About - BlackStars Experience
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Empowering
the Future

The BlackStars Foundation exists to build brighter futures through investment in young achievers who are driven by excellence, leadership, and innovation. We provide access to education, mentorship, and transformative opportunities that inspire confidence, unlock potential, and create lasting impact within communities.

For generations to come, BlackStars

Armed with education, mentorship, and unwavering ambition, these rising innovators are charting new courses, solving real challenges, uplifting their communities, and proving that when talent is nurtured, possibility expands far beyond the imaginable.

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IMPACT IN NUMBERS

2

academic
scholarships
awarded

300

students
sponsored
and supported

50

Corporate
Executive
mentors

120

online courses completed through our programs

What Our Beneficiaries Say

The BlackStars Foundation continues to empower young achievers through mentorship, scholarships, and leadership development. Here’s what some of our beneficiaries and program participants have to say about their experience.

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Stephanie Appiah

The mentorship I received helped me build confidence and clarity about my academic path. The support changed how I see my future.

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Stephanie Appiah

BlackStars Foundation opened doors I never imagined. Through guidance and workshops, I’ve developed skills that continue to shape my leadership journey.

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Stephanie Appiah

The mentorship I received helped me build confidence and clarity about my academic path. The support changed how I see my future.

Experience Black Excellence

Armed with education, mentorship, and unwavering ambition, these rising innovators are charting new courses, solving real challenges, uplifting their communities, and proving that when talent is nurtured, possibility expands far beyond the imaginable.

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HONOREES/SPEAKERS

Armed with education, mentorship, and unwavering ambition, these rising innovators are charting new courses, solving real challenges, uplifting their communities, and proving that when talent is nurtured, possibility expands far beyond the imaginable.

CEO / Co-Founder

Aaron Walton

CEO / Co-Founder

Walton Isaacson (WI)

Aaron Walton

Aaron Walton

Job Title

CEO / Co-Founder

Company

Walton Isaacson (WI)

Full Bio
Managing Partner, Detroit

Aaron Aboagye

Managing Partner, Detroit

McKinsey & Co.

Aaron Aboagye

Aaron Aboagye

Job Title

Managing Partner, Detroit

Company

McKinsey & Co.

Full Bio
VP, Sparkling Flavors Category

Aaliyah Shafiq Ely

VP, Sparkling Flavors Category

Coca-Cola North America

Aaliyah Shafiq Ely

Aaliyah Shafiq Ely

Job Title

VP, Sparkling Flavors Category

Company

Coca-Cola North America

Full Bio
Head of Enterprise Risk Management

Albert Abbey

Head of Enterprise Risk Management

Vystar Credit Union

Albert Abbey

Albert Abbey

Job Title

Head of Enterprise Risk Management

Company

Vystar Credit Union

Full Bio
Corporate Vice President, Recruiting & Retention

Alice Agyemang-Badu

Corporate Vice President, Recruiting & Retention

New York Life

Alice Agyemang-Badu

Alice Agyemang-Badu

Job Title

Corporate Vice President, Recruiting & Retention

Company

New York Life

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Vice President of International Content & Programming

Cheryl Stallings

Vice President of International Content & Programming

NBA

Cheryl Stallings

Cheryl Stallings

Job Title

Vice President of International Content & Programming

Company

NBA

Full Bio
Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer

Cecilia Nelson-Hurt

Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer

Heidrick & Struggles

Cecilia Nelson-Hurt

Cecilia Nelson-Hurt

Job Title

Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer

Company

Heidrick & Struggles

Speaking on

Seizing the Future: Unlocking Opportunities in Emerging Industries

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CEO / Founder

Chris Folayan

CEO / Founder

Mall for Africa Ltd

Chris Folayan

Chris Folayan

Job Title

CEO / Founder

Company

Mall for Africa Ltd

Full Bio
Senior Vice President & Chief Equality and Engagement Officer

Alexandra Legend Siegel

Senior Vice President & Chief Equality and Engagement Officer

Salesforce

Alexandra Legend Siegel

Alexandra Legend Siegel

Job Title

Senior Vice President & Chief Equality and Engagement Officer

Company

Salesforce

Full Bio
Professor & Deputy Director, Community Outreach & Engagement

Alyson Moadel-Robblee, Ph.D.

Professor & Deputy Director, Community Outreach & Engagement

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Alyson Moadel-Robblee, Ph.D.

Alyson Moadel-Robblee, Ph.D.

Job Title

Professor & Deputy Director, Community Outreach & Engagement

Company

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Speaking on

Bridging the Gap: Advancing Inclusive Healthcare Through Community and Collaboration

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