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BLACK ENTERPRISE Returns to Las Vegas To Honor Extraordinary Business Trailblazers at the 2024 Women of Power Summit

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, BLACK ENTERPRISE, the premier Black-owned digital media brand dedicated to providing business, investment, and wealth-building resources for African Americans, announces the 18th annual Women of Power Summit, the leading professional development gathering that makes space for women executives of color to reflect, rise, and act. At the culmination of Women's History Month, the conference returns to the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas to celebrate the achievements of remarkable women and mark a significant milestone with Accenture (NYSE: ACN) as the event's new title sponsor.

Key Points: 
  • This year's Summit promises to be an unforgettable experience, featuring inspiring sessions, thought-provoking panel discussions, and unparalleled networking opportunities.
  • "For almost two decades, the Women of Power Summit has represented a beacon of inspiration, resilience, and empowerment for women across the business industry," said Earl Butch Graves Jr., CEO of BLACK ENTERPRISE.
  • Accenture's commitment to a culture of equality and shared success aligns seamlessly with the values of the Women of Power Summit.
  • The BLACK ENTERPRISE Women of Power Summit, hosted by Accenture, will be held at The Bellagio Hotel & Casino from Wednesday, March 27, through Saturday, March 30.

Caroline Wanga, Essence President and CEO, to Keynote Catalyst Awards 2024

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Caroline Wanga, President and CEO of Essence Ventures, will share her wisdom and signature leadership around authenticity in a keynote fireside chat at the Catalyst Awards Conference & Dinner on 12 March 2024. The annual event is hosted by Catalyst, a global nonprofit promoting gender equity and workplace inclusion, in New York and online for a global audience.

Key Points: 
  • Just-announced speakers include leading voices on workplace inclusion and women's advancement, Fortune 500 CEOs
    NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Caroline Wanga, President and CEO of Essence Ventures, will share her wisdom and signature leadership around authenticity in a keynote fireside chat at the Catalyst Awards Conference & Dinner on 12 March 2024.
  • Caroline Wanga is the Co-Founder of WangaWoman LLC and President and CEO of Essence Ventures, the number one media, technology and commerce company dedicated to Black women and communities.
  • She joined Essence Ventures from Target Corporation in 2020, where she served as Chief Culture, Diversity and Inclusion Officer.
  • The 2024 Catalyst Awards Conference & Dinner —the premier gender equity conference and awards—will take place in person at the New York Hilton Midtown in New York City and online.

Andre Farr awards Vada Manager in Las Vegas at The Million Dollar Executive Dinner presented by Executive Member Group (EMG). John Rogers and Tabetha Plummer announced as 2025 Honorees slated for New Orleans

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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- André Farr

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  • - André Farr
    Curated specifically for influential leaders in sports, entertainment, and business, Antonio Pierce was named Leader of the Year and Vada O.
  • Vada Manager was also surprised to receive a complimentary cruise for two with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.
  • "I am always honored to host the most dynamic and accomplished Black leaders of the global intersection of sports, entertainment, and business.
  • "The Million Dollar Executive Dinner marks the first time in 26 years that I have allowed Picasso to be closed down for a private event."

Nate Rohnke Becomes Partner at The Dufour Collaborative

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dufour Collaborative, one of the nation's premier event production agencies, announced today that Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Nate Rohnke, has joined Philip Dufour as Partner.

Key Points: 
  • In 2023 alone, The Dufour Collaborative produced more than a hundred events across 20 markets.
  • "Nate has been an invaluable team member and an integral part in helping The Dufour Collaborative grow to where it is today.
  • While he has had several roles over the years, Nate has always been a loyal partner and had the Dufour brand at heart," said Philip Dufour, founder, president, and creative director of The Dufour Collaborative.
  • Nate joined The Dufour Collaborative in 2016.

World Business Chicago Announces Appointment of Charles E. Smith as Vice Chair

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- World Business Chicago (WBC) announces the appointment of Charles E. Smith as its new Vice Chair, succeeding Mellody Hobson, who served with distinction since 2019. As the Chief Executive Officer of CS Insurance Strategies, a Marsh and McLennan Company specializing in comprehensive commercial insurance brokerage services, Smith brings a formidable business background to this role.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- World Business Chicago (WBC) announces the appointment of Charles E. Smith as its new Vice Chair, succeeding Mellody Hobson, who served with distinction since 2019.
  • Mayor Johnson, who serves as chair of WBC, expressed his support for this appointment, stating, "Charles Smith is an outstanding business leader.
  • "Serving as Vice Chair of World Business Chicago has been an honor, and I am confident that Charles Smith will infuse fresh insights and vitality into this crucial role," Hobson said.
  • Michael Fassnacht, outgoing president and chief executive officer of World Business Chicago expressed his support for the selection, "I thank Mayor Johnson for choosing Charles as Vice Chair, and I look forward to continuing to serve with him on the World Business Chicago Board," he said.

