# The Executive Leadership Council: The Power of Inclusive Leadership > The Executive Leadership Council is an independent non\-profit founded in 1986 that opens channels of opportunity for the development of global executives to positively impact business and our communities\. Generated by Yoast SEO v28.7, this is an llms.txt file, meant for consumption by LLMs. ## Pages - [In\-Person Schedule](https://www.elcinfo.com/mlms-2026/in-person-schedule/) - [Virtual Schedule](https://www.elcinfo.com/mlms-2026/virtual-schedule/) - [The ELC Webinars](https://www.elcinfo.com/institute/elcwebinars/) - [Gala Week 2026](https://www.elcinfo.com/gala-week-2026/) - [ELC Recognition Gala 2026](https://www.elcinfo.com/gala-week-2026/elc-recognition-gala-2026/) ## Posts - [The Executive Leadership Council to Honor Exelon with 2026 Corporate Award for Investment in Leadership and the Next Generation of Talent](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/the-executive-leadership-council-to-honor-exelon-with-2026-corporate-award-for-investment-in-leadership-and-the-next-generation-of-talent/) - [Gale V\. King to Receive The ELC’s 2026 Alvaro L\. Martins Heritage Award for Enduring Leadership and Service](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/gale-v-king-to-receive-the-elcs-2026-alvaro-l-martins-heritage-award-for-enduring-leadership-and-service/) - [A MLMS Participant Story: Devante Johns](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/a-mlms-participant-story-devante-johns/) - [The ELC Awards $1\.5M in Scholarships to 100 Scholars](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/the-elc-awards-1-5m-in-scholarships-to-100-scholars/) - [The Leadership Advantage Hidden in Plain Sight](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/leadership-advantage-hidden-in-plain-sight/) ## Leadership Programs - [Strategic Pathways](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/leadership-program/strategic-pathways-for-women/) - [Leadership Development Experience](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/leadership-program/leadership-development-experience-lde/) - [C\-Suite Academy](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/leadership-program/c-suite-academy/) - [Mid\-Level Managers’ Symposium](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/leadership-program/mid-level-managers-symposium-mlms/) - [Leadership Pathways](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/leadership-program/leadership-pathways/) ## Storytellers - [Leadership Beyond the Script featuring Costco Chief DEI Officer Alison Francis](https://www.elcinfo.com/storytellers/leadership-beyond-the-script-featuring-costco-chief-dei-officer-alison-francis/): The session features a conversation with Costco executive Alison regarding the corporate culture and values of the brand\. It examines how trust, humility, and respect for people foster customer loyalty and provide insights for leaders\. You can read more about the session at Costco\. - [Beyond the Data: How Leaders See What Others Miss](https://www.elcinfo.com/storytellers/beyond-the-data-how-leaders-see-what-others-miss/): This conversation examines emerging trends, creator culture, audience expectations, leadership reinvention, and what organizations can learn from the signals people are sending every day\. ## Voices of the ELC - [Leading Through Ambiguity](https://www.elcinfo.com/institute/voices-of-the-elc/leading-through-ambiguity/): This conversation explores how to lead effectively in moments of uncertainty and high pressure, focusing on composure, clarity, and the relationship dynamics that help leaders navigate disruption and guide teams through ambiguity\. - [The Sponsorship Gap](https://www.elcinfo.com/institute/voices-of-the-elc/the-sponsorship-gap/): Mentorship offers guidance, but sponsorship drives advancement\. This session explores how to build visibility, relationships, and advocacy to attract sponsors who open doors to leadership\. - [The AI Impact](https://www.elcinfo.com/institute/voices-of-the-elc/ai-impact/): As AI reshapes the workplace, this conversation explores how professionals can use technology to boost productivity, strengthen critical thinking, and balance innovation with human skills for future\-ready growth at work\. - [Inside the C\-Suite](https://www.elcinfo.com/institute/voices-of-the-elc/inside-the-c-suite/): Thriving in the C\-Suite requires a different toolkit\. This conversation explores the nuance, complexity, and relationship dynamics of senior leadership—and what it truly takes to succeed after reaching the top\. - [Lead with Influence: Winning in the Trust Economy](https://www.elcinfo.com/institute/voices-of-the-elc/lead-with-influence-winning-in-the-trust-economy/): Authority gets you a title\. Trust gets you influence\. In today's leadership landscape, the leaders who go furthest aren't the ones with the biggest titles ## Videos - [Building Your Network: The 8 Types of People You Need in Your Squad](https://www.elcinfo.com/videos/building-your-network-the-8-types-of-people-you-need-in-your-squad/): Learn how Black corporate professionals can strengthen their networks by identifying eight essential types of