A sporting event is nothing without snacks like our favorite sodas and chips. What many don’t know is the brands beyond our favorite halftime foods do so much more beyond the game, like sponsorships to elevate marginalized communities and amplify women in sports. In this episode, we hear from Erica Smith, senior manager of sports marketing at PepsiCo, as she explains how the company is supporting causes beyond the game and why she considers this to be her dream job.

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