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
Members convene at luxury hotels for private forums and dinners featuring industry leaders and peer-level dialogue.
Generational Wealth
Members share insights and form partnerships around investment strategy, ownership, and long-term wealth creation.
Board Pathways
Structured access to corporate board opportunities, governance training, and direct engagement with board directors.
Induction Ceremony
A formal black-tie initiation marking each member’s entry and formal induction into BEM membership.
Annual Awards
Annual conferring of the Brother of the Year and Legacy Awards, honoring exceptional leadership, excellence, and impact.
Impact Legacy
Structured mentorship for mid-level managers, led by BEM members advancing the next generation 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
THE FIRST YEAR
What members experience in their first year
DAY 1
Welcome and onboarding into Black Executive Men.
DAY 7
Connect with members across industries and regions.
DAY 30
Join global BEM townhall with members across industries.
DAY 90
Attend an in-person regional gathering.
MONTH 6
Participate in a BEM executive forum.
YEAR 1
Attend a BEM global dinner.
Membership Is By Invitation
Request an invitation to join the premier network for Black men in corporate leadership.