Biography:Sina Port

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Sina Port
Sina Port
Sina Port
Born (1994-03-09) 9 March 1994 (age 31)
Nuremberg, Germany
NationalityGerman
OccupationEntrepreneur, author, podcast host, brand strategist
Notable work
Shared Diversity (podcast)

Sina Port (born 9 March 1994, in Nuremberg) is a German entrepreneur, author, podcast host, and brand strategist known for her work in purpose-driven branding, diversity advocacy, and campaigns for major global brands such as Adidas, BMW, and Google.[1][2]

Early Life and Education

Sina Port was born in Nuremberg, Germany, on 9 March 1994, to a mixed German and Afro-Indigenous family. Growing up in a Franconian village, she was exposed to diverse cultural influences. Her parents provided her with literature on Indigenous and African history, fostering an appreciation for her multifaceted heritage.[3]

Port holds a Master's degree in Global Digital Cultures from SOAS University of London, and a Bachelor's degree in International Business from Georg Simon Ohm University Nürnberg, including a semester abroad at the University of Malaya.[3]

Career

Port's interest in branding began during her teenage years when she promoted local sports clubs. While studying in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, she established her first marketing agency, leveraging the country's diverse startup ecosystem to gain insights into cultural awareness in branding.[3]

As a Fortune 500 brand consultant, Port has collaborated with global brands including Adidas, BMW, and Google, leading campaigns such as the Adidas Hijab. Her work emphasizes diversity, purpose, and culture in brand success.[2][4]

In her role at Adidas, Port spearheaded initiatives like the creation of a multi-faith room at the company's headquarters, addressing the need for inclusive spaces for employees of various religious backgrounds.[5]

Shared Diversity Podcast

In 2017, following her conversion to Islam, Port launched the "Shared Diversity" podcast to explore the intersection of business, branding, and womanhood. The podcast provides resources for diverse founders and talents to build personal brands aligned with their values.[5][6]

Advocacy and Public Speaking

Port is committed to connecting diverse communities with purpose-driven brands. She has led community projects with companies like Adidas, Google, and Zalando, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices.[3]

As a keynote speaker, Port has addressed topics related to personal branding, diversity, and inclusion at various conferences. In June 2023, she spoke at the Women to Watch Conference in Dubai, discussing strategies to challenge gender stereotypes in the media, creative, marketing, and advertising industries.[7]

Personal Life

Port's conversion to Islam in 2017 influenced her professional trajectory, inspiring her to align her career with her faith and values. This led to her focus on assisting women in building personal brands without compromising their beliefs.[5]

She currently resides and works in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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