Mark Walker

The Why? Walker’s work spearheading the rebrand of The Undefeated to Andscape to embrace and share the full range of Black culture and identity was a major showcase of ESPN’s commitment to DEI. Andscape reflects Walker’s vision for the platform, which is to provide its audience with more expansive coverage and focus on being inspirational for and inclusive of the entire Black audience.

He Says… “​​The most successful ERGs focus not just on community or programming, but find ways to become essential in driving the business forward.”

First event attended IRL when live reopened: espnW Summit

What makes for a successful Employee Resource Group? The most successful ERGs focus not just on community or programming, but find ways to become essential in driving the business forward.

What TV series or movie inspires you? I’m always in awe of the storytelling prowess of our ESPN Originals team. Whether it’s “144,” “Dream On” or “The Captain,” those stories always find that deep, human connection, which is the most compelling part of sports.

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