MEET
PHILLIP PICARDI
Award-Winning Journalist and Editor of Teen Vogue, them, and Allure
ABOUT PHILLIP
Award-winning journalist, editor, and author Phillip Picardi is known for his role in revolutionizing Teen Vogue, Allure, and Out Magazines. Under Picardi’s leadership, the digital audience of Teen Vogue grew from just 2M unique visitors per month to over 12M, making the Condé Nast title the fastest-growing women's magazine in America for two years running. He was then appointed by Anna Wintour to oversee the digital operations of Allure, where he concepted “The End of Anti-Aging,” an industry call to action for brands to eradicate the shame and stigma around getting older. Dubbed “the prince of Condé Nast” by The New York Times, Picardi went on to launch a community-driven platform for LGBTQ+ youth called them. From building empowered and diverse teams to generating disruptive and out-of-the-box ideas, Picardi’s speaking engagements offer an abundance of insights.
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Picardi went on to rebrand and relaunch Out Magazine, the largest and most influential publication for the queer and trans community. An expert in building empowered teams, he assembled and led the most diverse staff in the brand’s history. During Picardi’s career, he has been a sought-after consultant for clients like Levi's, Ralph Lauren, Lego, Burberry, and Nike. He is also the recipient of multiple awards, including Fast Company's 100 Most Creative People, the Forbes 30 Under 30, the AdWeek Hot List, a GLAAD Award, and more. Picardi recently graduated from Harvard Divinity School, where he was one of eleven students selected for the inaugural Masters of Religion and Public Life program. His studies inspired a podcast about religion and spirituality from Crooked Media called Unholier Than Thou, and his Substack newsletter Religiously Blonde. He is currently working on his forthcoming memoir based on his thesis, “Is Jesus Kinda Hot?” In motivational events, Picardi shares his expertise that resonates with corporate leaders as well as college audiences, and moderates powerful conversations with cultural luminaries.
Public Affairs & Media
Sales, Marketing & Customer Service
Innovation & Trends
TAGS & EXPERTISE
Digital Media • Branding • Media Trends • Journalism • Marketing • Social Media • Culture & Society • Innovation • Communication • LGBTQ+ Advocacy
SPEAKING TOPICS
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How did PHILLIP PICARDI convince the executives at Condé Nast that turning Teen Vogue into a politically-oriented publication would be a winning strategy? How did he later dust off Out Magazine to cater to an entirely new generation of queer and trans readers? And now, how is he managing to create new and dynamic storytelling at the largest LGBT non-profit in the world? In illuminating speeches and keynote conversations, Picardi shares his insights on tapping into the true soul of a brand, and how to honor legacy and history (even the complicated parts!) in order to chart the most dynamic path forward. Using anecdotes from his career and key metrics of success that will satisfy any business leader, Picardi helps executives and young professionals understand how to rebrand authentically and with success.
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What compelled the youngest Chief Content Officer in Condé Nast's history to go to... Divinity School? In engaging and spirited talks, PHILLIP PICARDI reveals how his career in advocacy-based journalism helped lead him to the path of advocating for others full-time. Join him as he starts as an 18-year-old Teen Vogue intern all the way to the red carpet of the Met Gala—and how he then ended up as a 30-year-old on Harvard's campus. In this talk, Picardi helps audiences identify the difference between a job and a vocation—and how to apply vocational work to any career path in order to make life more fulfilling.
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As any business knows, radical change can be difficult. What's less talked about is how it can be used as a driver of success. PHILLIP PICARDI uses his time at Teen Vogue, Allure, and in LGBTQ+ journalism to help reframe the narratives around inclusion, ethical work, and corporate advocacy as a means to galvanizing a workforce and creating tangible brand impact. He also connects with young audiences and students to inspire them to trust their instinct and authenticity (instead of shedding it) when they begin to navigate the workforce.
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We hope you know by now: Pride isn't just a month, it's 365. Whether it was convincing Anna Wintour to launch them, Condé's first dedicated LGBTQ+ brand, revitalizing Out Magazine, or taking the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer role at the world's largest LGBT nonprofit, PHILLIP PICARDI is an expert and a resource on LGBTQ+ topics for a whole range of audiences. He is also a gifted moderator for panels that are seeking to get to the heart of issues in an intersectional, inclusive, and dynamic manner.
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Award-winning journalist PHILLIP PICARDI is a gifted moderator, infusing humor, connection, and empowering insights into memorable conversations with cultural luminaries.
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