D. grad, painter, marketer, and author.

Dr. Amara Pope-Sanfilippo

I’m an author, TEDx Speaker, painter, Ph.D. graduate, and Professional Marketer, with a keen focus on intersectionality (race and nationality).

With over 10 years of experience in various marketing roles, I have developed and executed successful campaigns, events, and content strategies that increased brand awareness, lead generation, and customer retention.

My diverse background spans roles in marketing, education, public speaking, and brand coordination across industries and academic institutions.

Rating: 5 out of 5.

I have worked with teams across the US, UK, and Canada, managing multiple projects and budgets, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. I have also shared my insights and expertise as a professor, guest lecturer, and thought leader in the fields of media, marketing, branding, identity, race, and communications.

— Marketing Professional

Rating: 5 out of 5.

As a TEDx Speaker, I offer unique insights on critical issues regarding identity, race, intersectionality, the power of music and media, and innovative marketing strategies. My commitment to community engagement is evident throughout my various roles, where I’ve consistently strived to make a positive impact.

— TEDx Speaker

Rating: 5 out of 5.

I have been featured by notable media including iHeartRadio, Billboard, CTV, CBC, National Post, Vice, and more

Rating: 5 out of 5.

I guest lecture at academic institutions and organizations to discuss topics such as marketing trends, self-branding, career development, identity studies (race and nationality), the history and development of Canadian R&B music, overcoming imposter syndrome, and more.

— Guest Lecturer

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In 101 Fascinating R&B Facts, Dr. Amara Pope-Sanfilippo shares never-before-told stories and exclusive fun facts uncovered through her original research and personal interviews with international artists, producers, executives, and fans. Through humour, history, and heartfelt storytelling, this book celebrates R&B’s creativity, resilience, and global reach — inviting readers to discover the fascinating facts behind the sound that moves the world.