ABOUT

Anaïs Laurent is the CEO and co-founder of GOZAMÏNA, a multicultural creative agency specializing in innovative brand development, experiential marketing, and cultural strategy. As a visionary leader and first-generation Afro-Latina (Venezuelan-Haitian American), Anaïs approaches her work with a global perspective, breaking barriers and pioneering industry firsts. Her expertise in strategy, experiential production, and creative design has elevated the visibility of iconic brands like Amazon Music and NPR.

At Amazon Music, she led groundbreaking initiatives, including the brand’s first fashion show, seamlessly blending music, fashion, and technology to create immersive experiences. During her time at NPR, Anaïs played a pivotal role in launching transformative projects such as Black History Month x Tiny Desk and 'El Tiny,' spotlighting artists like J Balvin and Sech. Her career also includes notable roles at National Geographic, Discovery, and COMPLEX.

Originally from Washington, D.C., Anaïs holds a BFA in Fashion Merchandising from Howard University and now resides in Los Angeles with her Toy Poodle, Fez.