Asiah James

Cannon

Asiah James Cannon has always been fascinated by what people are dreaming about when no one’s watching—and how those quiet moments of inspiration can turn into cultural movements or self-discovery.

That curiosity has powered every chapter of her life.

Asiah has worked across a wide range of categories—from fashion and tech to lifestyle and advocacy—balancing big-picture industry thinking with sub-vertical nuance. The most rewarding parts of her career have been reimagining cultural tentpoles, launching franchises, and streamlining how teams work with more creativity and collaboration.

Originally from Washington, DC, she draws creative energy from everyday moments. These moments shape her perspective and guide how she approaches challenges—with curiosity and intention. Her work has a strong sense of self. Her taste has always been her compass, and it shows up in everything she touches.

Beyond of work, she’s passionate about travel, current events, and community. She cares deeply about mentorship, especially creating space for expressive women at every stage of their journey.

She’s often found on panels and podcasts exploring creativity through the lens of identity, making sense of how personal moments can ripple outward and become something universal.

Right now, she’s excited about platforms that help people visualize their ambitions. She thrives when partnering with brands to translate bold ideas into sharp narratives that resonate with the right people. She’s also energized by challenging conversations with stakeholders—especially in high-stakes moments like a pitch or a pivot. Adaptability has been key throughout her career, whether navigating shifting trends, internal dynamics, or industry-wide change.

  • 2025 - Present

    Brought on to shape how emerging brands creatively leverage Pinterest as an AI-powered platform for early discovery, future planning, and full-funnel impact.

    • Creative Strategy Lead

  • 2016 - 2025

    Nearly a decade of leadership in brand and growth strategy across Condé Nast’s global portfolio of iconic media brands. Work focused on the intersection of culture, audience behavior, and commercial innovation, building future-facing frameworks that connected editorial authority with scalable revenue opportunities. Known for translating cultural intelligence into actionable go-to-market strategy, new advertiser narratives, and long-term brand relevance through close partnership with sales, marketing, editorial, and insights teams.

    • Corporate Strategy & Development Director

    • Emerging Audiences Director - Brand & Integrated Marketing

    • Creative Strategy Associate Director

    • Integrated Marketing Manager

    • Sales Associate

  • 2015 - 2016

    Supported brand marketing initiatives with a focus on client experience, in-store activations, and campaign coordination. Developed early expertise in consumer behavior, brand presentation, and cross-team execution within a fast-paced fashion organization.

    • Marketing Coordinator - Personal Shopping

  • Early experience across editorial, programming, and media operations within global and culturally influential organizations. Exposure to content development, production workflows, and audience storytelling laid the foundation for a career at the intersection of culture, media, and brand strategy.

    • BBC America

    • NBCU

    • Ebony & Jet Magazine

Corporate Experience


Education


Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) — Bachelor of Science

  • Advertising Marketing & Communication

Consultancy


From concept development to creative positioning and go-to-market strategy, Asiah helps partners refine their narrative, elevate their presence, and build with intention. Whether advising on campaign direction, brand voice, or cultural alignment, her work is grounded in human behavior, creative impact, and results that resonate.

Let’s create something that lasts—and lands.

Creative Services

  • Thought Leadership

  • Creative Strategy

  • Brand Marketing

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