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Marketing Executive Tangela Parker Featured in Canvas Rebel Magazine

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  Tangela Parker, an esteemed global marketing executive, and Alcorn State University alumna graces the latest issue of Canvas Rebel Magazine. The publication spotlights her impressive 24-year marketing, communications, and public affairs tenure, marking significant industry contributions. Parker's ascent in marketing commenced at Alcorn State University, where she obtained a Political Science degree. Her career trajectory includes roles at leading corporations such as UnitedHealthcare, Humana, and Centene Corporation. Parker has occupied several high-ranking positions, notably as the Head of Marketing and Community Affairs at CVS Health, steering marketing strategies and initiatives. Within the article, Parker imparts her career insights and narratives, addressing the hurdles she faced as a woman of color. She elaborates on the pivotal role her education at Alcorn State University played in honing the competencies and assurance vital for her professional triumphs. "It's a...

Mississippi Native Tangela Parker Receives Presidential Award

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  Tangela Parker, an award-winning global marketing executive. Joined an elite group of female C-Suite leaders when President Joe Biden awarded her the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. The annual awards honor a select few who "exhibit outstanding character, work ethic, and dedication to their communities." Recipients of the award must have completed a minimum of 4,000 hours of volunteer service. The President's Lifetime Achievement Award is the highest honor in the President's Volunteer Service Award program. Parker was honored with the award based on her successful 24-year marketing and public affairs career, where she has supported underserved communities and developed programming to improve their quality of life. Parker's marketing credentials are bolstered by leadership experience as Head of Marketing and successful tenures at various Fortune 500 healthcare organizations where she's led Marketing, Public/Community Affairs, and Creative Services.  M...