INSIDE THE NETWORK
Executives across Fortune 500 companies, global banks, and enterprise organizations.
Ather Williams III
Head of Global Payments at Wells Fargo
Joe Hurd
Board Director at Lloyd's of London
Jeffrey Weaver
Executive Vice President & Managing Director at Key Bank Capital Markets
William Washington
Chief Financial Officer at Baker McKenzie
Allyn Shaw
Chief Operating Officer at Truist
Rashaan Josey
President at Bose Automotive
Kevin A. Henry
Executive Vice President & Chief People Officer at Pulte Group
Derrick Pledger
Chief Information Officer at Maximus
Ryan Johnson
Chief Privacy Officer at Savvas Learning Company
Gerry Capers
Division President at Deluxe
Tim Hudson
Chief Commercial Officer at TE Connectivity
Carl Bell
Chief Technology Officer at Security State Bank & Trust
OUR REACH
Members operate within leading global enterprises, spanning every major market worldwide.
HOW THE NETWORK WORKS
Members convene through private forums, partnerships, and board pathways, driving relationships and opportunities that compound over time.
Executive Forums
Structured peer forums with industry leaders across major global cities, hosted at leading hotels and private clubs.
Ownership & Exits
Members engage on capital strategy, ownership, and exits, where high-value partnerships and transactions emerge.
Board Governance
Board-level governance, decision-making perspective, and readiness for corporate board service.
Pinning Ceremony
Held at The St. Regis Atlanta, welcoming the incoming class through a formal induction and champagne reception.
Legacy Dinner
Held in Napa Valley, where members align family office strategy and philanthropy to shape generational impact.
Mentorship Summit
BEM members mentoring and sponsoring the next generation of corporate Black men into executive leadership.
ADMISSIONS
Membership is selective and reserved for Black men in corporate leadership.
ADMISSIONS PROCESS
The admissions process includes three steps:
1. REQUEST INVITATION
Submit your information to be considered.
2. FORMAL INTERVIEW
Candidates participate in a formal interview to confirm fit and alignment.
3. INVITATION EXTENDED
Qualified candidates receive an invitation to join Black Executive Men.
FAQ
Membership Considerations
Membership Is By Invitation
Request an invitation to join the premier network for Black men in corporate leadership.