Posts Tagged ‘leadership’
Philanthropist Early Walker is helping to change the narrative in Chicago
Serial entrepreneur and philanthropist Early Walker shares the story of his business and giving back. Dubbed ‘Chicago’s Secret Angel’ Mr. Walker is becoming a household name throughout the…
Read MoreSpelman’s Rosalind Brewer becomes the only Black female CEO of a Fortune 500 company
Currently the chief operating officer of Starbucks, Rosalind Brewer is set to replace Stefano Pessina as CEO of Walgreens Boots Alliance, according to multiple news outlets. The unprecedented move will…
Read MoreAlexis Kerr, Cadillac’s head of multicultural marketing, is the epitome of excellence
As Cadillac’s head of multicultural marketing, Alexis Kerr leads the organization’s efforts to increase opinion, consideration and market share among diverse consumers. She also manages corporate social responsibility and music…
Read MoreHow digital content leader Marcus Parker uses rehabilitation to change lives
Marcus Parker, also known as Marcus “M-Positive” Parker, is an Air Force veteran, author and motivational poet, who has created digital content to motivate and heal people from past trauma.…
Read MoreReebok names fashion designer Kerby Jean-Raymond VP of creative direction
The time for the fashion industry to recognize Black leadership is long overdue. While Black designers have been making a name for themselves for years, those who have been offered…
Read MoreBlack Women’s Health Imperative and Zsanai Epps uplift next leaders in health
Since 1983, The Black Women’s Health Imperative has been dedicated to uplifting and educating Black women about health and overall wellbeing. This week they are celebrating 38 years of existence…
Read MoreDallas Police Chief U. Reneé Hall supports reimagining policing
Following George Floyd’s death at the hands of officers with the Minneapolis Police Department, calls for police reform are being heard around the country. At rolling out, we want to…
Read MoreRetired Army Sgt. Maj. Craig Keith examines leadership styles in new book
From serving in the United States Army to traveling around the world, retired Sgt. Maj. Craig Keith noticed there were a host of different styles of leadership. From his observations,…
Read MoreBlack leaders react to the death of civil rights icon C.T. Vivian
The Rev. C.T. Vivian, a minister, civil rights icon and lieutenant of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., died Friday, July 17, 2020, at his home in Atlanta. He was…
Read More5 ways to celebrate Juneteenth and support the Black community
Across the nation, millions are celebrating Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in Texas. On Jan. 1, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation took effect ending slavery in the…
Read MoreUnited Airlines appoints 1st Black president, Brett J. Hart
United Airlines has announced that Brett J. Hart will take over as president of United Airlines Holdings. Hart, who currently serves as the company’s executive vice president and a chief…
Read MoreElsie Cardell’s Results, Sales & Marketing helps companies distribute products
Elsie Cardell is the president and owner of Results Sales & Marketing, LLC. Cardell has 30 years of experience in strategic sales leadership. She started the premier sales and marketing…
Read MoreComerica Bank exec Vanessa T. Reed is serving her customers in a special way
Vanessa T. Reed is the regional external affairs manager for Comerica Bank. Reed, who has a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of New Orleans, joined Comerica Bank…
Read MoreFormer engineer Stephanie Humphrey helps people understand technology
Stephanie Humphrey is a former engineer turned, tech enthusiast, public speaker, and news correspondent. She is an expert tech contributor for ABC News’ nationally syndicated daytime talk show “Strahan, Sara…
Read MoreMeet BlackStar Film Festival CEO Maori Karmael Holmes
Maori Karmael Holmes is the founder and artistic director of BlackStar Film Festival. Holmes received her bachelor’s in history from American University and her MFA in film from Temple University. Her…
Read MoreNielsen SVP Cheryl Grace explains how Black consumers drive pop culture (video)
Cheryl Grace is the senior vice president of U.S. strategic community alliances and consumer engagement for Nielsen. In her role, she drives Nielsen’s multicultural thought leadership strategy. She holds a…
Read MoreAlissa Constable champions emerging leaders in STEM and design
Alissa Constable is a marketing consultant and executive producer who creates world-class experiences for brands, companies and nonprofits. In 2004, Constable founded EMERGE/NEXT Leaders, an experiential education company that produces digital…
Read MoreIntuit manager Kiara Urbina shares how the company helped her grow as a leader
Kiara Urbina is a sales manager at Intuit. Urbina started her journey at the financial company two years ago as a part of the early career program and she was…
Read MoreAARP’s Jean Accius strives to improve lives of older adults and their progeny
Jean Accius, Ph.D., is the senior vice president of global thought leadership and international affairs for AARP. He is a nationally recognized expert on aging, longevity, health and long-term care…
Read MoreYvonne McNair explains the importance of cultural authenticity in branding
Captivate Marketing Group is led by Yvonne McNair, a creative, certified entertainment marketing professional and Emmy-nominated event producer. McNair has a proven track record of conceptualizing and orchestrating small and…
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