Two VMLers Named OUTstanding Future Leaders

Hayley Rozman — Senior Manager, Business Development Operations

Hayley Rozman is a Senior Manager of Business Development Operations at VML and co-chair of the LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group (ERG), "Prism." In this role, they have been instrumental in fostering safe, inclusive environments and leading initiatives such as the Queer Makers Market during Pride Month 2024, which was praised as “the best Pride month Chicago has ever seen.” A passionate advocate for queer youth, Hayley is a Big Sibling in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Beyond that, she's built community by creating a queer movie club and founding a Facebook group for local LGBTQ+ individuals. As a BODYPUMP instructor at a queer-inclusive gym, she champions visibility and inclusion for the LGBTQ+ community. In addition to their work for the LGBTQ+ community, they also advocate for neurodivergent individuals, blending their professional and personal passions to empower others to embrace their identities and seek support in all aspects of life.

Kaia Hemming — Director of Art Production, North America, Integrated Production

Kaia Hemming is the Director of Art Production, North America at VML, where she serves as a co-lead for Lotus (VML’s AAPI ERG) and as a Culture Connector who assists 13 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to foster an inclusive workplace. She has supported workshops, including Google’s #IAmRemarkable, and produced the 2021 Proud Pronoun Project, which normalized pronoun visibility across the agency. Kaia is actively involved with WPP Unite, participating in panels that promote allyship for the LGBTQ+ community. Beyond her professional role, she co-founded Sunset Park Runners, creating an inclusive space for runners of all backgrounds. Kaia also supports LGBTQ+ families by organizing community events and building connection networks. As a dedicated mentor through 3AF and Asians in Advertising, she empowers young advertising professionals from marginalized communities and actively advocates for underrepresented photographers in the industry. Inspired by the belief that "a rising tide lifts all boats," Kaia is committed to creating equitable opportunities and fostering collaboration within her field.