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Hélène interviews Alexa Fulmer about her experiences navigating agency life as a gay woman of colour, discussing challenges and the importance of representation.

🎧 Summary: In this episode of the Programmatic Digest, Hélène sits down with Alexa Fulmer, a seasoned programmatic buyer and advocate for inclusion, to discuss what it's really like navigating agency life as a gay woman of colour. From microaggressions and being the only person of colour in the room to building confidence and community, Alexa shares her story with vulnerability, insight, and strength. They unpack how authenticity in the workplace often comes at a cost, the emotional labour tied to identity, and why representation matters—especially in leadership. Alexa also reflects on her early career decisions, the pressure to conform, and how she now leads with empathy and purpose. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about inclusion, equity, or simply trying to show up fully in their career. 🧠 About Us: We teach historically excluded individuals how to break into programmatic media buying and land their dream jobs. Through our Reach and Frequency® program, an engaged community, and expert coaching, we offer: Executive Membership – For mid- to senior-level programmatic pros seeking ongoing growth Join here Accelerator Program – 6-week intensive training with…

People in this episode

Hosts: Hélène Parker, Manuela Cortes

Guest: Alexa Fulmer

Topics covered

• agency life
• inclusion
• equity
• representation
• empathy

Keywords

• programmatic media
• career development
• authenticity
• emotional labour

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Places: US, UK

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