THE 39TH ANNUAL KELLOGG BMA CONFERENCE
Saturday, October 25, 2025
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM CT
Kellogg Global Hub 2211 Campus Dr
Evanston, IL 60208
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Exploring the Power of Opportunity and Ownership
We are thrilled to announce the 39th Annual Black Management Association Conference will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at the Kellogg Global Hub in Evanston, IL. Act quickly because early-bird tickets are now on sale!
As Kellogg’s longest-standing conference, the BMA Conference brings together students, alumni, faculty and industry leaders for a day of powerful dialogue and community. This year’s theme, “Pay Me in Equity: Exploring the Power of Opportunity and Ownership”, draws inspiration from Beyoncé’s iconic phrase—spotlighting both financial and social equity as cornerstones for lasting impact.
Through powerful conversations, thought-provoking panels and meaningful networking designed to inspire and empower conference attendees will leave the conference ready to take bold action.
Why you should join us:
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Reconnect with fellow Kellogg alumni, students and industry leaders
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Gain Insights from candid discussions on wealth-building, ownership and social impact
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Expand your network with professionals, founders and corporate partners
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Be inspired by stories of resilience, innovation and leadership
🎤 Keynote Speaker: Roslyn Brock ’99 MBA - Chairman Emeritus, NAACP
As a civil rights leader, healthcare executive and health activist Brock has made many accomplishments in her career including becoming the youngest person to serve as Chair of the NAACP. Brock will share her journey from healthcare administration to civil rights leadership. In her address, Brock will cover leadership lessons from her successful career, and her perspectives on advancing equity in healthcare, business and beyond.
🎤 Keynote Speaker: Martin Nesbitt — Co-CEO, The Vistria Group
An investment manager, founder, and owner, Nesbitt is an esteemed leader in the Chicago area boasting experience in real estate, entrepreneurship and treasury for a presidential campaign. Nesbit will not only cover his career achievements, which include leading a $1.7B private equity firm, but also the importance of ownership when it comes to making a name for yourself as a leader.
![At this year’s conference, we’re bringing together leaders who are reshaping what culture, belonging, and inclusion mean in practice—and how to drive real, lasting impact in organizations.
🔥 Panelists include:
⚫ Aaron Mitchell – Director, HR at Netflix; creator of Netflix’s 2% Cash Commitment
⚫ Melissa Donaldson – Global Head of DEI at Morningstar
⚫ Michelle Y. Bess – Former Chief People Officer at OppFi
This panel will discuss how some leading organizations are revisiting their programs and practices not to scale back their DEIB targets, but to revise their practices to ensure truly equitable outcomes.
📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025
📍 Kellogg Global Hub
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![⏳ Only 2 Days Left to Grab Early Bird Tickets ⏳
Purchase your ticket for the 39th Annual Black Management Association Conference before prices go up on 9/30! 🎟️🔥
🎤 Keynote Speaker: Martin Nesbitt — Co-CEO, The Vistria Group
An investment manager, founder, and owner, Nesbitt is an esteemed leader in the Chicago area boasting experience in real estate, entrepreneurship and treasury for a presidential campaign. Nesbit will not only cover his career achievements, which include leading a $1.7B private equity firm, but also the importance of ownership when it comes to making a name for yourself as a leader.
📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025
📍 Kellogg Global Hub | Evanston, IL
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