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Management WILMINGTON, Del., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DuPont (NYSE: DD) today announced that Sam Ponzo, Vice President and General Manager, DuPont Industrial Solutions, has been inducted as a member of The Executive Leadership Council (ELC). The ELC is a global organization, comprised of current and former Black CEOs, Board Members and other senior executives, that works to open channels of opportunity for the development of Black executives to positively impact business and communities. The ELC held its induction ceremony at its annual meeting last week in Las Vegas.
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- WILMINGTON, Del., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DuPont (NYSE: DD) today announced that Sam Ponzo, Vice President and General Manager, DuPont Industrial Solutions, has been inducted as a member of The Executive Leadership Council (ELC).
- "I am deeply honored to be inducted as a member of the ELC," said Ponzo.
- In his current role at DuPont, Ponzo leads a business serving diverse markets including industrial, flexographic and digital printing, healthcare, aerospace and automotive.
- "Sam is an inspirational leader whose meaningful contributions to DuPont are felt every day," said Jon Kemp, President, DuPont Electronics & Industrial.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) today released an open letter ahead of the Martin Luther King Holiday weekend calling on Corporate America to remain steadfast in its diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) efforts and to continue fighting to end the "intolerance, hatred, systemic racism, gender inequality, and discrimination" which still exists.
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- WASHINGTON, Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) today released an open letter ahead of the Martin Luther King Holiday weekend calling on Corporate America to remain steadfast in its diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) efforts and to continue fighting to end the "intolerance, hatred, systemic racism, gender inequality, and discrimination" which still exists.
- On this MLK holiday, let us remember that his call to action continues.
- His vision for a better, transformed America, free of hatred, withering injustice, and inequality can become our reality.
- This America, where inclusion is seen as the fabric that weaves together freedom, justice, and equality, leading to exceptional business and community outcomes, is what The Executive Leadership Council believes is possible.
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) today announced the appointment of Earl Granger, III as Chief Development and Impact Officer, effective November 15, 2023.
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- WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) today announced the appointment of Earl Granger, III as Chief Development and Impact Officer, effective November 15, 2023.
- "We are pleased to welcome Earl as our first development and impact officer.
- Mr. Granger will serve as a member of the executive leadership team, working synergistically to review, revise, and implement The ELC's development and external relations programs.
- "I look forward to joining The ELC and forging new channels for funding and expanding the impact of this great organization.
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Catalysis WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) today announced the appointment of Audrey Taylor as Chief Academy Officer, effective October 16, 2023.
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- WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) today announced the appointment of Audrey Taylor as Chief Academy Officer, effective October 16, 2023.
- The organization advocates for advancing Black leadership by increasing the number of Black corporate CEOs, C-Suite executives and board members, and building the pipeline of the next generation of Black corporate leaders.
- Ms. Taylor will report directly to the CEO and will be responsible for leading The ELC Academy, creating a value proposition for corporations committed to moving the needle on attracting, retaining and promoting Black talent.
- In her role at Catalyst, Ms. Taylor spent two years building consulting capability to help companies create actionable, data-driven DEI strategies.
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Black WASHINGTON, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council announced today that it will launch a $1M community impact investment geared towards boosting entrepreneurship and addressing social and economic justice. Recipients include the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs, Legal Defense Fund, and the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies.
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- WASHINGTON, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council announced today that it will launch a $1M community impact investment geared towards boosting entrepreneurship and addressing social and economic justice.
- Recipients include the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs, Legal Defense Fund, and the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies.
- The announcement was made during the organization's annual recognition gala, a celebration that wraps up ELC Week, an energizing and enriching week of programming geared towards fostering growth and prosperity for the next generation of Black business leaders through programs like its CEO GameChanger Conference and Mid-level Managers Symposium.
- This year's event hosted nearly 4000 guests, including corporate CEOs, executives and up-and-coming business leaders from the largest global corporations at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center Oct. 3 - 6.
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University WASHINGTON, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) announced today that 14-time nominated and four-time Grammy award-winning artists Boyz II Men will headline the 2023 Executive Leadership Council Annual Recognition Gala recognizing Black excellence in business and academia. The awards celebration will be hosted by Entertainment Tonight's Kevin Frazier and will take place on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023 at 6:00 ET, at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland.
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- Ariel Investments CEO and Starbucks chairwoman Mellody Hobson to be honored with the 2023 ELC Achievement Award.
- Independent Board Member and Former Fortune 500 Global Executive, Arlene Isaacs-Lowe will receive the 2023 Alvaro L. Martins Heritage Award.
- WASHINGTON, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) announced today that 14-time nominated and four-time Grammy award-winning artists Boyz II Men will headline the 2023 Executive Leadership Council Annual Recognition Gala recognizing Black excellence in business and academia.
- Additionally, it hosts a convening of corporate CEOs to discuss the issues that are most impacting Black executives in Corporate America.
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Synchrony WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC), the preeminent global membership organization for Black current and former CEOs, senior executives, board members, top-tier entrepreneurs, and global thought leaders, announced Synchrony (NYSE: SYF) as the recipient of its 2023 Corporate Award for outstanding commitment to achieving Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Synchrony will be honored during the 2023 ELC Annual Recognition Gala taking place on Oct. 5, 2023 at 6:00 pm at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland.
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- Synchrony will be honored during the 2023 ELC Annual Recognition Gala taking place on Oct. 5, 2023 at 6:00 pm at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland.
- We are honored to recognize the Synchrony team with this year's 2023 ELC Corporate Award."
- "We're honored and humbled to be recognized by The ELC for the hard work and outstanding contributions of our teams across Synchrony.
- This year's gala highlights business achievement, honors corporate and individual trailblazers, and will deliver $2.8 million in scholarships to ELC Scholarship Program awardees.
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) announced today that it will award $3M in scholarships to 138 undergraduate and graduate students during its annual recognition gala and fundraising event. The event will take place at on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023 at 6:00 ET, at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland.
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- WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) announced today that it will award $3M in scholarships to 138 undergraduate and graduate students during its annual recognition gala and fundraising event.
- The event will take place at on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023 at 6:00 ET, at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland.
- "We celebrate our scholars, their achievements and tenacity, and we are appreciative of our corporate sponsors who help to make these scholarships possible.
- We could not do this without them," said Executive Leadership Council Board Chair Gale V. King.
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Black WASHINGTON, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) announced today that it will honor Arlene Isaacs-Lowe with the prestigious 2023 Alvaro L. Martins Heritage Award during its 2023 Annual ELC Recognition Gala on Thursday, October 5, 2023 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland at 5:00 p.m. ET.
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- The ELC is recognized as the preeminent global membership organization for Black current and former CEOs, senior executives, and board members of Fortune 1000 and equivalent companies, top-tier entrepreneurs, and global thought leaders.
- Created in honor of The ELC's founding member and first president and CEO Alvaro L. Martins, the Heritage Award recognizes an individual who has made significant lifetime contributions toward supporting the achievement of Black individuals in business.
- "Arlene's exceptional contributions to Black business executives and her passion for driving social impact are emblematic of what it means to serve.
- "We are proud to honor her with the 2023 Alvaro L. Martins Heritage Award."
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Princeton University 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.
