The Academy for Advancing Excellence

That’s a wrap on Essence Fest! We want to thank everyone who visited the Academy Stage and engaged with us over the past few days. Your participation made this event truly special. A special thank you to all of the speakers and coaches who contributed their knowledge and passion, you all truly helped make this event a success. We look forward to continuing this journey of learning, growth, and community with all of you. Be sure to stay connected, you won’t want to miss what we have in store!

Yesterday over 50 CDO’s gathered during Essence Fest for CDO Convening. Together, we’ve sparked meaningful conversations and shared valuable knowledge to continue the work that needs to be done in the DEI landscape. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended and a special thanks to our incredible speakers for their insightful contributions, this event wouldn’t have been possible without them!

Happy 4th of July! Today, we honor the resilience, courage, and dedication of those who have shaped our nation’s history. As we enjoy the festivities, fireworks, and time with loved ones, let us also look forward to a future filled with promise and opportunity. Wishing everyone a safe and joyous Independence Day.

Today, we honor and celebrate freedom, resilience, and the heritage of Black culture. Juneteenth is a reminder of our collective journey towards justice and equality. Let's continue to educate, uplift, and empower each other. Happy Juneteenth! ✨ #Juneteenth #BlackHistory #CelebrateFreedom #AdvancingExcellence

The Global Black Economic Forum and U.S. News have partnered to lead a panel discussion at the 2024 U.S. News State of Equity in America Forum titled, "A Roadmap to Create Economic Opportunity for All". This conversation will feature several esteemed voices, including Alphonso David, Melissa L. Bradley, Janis Bowdler, Zakiyyah T. Salim-Williams, and our very own Aaliyah Haqq. The discussion will take place today, June 5th at 4:05 PM and explore pathways to foster inclusive economic growth and equity.

June marks Pride Month, a time to celebrate and honor the LGBTQ+ community's resilience, diversity, and achievements. At The Academy, we are proud to support equality and inclusion in all aspects of our business. Throughout the month, we'll be celebrating and acknowledging Pride on our social media channels, so stay tuned! 🏳️🌈

On Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. At The Academy, we express our deepest gratitude to those who served and their families. Today, we reflect on their courage and sacrifice, and we remain committed to supporting our veterans and their communities.

Happy National Administrative Professionals Day! Today, we honor the hard work and dedication of those who keep our organizations running smoothly. From managing logistics to ensuring efficiency, your professionalism is the cornerstone of our success. Thank you for all you do!

The Academy seeks to create a global business world where every person can authentically engage, be valued, and be afforded equal opportunities to drive transformational business results.

The purpose of the Academy is to (1) advance and grow a global business community and workforce through leadership and institutional development where every person is authentically valued and afforded equal opportunities to thrive and (2) provide business, government, and not-for-profit leaders with strategic guidance on addressing social justice issues that affect the most marginalized members of our communities.