Rasmussen University Appoints Matthew Yale as Board Chairman and Welcomes Dr. Claire Zangerle to its Board of Directors

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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MINNEAPOLIS , Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rasmussen University today announced changes to its Board of Directors, including the appointment of a new chairman and public member. Most notably, longtime chairman Dr. Henry S. Bienen has stepped down but will remain an integral part of the Board as a public member and chair of the Board's Academic Affairs Committee. Matthew Yale, who has been a public member of Rasmussen's Board since 2020, will assume the position of chairman effective immediately.   

Key Points: 
  • Matthew Yale, who has been a public member of Rasmussen's Board since 2020, will assume the position of chairman effective immediately.
  • "I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Matthew on his appointment to chairman of Rasmussen University's Board of Directors," said Dr. Bienen.
  • Rasmussen University is also excited to welcome Dr. Claire Zangerle, principal at CMZ Strategies, LLC, to its Board of Directors, further enriching the diverse perspectives on the Board.
  • Matthew Yale, newly appointed board chairman, expressed his enthusiasm about Dr. Zangerle's addition to the Board, saying, "We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Claire Zangerle to Rasmussen University's Board of Directors.

CED Honors Six Exemplary CEOs at Distinguished Leadership Awards Celebration

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tomorrow evening, the Committee for Economic Development, the public policy center of The Conference Board (CED), will honor six US business leaders and their companies for exemplifying outstanding leadership in challenging times.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tomorrow evening, the Committee for Economic Development, the public policy center of The Conference Board (CED), will honor six US business leaders and their companies for exemplifying outstanding leadership in challenging times.
  • The annual CED Distinguished Leadership Awards Celebration will take place in New York City.
  • For more than a quarter century, the CED Distinguished Leadership Awards have been honoring business leaders and their companies who exemplify CED's mission by answering the call for corporate citizenship and demonstrating a strong commitment to public policy in the nation's interests.
  • "This year's honorees—a group that epitomizes innovation, empathy, and integrity—continue to bring about lasting change within their own companies, communities, and the nation at-large."

Step Up Announces Its 25 Mentors of the Year in Honor of Nonprofit's 25th Year of Service

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Step Up, the mentorship nonprofit that guides girls (and those who identify with girlhood) to their success, today announced its first-ever list of 25 Mentors of the Year in honor of the mentorship nonprofit's 25th anniversary. This new distinction is reserved for those who serve as role models in the community for defining and pursuing dreams of success demonstrated through their impactful work, journey, and character. 

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Step Up, the mentorship nonprofit that guides girls (and those who identify with girlhood) to their success, today announced its first-ever list of 25 Mentors of the Year in honor of the mentorship nonprofit's 25th anniversary.
  • The Mentors of the Year and Next Gen Leaders will be acknowledged at Step Up's upcoming Inspiration Awards, set for October 6 in Los Angeles and November 16 in Chicago.
  • Please find the full list of 25 Mentors of The Year list below.
  • Carla Harris - senior advisor, Morgan Stanley
    Mellody Hobson – president and co-CEO, Ariel Investments
    Build Skills: these mentors demonstrate how to grow our abilities.

The Executive Leadership Council to Honor Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments and Chair of Ariel Investment Trust, with 2023 ELC Achievement Award

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC), the preeminent global membership organization for Black CEOs, senior executives, corporate board directors , top-tier entrepreneurs, and global thought leaders, announced today it will honor Mellody Hobson, co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments and Chair of Ariel Investment Trust, with the 2023 ELC Achievement Award during its 37th Anniversary Recognition Gala. The event will take place on Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 6:00 PM ET, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, Maryland.

Key Points: 
  • The Achievement Award is presented to Black corporate executives whose business career achievements highlight personal and professional excellence.
  • "Her exceptional achievements are unparalleled and serve as a beacon to women in business and industry.
  • The ELC is honored to recognize Mellody for her outstanding contributions and shining leadership and vision throughout the years."
  • This year's gala highlights business achievement, honors corporate and individual award recipients, and delivers $2.8 million in scholarships to ELC scholarship program awardees.

MasterClass Announces New Class With Ariel Investments Co-CEO Mellody Hobson on Strategic Decision-Making

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MasterClass, the streaming platform where anyone can learn from the world's best across a wide range of subjects, today announced that distinguished business leader Mellody Hobson, co-CEO of Ariel Investments, will teach a class on strategic decision-making. In her class, Hobson shares her guiding principles for leadership and decision-making, leveraging her experience in the C-suite and as a board member for Fortune 500 companies, including Starbucks Corp., JPMorgan Chase, the Estée Lauder Companies, DreamWorks Animation SKG and more. Hobson's class is available now exclusively on MasterClass, where subscribers have unlimited access to all 180+ instructors with an annual membership.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MasterClass , the streaming platform where anyone can learn from the world's best across a wide range of subjects, today announced that distinguished business leader Mellody Hobson, co-CEO of Ariel Investments, will teach a class on strategic decision-making.
  • Hobson's class is available now exclusively on MasterClass , where subscribers have unlimited access to all 180+ instructors with an annual membership.
  • The class is broken down into four sections, including:
    Introduction to Strategic Decision-Making: Hobson introduces her decision-making framework and guiding principles to help members think strategically while solving complex problems.
  • "Whether you are a business leader or not, strategic decision-making is absolutely crucial to tackling difficult situations effectively," Hobson said.