Vaughn Lowery, the esteemed president of 360 MAGAZINE, is a trailblazer in the pursuit of positive social change. His academic background is rooted in his graduation from Cornell University's ILR School, where he laid the foundation for his future endeavors.
As a multifaceted individual, Vaughn's foray into the entertainment industry began with modeling, acting, and publishing. His most notable achievement during this period was his starring role in Kmart's iconic commercials as the Joe Boxer Guy, which significantly contributed to the retailer's sales, reaching a staggering 20 million dollars per week.
Vaughn's extensive career has seen him work with numerous high-profile individuals and brands. He has appeared alongside Leeza Gibbons on Extra, Katie Couric on the Today Show, and Jay Leno on The Tonight Show, solidifying his status as a sought-after spokesperson.
Following his college days, Vaughn relocated to New York City, where he embarked on a career as an actor and model. Under the guidance of celebrity makeup artist Sam Fine, he was introduced to fashion photographer Fadil Berisha, marking the beginning of his successful print modeling career. Vaughn's portfolio boasts an impressive array of clients, including GAP, Old Navy, Tommy Hilfiger, Phat Farm, and Karl Kani, with his work featured in esteemed publications such as Elle, Cosmopolitan, and Glamour.
Vaughn's television appearances are equally impressive, having been featured on ABC News Primetime, Top Model, and Scrubs. His work on the big screen includes a Super Bowl commercial, a high-profile Dasani Water billboard ad campaign, and his controversial 35mm festival film, The Young & Evil, which premiered at Sundance 2009.
In addition to his entertainment endeavors, Vaughn has been involved in various writing projects. He wrote a short film, Chasen Life, which won a writing competition, and adapted the audio book Say Uncle into a feature-length film. Vaughn has also pitched a reality series and is currently developing an immersive design experience.
Vaughn's personal life has been marked by adversity, having grown up in Detroit during a tumultuous adolescence. In response, he has made it his mission to give back to his community, supporting organizations such as Women At Risk, Human Rights Commission, March of Dimes, Heart of Los Angeles Youth, Awakening Young Minds, and various schools across the nation, where he inspires adolescents to tap into their full potential.
In recent years, Vaughn has expanded his creative endeavors, developing the 360 MAG podcast, available on Apple, Amazon, Google, and Spotify, as well as an NFT Animal Series on OpenSea.
360 MAGAZINE has received numerous accolades, including being named Business of the Month by the National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC),the largest advocacy organization dedicated to expanding economic opportunities and advancements for LGBT people.
Vaughn's memoir, Move Like Water & Be Fluid (MLWXBF),has been published in hard cover and audio formats, available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Walmart, offering readers a glimpse into his remarkable journey.
