Special AcknowledgementsA special thank you to our exceptional keynote speakers, Delores Druilhet, Fatou B. Barry, and Kimberly Hairston Hicks, for delivering inspiring messages that challenged every attendee to lead with purpose, embrace their authentic voice, and create lasting impact.
Congratulations to our distinguished honoree, Darla Pires DeGrace, whose extraordinary leadership, service, and professional accomplishments embody the spirit of the Power of YOU! Women’s Conference. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the incredible team at UBS, our Host Sponsor, for your outstanding partnership, hospitality, leadership, and unwavering commitment to investing in women leaders and the mission of NYBLACKMBA. Special recognition goes to Molly Creese, Conference Chair of the Power of YOU! Women’s Conference, for her exceptional leadership, dedication, and strategic guidance in bringing this conference to life. We also thank Vina Morris, President of the Metro New York Chapter of the National Black MBA Association, whose vision, passion, and leadership continue to elevate the Power of YOU! Women’s Conference as one of NYBLACKMBA’s signature leadership experiences.
Special thanks to our Conference Execution Team of Norville Barrington, Ashley Foote, Elizabeth Oputa, La-Toya Niles, Madison Bryant-Wagstaff, Melodye Harvey, and Kenneth Holley for their leadership in delivering an outstanding conference. We also thank our Media Team of Jahmel Charles, Daryl Tillman, and Stacks Photography for capturing the unforgettable moments of the conference, DJ SoMoney for providing the soundtrack that energized the attendee experience, Angelic Linen for the beautiful décor and event design, and J&K Planners for their exceptional conference execution.
We extend our sincere appreciation to our dedicated volunteers, Sydney Holt, Sherily A., Ciara Moreau, Andrea Bell, and Elaina Adams, whose time, commitment, and support helped make the 5th Annual NYBLACKMBA Power of YOU! Women’s Conference a success.
Finally, we extend our deepest gratitude to J&K Planners, the Greater Jamaica Development Corporation Podcast Team, our volunteers, vendors, sponsors, partners, speakers, moderators, photographers, videographers, and every attendee whose dedication and support made the 5th Annual NYBLACKMBA Power of YOU! Women’s Conference an unforgettable celebration of leadership, excellence, and community.
Because of your support, the Power of YOU! Women’s Conference continues to be one of NYBLACKMBA’s premier leadership experiences, empowering women to lead boldly, build lasting connections, and create meaningful impact in their careers, businesses, and communities. For more information and to view the photo gallery, please visit www.thepowerofyouwc.com.
Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us create another remarkable chapter in the Power of YOU! Women’s Conference. We look forward to welcoming you back next year. 2026 NYBLACKMBA Power of YOU! Women’s Conference The Metro New York Chapter of the National Black MBA Association
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