Madilyne Nguyen-Acosta (she/her), best known as Madi, is a Manager at Sony Music Group’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. In her role, she assists with the creation and expansion of DEI initiatives, policies, and programs across SMG. Prior to beginning her role at Sony Music Group, Madi was an intern through the 4A’s Foundation MAIP Program after she graduated cum laude from the University of Oregon with a major in Public Relations and a minor in African Studies. She started her advocacy journey during her undergraduate career where she shared her multidisciplinary talent through involvement in her school’s Hawai’i Club, Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), and working at the Multicultural Center on campus. A Bay Area native, Madi is the walking definition of what it means to be “multicultural.” At a young age, her love for learning about other cultures was instilled through exposure to food, music, and dance from around the world. Her favorite way to celebrate diversity is through her first hobby and role as an alaka’i (Hawaiian for “leader”) to her halau (Hawaiian for “dance school”), Ha’a Hula / Te Reva O Te Manu, where she helps teach children and adults Polynesian dance and culture. When she’s not working, you can find Madi trying a new recipe or having boba. She openly challenges anyone to recommend a better boba spot than 7 Leaves.