Sharese Bullock-Bailey Appointed As Festival Director & Chief Innovation Officer At Urbanworld

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EXCLUSIVE: Sharese Bullock-Bailey has been appointed as Festival Director and the first-ever Chief Innovation Officer at Urbanworld, which showcases narrative features, documentaries, short films, web originals, spotlight screenings, conversations and music performances that feature storytellers of color, including Black, Indigenous and Latinx artists.In her new roles, Bullock-Bailey will oversee the brand, lead all key components of annual Festival planning and execution, expand Urbanworld Innovation, drive strategy and optimize assets and experiences, building upon current and potential partnerships as the festival enters its next 25 years.“We are thrilled to have Sharese Bullock-Bailey join the Urbanworld family as the Festival Director and first-ever Chief Innovation Officer,” said Urbanworld founder Stacy Spikes. “She brings a rare blend of talents, expertise and leadership to our team as we continue to expand our impact in storytelling, technology and game-changing culture.”“Urbanworld provides a legacy and blueprint for the future of storytelling, technology and community for a global range of artists and brands,” added Bullock-Bailey. “The festival has always been a leader of innovation and inclusion and after 25 years of unmatched impact, I’m thrilled to amplify the reach and impact of the festival for the next 25 years and beyond.”Bullock-Bailey is an Emmy-nominated producer and strategist who has worked across the media, arts and technology sectors, focusing on impact, philanthropy and talent development.

She is the founder of Overstand, a global consultancy which has partnered with Urbanworld Innovation since 2016 in producing the pitch-style funding event know as The Stand.