Introduction of the first wave of speakers for AFFIRM 2024, the
46th Annual Conference & Exposition presented by National Black
hosted in Washington, D.C., from
September 17-21.
WASHINGTON, June 27,
2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Black MBA
Association (NBMBAA) is proud to announce an exceptional lineup of
speakers for its highly anticipated AFFIRM 2024 conference, taking
place in Washington, D.C. Under
the theme "Driving Excellence, Empowering Transformation: AFFIRM
2024," this year's event will feature renowned leaders,
visionaries, and changemakers shaping the future of business,
politics and social impact.
The initial roster of confirmed speakers includes:
"We are incredibly excited to present this
phenomenal group of speakers for AFFIRM 2024," said H. Beecher
Hicks, III, President & CEO of NBMBAA. "Their collective
wisdom, diverse perspectives, and unwavering commitment to
excellence will inspire and empower our attendees to reach new
heights."
- Fawn Weaver, CEO of Uncle
Nearest Premium Whiskey and Co-Founder, Nearest Green
Distillery
- Symone Sanders Townsend,
Political Strategist, MSNBC Host, and Former Senior Advisor to Vice
President Kamala Harris
- Stacey Abrams, Political Leader,
Voting Rights Activist, Entrepreneur, and New York Times
Bestselling Author
- Carla Harris, Former Vice
Chairman, Managing Director, and Senior Client Advisor at Morgan
Stanley
- Al Sharpton, Founder and
President, National Action Network
- Marc Morial, President and CEO, National Urban League
- Ed Gordon, Award-Winning
Journalist and News Anchor
These esteemed speakers will share their expertise, insights,
and experiences with thousands of Black professionals,
entrepreneurs, and graduate students nationwide. AFFIRM 2024
promises to be a transformative experience, empowering attendees to
embrace their potential, drive excellence in their careers, and
create lasting positive change in their communities and the
world.
Ed Gordon will be leading a
thought-provoking discussion titled 'The Voice: A Black Business
Townhall,' featuring prominent figures such as Symone Sanders Townsend, Al Sharpton, Marc Morial, and H. Beecher Hicks,
III. This interactive session aims to delve into significant trends
and topics that directly impact Black business professionals and
the ever-changing business landscape.
"We are incredibly excited to present this phenomenal group of
speakers for AFFIRM 2024," said H. Beecher Hicks, III, President
& CEO of NBMBAA. "Their collective wisdom, diverse
perspectives, and unwavering commitment to excellence will inspire
and empower our attendees to reach new heights. This year's
conference theme, 'Driving Excellence, Empowering Transformation,'
reflects our belief that each individual has the power to make a
difference and shape a brighter future."
AFFIRM 2024 will feature a dynamic program of keynote addresses,
panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities.
Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights, develop new skills,
connect with industry leaders, and explore career
opportunities.
Registration for AFFIRM 2024 is now open. For more information
and to register, please visit https://nbmbaaconference.org/. Early
bird registration ends on Wednesday, July
10.
About the National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA)
NBMBAA is a non-profit member-based organization dedicated to
creating educational opportunities and economic growth for Black
professionals. Through scholarships, professional development
programs, conferences, and career resources, NBMBAA empowers Black
MBA graduates and professionals to achieve their full
potential.
Media Contact
Harold Reid, National Black MBA
Association, 404-260-7636, marketing@nbmbaa.org,
https://nbmbaa.org/
Twitter
View original content to download
multimedia:https://www.prweb.com/releases/nbmbaa-unveils-powerhouse-speaker-lineup-for-affirm-2024-46th-annual-conference--career-exposition-302185146.html
SOURCE National Black MBA Association