relationships that provide guidance, advocacy, opportunities, and support for career advancement\. - [The Boule, The ELC, and The Links, Inc\. Joint CBCF Fellows Contribution](https://www.elcinfo.com/videos/the-boule-the-elc-and-the-links-inc-joint-cbcf-fellows-contribution/): A joint initiative from The Boulé, The ELC, and The Links, Incorporated, featuring Dwayne M\. Murray and Dr\. Kimberly Jeffries Leonard in support of CBCF Fellows\. - [Breast Cancer Awareness Month](https://www.elcinfo.com/videos/breast-cancer-awareness-month/): ELC President and CEO Mike Hyter hosted Paula Schneider, President and CEO of Susan G\. Komen, for a Business Brief focused on breast cancer awareness and the Stand for H\.E\.R\. initiative, which aims to reduce racial disparities in breast cancer outcomes\. - [A Focus on Mental Health](https://www.elcinfo.com/videos/a-focus-on-mental-health/): A Conversation with Dr\. Janet Taylor, Psychiatrist and Author of The Courageous Classroom - [The Rebirth of a Brand](https://www.elcinfo.com/videos/the-rebirth-of-a-brand/): ELC President and CEO Mike Hyter wrapped up the year with a LinkedIn conversation featuring Michele Thornton Ghee, CEO of Ebony and JET, highlighting her leadership journey and perspective\. ## ELC Timeline - [Building Influence at Scale](https://www.elcinfo.com/?post_type=elc_timeline&p=60982) - [19 Leaders\. One Vision\.](https://www.elcinfo.com/?post_type=elc_timeline&p=60980) - [Leadership That Endures](https://www.elcinfo.com/?post_type=elc_timeline&p=60984) - [Expanding Enterprise Influence](https://www.elcinfo.com/?post_type=elc_timeline&p=60983) - [Building the Leadership Pipeline](https://www.elcinfo.com/?post_type=elc_timeline&p=60981) ## People - [Alison Francis](https://www.elcinfo.com/team-members/alison-francis/): Alison Francis began her career with Costco in 1997\. During her tenure with Costco she has worked in numerous management positions\. - [Patricia Hayling Price](https://www.elcinfo.com/team-members/patricia-hayling-price/): Patricia is President of LIVEWORKSTRATEGIZE LLC \(www\.liveworkstrategize\.com\) an executive coaching and leadership development practice \(launched in 2006\)\. - [Michael C\. Hyter](https://www.elcinfo.com/team-members/michael-c-hyter-2/) - [Malik Ducard](https://www.elcinfo.com/team-members/malik-ducard/) - [Erica Jordan](https://www.elcinfo.com/team-members/erica-jordan/) ## Storyteller Category - [Upcoming Webinars](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/storyteller-category/upcoming-webinars/) - [Webinar Replays](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/storyteller-category/webinar-replays/) ## College or University - [Howard University](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/college_or_university/howard-university/) - [North Carolina A\&T State University](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/college_or_university/north-carolina-at-state-university/) - [Spelman College](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/college_or_university/spelman-college/) - [Hampton University](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/college_or_university/hampton-university/) - [Morehouse College](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/college_or_university/morehouse-college/) ## Major - [Finance](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/major/finance/) - [Computer Science](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/major/computer-science/) - [Marketing](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/major/marketing/) - [Mechanical Engineering](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/major/mechanical-engineering/) - [Business Administration](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/major/business-administration/) ## Scholarships - [Ann Fudge Scholarship](https://www.elcinfo.com/scholarships/ann-fudge-scholarship/) - [Alvaro L\. Martins Scholarship](https://www.elcinfo.com/scholarships/alvaro-l-martins-scholarship/) - [ELC Scholars](https://www.elcinfo.com/scholarships/elc-scholars/) - [Johnson \& Johnson Scholarship](https://www.elcinfo.com/scholarships/johnson-johnson-scholarship/) - [HSBC Scholarship](https://www.elcinfo.com/scholarships/hsbc-scholarship/) ## Timeline Decades - [1980s](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/timeline-decade/1980s/) - [1990s](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/timeline-decade/1990s/) - [2000s](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/timeline-decade/2000s/) - [2010s](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/timeline-decade/2010s/) - [2020s](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/timeline-decade/2020s/) ## Timeline Years - [1986](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/timeline-year/1986/) - [2026](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/timeline-year/2026/) - [1992](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/timeline-year/1992/) - [2021](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/timeline-year/2021/) - [2002](https://www.elcinfo.com/news-and-insights/timeline-year/2002/) ## Optional - [Sitemap index](https://www.elcinfo.com/sitemap_index.xml)