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ELC Blog Posts

Explore the latest stories, milestones, and achievements from the Executive Leadership Council community—celebrating Black excellence, leadership, and impact across industries.

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Driving Tech Equity, Coded By: and The ELC’s 2025 Community Impact Grant

At The Executive Leadership Council (ELC), we know that empowering tomorrow’s leaders starts with recognizing and investing in grassroots innovation. Today, we’re proud to feature Coded by:, a Philadelphia-rooted organization reshaping tech equity and generational wealth. From humble rec-center beginnings to a multi-site powerhouse, Coded by: exemplifies the community impact we strive to champion. In this candid Q&A with Coded

ELC News

Stay informed with the latest news, insights, and thought leadership from The Executive Leadership Council—highlighting transformative trends, impactful conversations, and leadership that shapes the future.

ELC Press Releases

Discover the latest official announcements from The Executive Leadership Council and its partners—highlighting leadership appointments, corporate impact, and initiatives advancing equity and excellence in business.

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Keisha Smith Joins Four Seasons as EVP – Leading People & Culture at the luxury hospitality giant

Four Seasons, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company, announces the appointment of Keisha Smith as Executive Vice President and Chief People and Culture Officer, effective January 6, 2025. Based at the company’s corporate office in Miami, Keisha joins the Executive Leadership Team and reports directly to Four Seasons President and CEO Alejandro Reynal. “Keisha brings extensive expertise from her dynamic

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FICO Expands AI & Analytics Program to Three HBCUs – Strengthening the pipeline for Black data scientists

FICO is partnering with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to educate the next generation of data scientists. According to a news release, the global analytic software company is bringing back its FICO® Educational Analytics Challenge for the second year. This will give students the opportunity to engage with real-world challenges in artificial intelligence(AI) and analytics, inspiring them to develop

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Clarence Otis Featured on CNBC – Highlighting the insights and impact of an esteemed ELC member

Consumers have reached a point where they don’t have the incremental spending power: Clarence Otis Clarence Otis, former Darden Restaurants CEO, joins ‘Squawk Box’ to discuss news of French supermarket chain Carrefour dropping some Pepsi products and several brand names to protest what the company considers to be unacceptable price hikes, whether consumers might be approaching a breaking point, the

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Tabitha Brown’s New Role at Clover – Announced as the brand’s first Chief Empowerment Officer

Fintech company Fiserv‘s Clover brand has named Tabitha Brown as its first chief empowerment officer. The creative visionary, entrepreneur, and Emmy Award-winning TV personality will work with Clover’s small and midsized business customers as an advocate and ambassador. Fiserv said that although the 33 million SMBs in the U.S. account for nearly 48% of private-sector employment, about 1.6 million new

2025 Q1 Board Appointments

The Executive Leadership Council is proud to announce its Q1 2025 Board Appointments, recognizing distinguished leaders who bring exceptional experience, insight, and dedication to advancing the ELC’s mission. These appointments reflect our ongoing commitment to excellence, equity, and impactful leadership across industries.

Entrepreneur Highlights

The Executive Leadership Council celebrates the bold vision, innovation, and leadership of our members who are making a powerful impact as entrepreneurs. From consulting to finance, these trailblazers are building businesses that inspire and lead across industries.

Event Recaps

Relive the powerful moments, conversations, and connections from past ELC events. From international convenings to leadership forums, these gatherings celebrate Black excellence and advance leadership for a global future.

Members on the Move

The Executive Leadership Council proudly celebrates the continued advancement, recognition, and visibility of its distinguished members. From new executive appointments to major media features, ELC members are shaping industries and inspiring future leaders across the globe.

The Fellowship

Explore thought leadership, insights, and stories from The ELC community designed to inspire, empower, and inform. These features spotlight the lived experiences of Black professionals and offer strategies for personal growth, leadership, and workplace equity.

ELC Gala Week

A celebration of excellence, impact, and leadership—ELC Gala Week recognizes outstanding Black executives, scholars, and organizations driving progress in business and society. Discover how ELC honors achievement, fuels the pipeline of Black talent, and champions equity at the highest levels.

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