Programming That Honors Black Excellence
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Real programs from Black ERGs
Events and activations other companies' Black ERGs have actually run.
SHI International Corp Black, Latinx, and LGBTQIA+ ERGs Share Inclusion Story at Town Crier Series
Three SHI International Corp. employee groups — EMBRACE ERG, the Black Culture Collective ERG, and the Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Culture Committee — spoke at the company's monthly Town Crier series, engaging over 100 employees on diversity, inclusion, and the work each group is doing to build a more welcoming workplace.
Pantheon Black and Latinx ERG Hosts Trivia Event on Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month History
Pantheon's Black & Latinx ERG hosted a Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month trivia event with Bar None Games, testing employees' knowledge of Hispanic and Latinx leaders, music, and history.
Georgia Power Company Black ERG Hosts HBCU Panel for Black History Month
Georgia Power's VOICE ERG hosted a Black History Month panel discussion and celebration honoring HBCUs, encouraging employees to wear HBCU, fraternity, or sorority gear to show pride and community solidarity.
Synchrony Black ERG Hosts Black History Month Learning Series and Cultural Celebration at University Partners
Synchrony's ETC and DTC interns at the University of Illinois and University of Connecticut hosted a Black History Month program featuring weekly deep-dive sessions on African American history and soul food catered from local Black-owned restaurants.
Gilbane Building Company Black ERG Supports South Philly High School Back-to-School Drive
Gilbane Building Company's Ujima ERG joined the Philadelphia School District's Back-to-School Drive and Bus Tour at South Philly High School, distributing school supplies to students in the community.
Farmers Insurance Black Professionals Alliance ERG MLK Day Kingdom Parade
Farmers Insurance's Black Professionals Alliance (BPA) Employee Resource Group participated in the Los Angeles MLK Day "Kingdom Day Parade" on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The team included executive leaders, District Managers, Farmers Agents, BPA ERG members, and employees from various lines of business, riding the Farmers Catastrophe Response bus while celebrating the event themed "Reclaiming the Dream."
Paramount BEAT+ ERG Black History Month Pass the Mic Legacy in Motion Series
It’s been a while—missed me? Let’s just say my new year officially started in February!As we close out Black History Month, I couldn’t let this moment pass without sharing the incredible programming we put together. Being part of the BEAT+ leadership team at Paramount has been an honor, and this month was nothing short of inspiring.With our theme "Pass the Mic: Legacy in Motion," we celebrated how our work continues to uplift Black culture, honor our legacy, and drive our community forward. We created spaces for reflection, conversation, and action—through both virtual and in-person events.✨ Some key highlights from the month:A Seat at the Table – A powerful discussion featuring company leaders-Destiney Bishop, Tiyale Hayes, Courtney Oliver, Reginald Dozier II, Brittany Taylor.A conversation with Morris Chestnut and Nischelle Turner – A deep dive into his career and his upcoming CBS series, Watson.For the Culture – A celebration of influential leaders shaping culture and industry such as Imani Ellis, Kimberly Evans Paige, Steve Pamon, Bevy Smith.Writing a New Legacy – A thought-provoking dialogue with NABJ journalists Bonita Sostre, Ken Lemon, and more commemorating NABJ’s 50th anniversary and discussing the state of media.We had some heavy hitters in the building, and the conversations were nothing short of impactful! This was more than just a month of programming—it was a testament to the power of storytelling, representation, and community. Grateful to my fellow ERG leaders and the Office of Global Inclusion who had a hand making this happen.Let’s keep the momentum going—our legacy is always in motion. 💜✊🏾If you tuned into any of our events for the month, What resonated most with you? Share your thoughts in the comments below! BEAT+ Leadership TeamDestiney BishopTeronse Miller IIErin Nicole J.Jahan HardyNeil WadeJanée Dabney
AfroTech 2019 Brings Together Black Tech Professionals for Networking and Innovation in STEM
Rocket Companies employees attended AfroTech 2019, connecting with top Black tech professionals and networking across the industry at one of the leading conferences for Black innovators in STEM.
Services for Black ERGs
Speakers, workshops, and experiences from vendors who serve this community.
Rooted in Resilience: Honoring Black History, Empowering the Future. (Virtual)
Black History You Can Taste™ — Virtual Culinary History Experiences (Rice Built the South: Black Knowledge That Fed a Nation)
The Summit Bag They'll Actually Use: ERG Conference Gift Set
Get Back in the Driver’s Seat: Career Ownership and Advancement
Addressing Racial and Workplace Sleep Disparities Community Conversation
Fatigue Management and Workplace Safety
More than a moment: JUNETEENTH and the power of leadership ( in person)
Welcome to the Family: New ERG Member Gift Set
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Black History & Cultural Celebration
Programming that goes beyond Black History Month—year-round education on African diaspora contributions, lesser-known historical figures, and contemporary Black excellence across industries.
- Black Innovators in STEM Panel
- Afrofuturism Film Screening & Discussion
- HBCUs & Their Impact on Black Leadership
- Juneteenth Celebration with Local Artists
Career Advancement & Sponsorship
Focused programming on breaking through barriers to executive leadership—navigating code-switching, finding sponsors, negotiating compensation, and building personal brands.
- Executive Presence for Black Professionals
- Navigating Microaggressions at Work
- Sponsorship vs. Mentorship: What You Really Need
- Salary Negotiation Workshop for URMs
Mental Health & Well-being
Addressing unique stressors facing Black professionals—racial battle fatigue, imposter syndrome, and creating spaces for healing and authentic community support.
- Racial Trauma & Workplace Wellness
- Black Therapists Panel on Mental Health
- Meditation & Mindfulness for BIPOC
- Building Resilience Through Community
Economic Empowerment & Wealth Building
Programming focused on closing racial wealth gaps—financial literacy, investing, entrepreneurship, homeownership, and supporting Black-owned businesses.
- Building Generational Wealth Workshop
- Black-Owned Business Showcase & Networking
- Real Estate Investing for Beginners
- Financial Planning for Young Professionals
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