APPG Presents the Tenth Annual Business Leaders of Color Panel Discussion: Releasing The Choking Point

The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago’s African American Association for Personal and Professional Growth (APPG) presented the Business Leaders of Color panel discussion and networking reception on November 15, 2017.

Over the past decade, this event has served to recognize Chicago United Business Leaders of Color Award recipients. The theme for this year’s event is Releasing the Choking Point. Panelists discussed reasons why many minorities encounter a "choke point" of advancement in their careers. Additionally, panelists shared personal insights, advice and success strategies.

The event took place in the Illinois Rooms in the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.

• 4:30 - 5:00 p.m. - Check in
• 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. - Welcome reception
• 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. - Panel discussion
• 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Networking