From Nightlife to Boardrooms: Jason Hicks on Culture, Creativity & Corporate Strategy | Elite Insights EP.10
Episode notes
What does it look like to move from Atlanta’s nightlife to Amazon boardrooms, from billboards to blending coffee and culture? On Episode 10 of Elite Insights, host Carlos Imani sits down with Jason Hicks — corporate strategist at Amazon, producer of Apple TV’s On the Fly, and co-owner of Seattle’s Blend Coffee & Kicks.
This isn’t just a career path — it’s a masterclass in systems thinking, storytelling, and showing up with purpose.
🎙️ In this episode:
- How the nightlife scene shaped Jason’s creative leadership style
- What it means to bring culture and equity into corporate spaces
- Behind the scenes of producing On the Fly and building a brand with community roots
- Lessons from Atlanta to Seattle on building platforms that resonate
📍 Whether you're a creative, a strategist, or a culture-shifter — this one’s for you.
💬 Favorite Quote: "Juneteenth wasn’t just an event — it was a reminder that storytelling belongs in every space, even boardrooms." – Jason Hicks
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