My Experience with Givsly

Givsly is a purpose-driven advertising and marketing company that helps brands align their values with those of their customers, fostering positive social and environmental impact. Through its innovative solutions, Givsly enables businesses to integrate charitable giving and sustainability into their marketing strategies.

I began my work with Givsly in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. While other people my age were making TikToks and lamenting about having nothing to do, I used that time to gain valuable work experience while still in high school. During this time, I assisted Givsly in updating and organizing their nonprofit database. My responsibilities included organizing and updating client records in the Givsly Non Profit database to ensure the information was accurate and easy to navigate. I also sourced missing client contact details through independent research, verifying them through reputable sources to ensure the information was correct and up-to-date.

In 2022, Givsly gave me the opportunity to join them at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, better known as Cannes Lions, a global event that celebrates and awards creativity in advertising, marketing, and related fields hosted in Cannes, France. During this time, I helped set up and organize The Impact Hub—the Givsly space where Givsly and their partners collaborate on purpose-driven marketing solutions. I supported the organization of the event space by ensuring seamless client experiences, including managing hospitality needs, sourcing last-minute supplies, and maintaining the readiness of all event spaces.

In 2024, I returned to Cannes Lions with Givsly, where I expanded my responsibilities to filming and creating social media content for Givsly, showcasing The Impact Hub, the events Givsly was hosting, and capturing the day-to-day moments of Givsly’s presence at Cannes Lions. I created content to advertise Givsly’s presence at the festival and amplify both brand visibility and event engagement. During this time, I also filmed branded video content for Givsly client Flowcode, further supporting their marketing efforts. Additionally, Givsly brought their Karaoke for Causes initiative to Cannes, raising $50,000 for nonprofit organizations.

In 2025, I will be returning to Cannes Lions once again with Givsly to aid in their initiatives for purpose-driven marketing. Building on the experience and skills I've developed over the past five years, I’m excited to continue supporting the growth of Givsly’s Impact Hub, contribute to their initiatives, and help strengthen connections between brands and nonprofits. It’s an honor to be part of a team that consistently pushes the industry toward greater social responsibility, and I look forward to playing a role in amplifying that mission on a global stage.