Brandweek 2022: A Conversation on Entrepreneurial Spirit With Pharrell Williams

Pharrell Williams on how his own brand development process keeps him excited and inspired

Leaders from Glossier, Shopify, Mastercard and more will take the stage at Brandweek to share what strategies set them apart and how they incorporate the most valued emerging trends. Register to join us this September 23–26 in Phoenix, Arizona.

To close out day one of Brandweek 2022, we were honored to be joined by acclaimed producer, musician and this year’s Adweek Brand Visionary, Pharrell Williams.  

Pharrell embodies the art of being a successful leader when it comes to cultivating successful brands. With his undeniable talent, steady eye on current social issues and genuine curiosity about the people and the world around him, Williams has established himself as a confident and gracious figure.  

In this episode, you will hear from Pharrell in conversation with Adweek’s creative and inclusion editor Shannon Miller, as he talks about his personal and professional accomplishments across the various genres of music, fashion, and philanthropy—and how his own brand development process keeps him excited and inspired. 

We hope you enjoy this session from Brandweek 2022—and make sure you return to this feed every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for new episodes, leading up to our Brandweek Europe event, happening this November 10.  

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