The Executive Leadership Council (ELC)

We recognize the profound impact of the Black vote. Our community’s voice has been instrumental in shaping America's progress. Voting is not just a right—it’s our legacy and responsibility. With less than 50 days until #ElectionDay2024, now is the time to empower yourself and our community: ✔️ Register or verify your registration at vote.org ✔️ Stay informed about issues affecting our community ✔️ Encourage others to participate From local elections to national races, every vote matters. When we turn out in force, we drive meaningful change. Together, we shape our community’s future. The time is now. #ELCVotes #YourVoteMatters #NationalVoterRegistrationDay

The NHQ office is getting ready for conference week, and we’re doing it with Frankie Beverly’s timeless hits filling the air. His soulful voice has been the soundtrack to so many of our memories, and today, we celebrate his incredible legacy. From ‘Joy and Pain’ to ‘We Are One,’ his music will always remind us of unity, love, and resilience. We’ll NEVER let go! 🖤✨ #NBMBAA #TheBlackMBA #FrankieBeverly #RIP #WeAreOne #ConferencePrep #BlackExcellence #NationalBlackMBA #Affirm24 #Affirm2024 #BeforeILetGo

The ELC is delighted to announce Carla Harris, Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley, will be a speaker for the 2024 Mid-Level Managers’ Symposium! Register for the virtual experience at elcinfo.com/mlms. In her 30+ year career as an investment banker, Ms. Harris has extensive industry experience in the technology, media, retail, telecommunications, transportation, industrial, and healthcare sectors. She is highly regarded as a motivator, executor, and leader. In August 2013, President Barack Obama appointed Carla Harris to chair the National Women’s Business Council. Join us at MLMS for the ultimate virtual component – a captivating live stream of our in-person mainstages, enriched with virtual-only exclusive Conversations From The Top conversations and unique, engaging fireside chats. #ELCMLMS #ELCMember #BlackProfessionals #ELCGalaWeek #UnstoppableTogether #BlackWomenLead

As an MLMS attendee, you can expect to: • Prime yourself for new levels of success-oriented thinking by attending keynote addresses from Black thought leaders • Accelerate your progress toward your professional goals with battle-tested strategies and tactics presented in more than 15 concurrent sessions • Avoid career derailers by integrating lessons learned from fireside chats with successful Black professionals • Expand your professional network by connecting with peer Black professionals through our interactive, virtual networking experience 🗓️ In-Person Registration is Sold Out! Register for MLMS Virtual by October 1st! Visit: https://bit.ly/3LvGkkN #ELCMLMS #BlackProfessionals #ELCGalaWeek #UnstoppableTogether

Congratulations to #ELCMember Rhonda Morris, who joined the board of Directors of Workday. Read the official press release: https://bit.ly/3XpZH4l #ELCMembersOnTheMove #BlackWomenLead #BlackExecutives #BlackLeadership

Congratulations to ELC Board Chair Gale King, who received the 2024 Corporate Award from The Black Women’s Agenda during their 47th Annual Symposium. The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc. (BWA) is devoted to advancing, securing, and protecting the rights of these women. Pictured: Vivian Pickard, Board Chair Gale King, Jo Ann Jenkins, Melonie Parker, Byna Elliott, Singleton McAllister, and Libi Rice. #BlackWomenLead #BlackExecutives

We are officially 50 days away from election day! Together, we can shape the future we want to see. Let's get out the vote and make our voices count! 🇺🇸 #KnowYourRights #ELCvotes #Voting #VotingMatters

The ELC is delighted to announce Melissa Butler, Founder & CEO of The Lip Bar Inc., will be a speaker for the 2024 Mid-Level Managers’ Symposium! Register for the virtual experience at elcinfo.com/mlms. Melissa started the The Lip Bar in her kitchen while working on Wall Street. Since the early days of playing chemist, The Lip Bar has become a pioneer on beauty and inclusion and the company is now sold in Target and Walmart stores across the country. Melissa believes that without representation, as humans, we’re left seeking validation. And since 2012, she’s been on a mission to change the way people think about beauty. This year’s program takes the entire identity of the Black professional into account. The ELC will provide even more leadership development opportunities, delivering sessions on various topics featuring contemporary subject matter experts. #ELCMLMS #BlackProfessionals #ELCGalaWeek #UnstoppableTogether

#ELCSnapshots ELC members gathered for an unforgettable experience at the US Open, combining world-class tennis with fellowship. Members and their guests met with Katrina M. Adams, former USTA President and Executive Director of the Harlem Junior Tennis and Education Program. The ELC proudly donated $15,000 to support Harlem’s youth through tennis and education. We were also privileged to hear from USTA leaders, including Ginny Ehrlich, Marisa Grimes Galiber, and Sean Holcomb-Jones, who shared valuable insights on diversity and inclusion in sports. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this a memorable event. We look forward to more opportunities to unite in excellence and empowerment. #ELC #USOpen

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