June 19th 2023.
On June 15, All In Together hosted its 4th Annual Black Women Lead Summit at Washington, DC’s Howard Theatre. Attendees from BLACK ENTERPRISE explored the importance of Black female leaders in business, politics, and media.
The event was full of impactful women, including Congresswoman Nikema Williams, Dr. Mary-Ann Etiebet, and actress, singer, and activist Michelle Williams. The summit aimed to promote equity in all professions, with diplomatic experts and executive leaders offering their advice for becoming influential in the professional world and why Black women should be in every space.
The summit kicked off with a musical performance from Tarriona Ball of Tank and the Bangas as she paid homage to black women in a rendition of the song “Black Woman.” After that, attendees heard from accomplished women from all fields as they recounted their struggles, achievements, and how to break barriers.
The event’s first panel, “Leadership on the Global Stage”, was moderated by political strategist Symone Sanders and featured words of wisdom from United Nations Ambassador Linda Thomas Greenfield. She spoke about the ongoing bloodshed in Eastern Europe, her expansive career, and what she wished she had been told as a young Black woman who grew up in the segregated south.
Other speakers included Brittany Masalosalo, Alisa Ballard, and Lieutenant Colonel Marisol A. Chalas in “Honoring Their Service: Black Women Leading National Security”. They discussed gender barriers they’ve faced in the armed forces.
In “A View from the Top: Black Women in Executive Leadership”, Walgreens Senior Vice President and Chief DEI Officer Alethia Jackson spoke with CNN News Anchor and Chief Legal Analyst Laura Coates about being in positions of power and women empowerment in their industries.
Attendees were also offered advice on how to acquire generational wealth and gain access to capital from Jennifer Butler, Dr. Carolette Norwood, and Desirée Rogers. Congresswoman Williams was joined by Laphonza Butler, Angela Ferrell-Zabala, and Kimberly Peeler-Allen to discuss how to facilitate change through political power.
Finally, Lisa Cunningham spoke about menstrual justice and Dr. Mary-Ann Etiebet, Dr. Kanika A. Harris, and Kameron Dawson discussed Black maternal health and health equity.
The event was streamed on the OWN Youtube Channel, giving everyone the chance to access the inspiring words from these amazing women. If you missed it, visit the OWN Network on YouTube to watch the full video.
Don't forget to check out BLACK ENTERPRISE’s Disruptor Summit ATL, too!
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