Despite fears in Hollywood about a looming industry contraction, Rock the Bells interim CEO Thai Randolph sees opportunity for those who choose to think expansively around inclusion.
During the “What It Takes to Innovate: Insights From Female Leaders” panel at TheWrap’s 2024 Power Women Summit on Tuesday, Randolph noted that by 2040, the majority of U.S. citizens will be identified as people of color. She added that women also make up half the population and are influencing around 80% of buying decisions.
“Ultimately, if you want to future-proof your business, this is where you will have to invest. And I think sometimes that’s why we see so much backlash and so much protection,” she told the audience at the Maybourne Beverly Hills.