Values Partnerships

We kicked off the unofficial start of summer doing what we love most: bringing people together through thoughtful, culture-driven experiences.

In May, our team led the planning, development, and ex*****on of The Intro at Audible Story House in SoHo, the first ever bookless bookstore.

Presented by Audible’s Listen. Black. 365. and featuring Soul Soirée™️ The Intro brought together creators, cultural trendsetters, and community for a night rooted in storytelling, music, live performance, and connection.

For us, curating an experience means thinking about every part of how people will show up and engage. Who should be in the room? What will make people want to stay? What moments will spark a conversation or an unexpected connection? And how can the space, programming, partners, and energy all come together to create something that feels special?

That’s the kind of work we love to do as an agency. Bringing the right people, partners, and ideas together to create experiences that feel intentional, culturally relevant, and genuinely worth showing up for.

It’s been a full summer of creating, collaborating, and bringing big ideas to life with our clients. We’re excited to share more of what we’ve been up to.

Applications are officially open for the Values Partnerships Fall Fellowship!

Join us for a hands-on experience working at the intersection of culture, marketing, creativity, and social impact. Fellows will support real campaigns, conduct cultural research, contribute to events and partnerships, and help develop stories and strategies that authentically connect with the New Majority.

This opportunity is open to students, recent graduates, career pivoters, and emerging professionals interested in cultural strategy, social impact, events, community engagement, and digital storytelling.

📅 Program Dates: September 9–December 18, 2026
⏰ Application Deadline: August 7, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET

🔗 Apply through the link in our bio!

Today , , and released the 4th national Listening to Mothers report, the largest survey of American mothers about their experiences with pregnancy and childbirth. 🤱🏾📊
The report captures the voices of nearly 4,000 moms and pregnant people, offering valuable insights into what families experience and what it will take to build a maternal health system that works for everyone.

As a mother of three , this work is deeply personal to me. Each of my pregnancies and births brought moments of joy, uncertainty, advocacy, and learning. Like so many mothers, I experienced firsthand how important it is to feel heard, respected, and supported throughout the birthing journey. Every family deserves high-quality care, dignity, and the opportunity to thrive.

We at are proud to help spotlight this important research and the stories behind the data. ✨

🔗 Check out the report linked in our bio.

Raleigh-Durham fam, you’re invited!

Join us for The Compassion Challenge Pitch Day on April 25th at 9:30am in Durham. Come see incredible HBCU teams compete for a $10K grand prize. Lunch is provided.

Be sure to RSVP at the link in the graphic!

📣 Applications are now open for the Values Summer Fellowship 2026.

Our summer fellowship offers hands-on experience at the intersection of culture, marketing, and social impact.

New this year: We have expanded eligibility. In addition to undergraduate and graduate students, we now welcome career pivoters and individuals interested in entering this field, regardless of current school enrollment.

The fellowship runs June 3 through September 4, 2026 and gives fellows the opportunity to work on real projects, collaborate with our team, and gain insight into culture-driven marketing and partnerships.

If you or someone in your network would thrive in this environment, send this their way!

🗓 Applications close April 5 at 11:59 PM ET

🔗 Click the link in our bio to learn more and apply.

Some moments make you pause and reflect on the journey. Today is one of them.

Values Partnerships has been named Purpose-Led Agency of the Year on the A-List, one of the advertising industry’s most respected recognitions. We are incredibly proud of our team and grateful to the partners and communities who continue to build with us.

Our work has always been rooted in a simple belief. When brands invest in communities with authenticity and intention, real opportunity can follow.

Over the past year we’ve had the privilege of collaborating with organizations including , , , Business, and to create initiatives focused on entrepreneurship, financial empowerment, cultural engagement, and emerging technology.

As our CEO Joshua DuBois shared in the Ad Age profile, “Purpose that only lives in messaging doesn’t build trust. This is not charity. It’s strategy.”

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey with us. The work continues.

Read more about the recognition through the link in our bio 📖

Austin friends at SXSW, this one should be on your radar.

Our friends at are bringing Mexodus: A Musical Journey Across Borders to the festival this Sunday.

Fresh off an acclaimed Off-Broadway run, the show blends music, looping, and storytelling to explore a lesser-known story of the Underground Railroad that ran south into Mexico.

Part concert.
Part theater.
Part history.

Mexodus
Sunday, March 15
Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:30 PM
The Courtyard @ 208 W 4th Street, Austin, TX

Free entry. First come, first served.

Planning to come through? RSVP through the link in our bio so we can keep you in the loop.

We’re proud to celebrate our own Sydnee Wallace for being named to Ad Age’s 2026 “Who to Watch in Marketing & Advertising.”

Since joining Values Partnerships, as her very first role out of school, Sydnee has brought passion, curiosity and a deep commitment to culture-forward marketing that continues to elevate our work and our partners.

A two-time graduate of North Carolina A&T State University, Sydnee has been instrumental in leading impactful initiatives, most notably helping guide the NEXT Engineering Fellowship while contributing to client work across , Business, , and more. Her ability to connect strategy, culture and community is a big part of what makes our work meaningful.

This recognition from , one of the leading voices in the marketing and media industry, highlights emerging leaders shaping the future of the field.

Sydnee, we’re incredibly proud of you and grateful for the leadership, creativity and care you bring to the Values team every day. The future is bright, and we’re lucky to be building it with you!

We’re proud to celebrate our own Sydnee Wallace for being named to Ad Age’s 2026 “Who to Watch in Marketing & Advertising.”

Since joining Values Partnerships, as her very first role out of school, Sydnee has brought passion, curiosity and a deep commitment to culture-forward marketing that continues to elevate our work and our partners.

A two-time graduate of North Carolina A&T State University, Sydnee has been instrumental in leading impactful initiatives, most notably helping guide the NEXT Engineering Fellowship while contributing to client work across Business, , and more. Her ability to connect strategy, culture and community is a big part of what makes our work meaningful.

This recognition from , one of the leading voices in the marketing and media industry, highlights emerging leaders shaping the future of the field.

Sydnee, we’re incredibly proud of you and grateful for the leadership, creativity and care you bring to the Values team every day. The future is bright, and we’re lucky to be building it with you!