Today, we are proud to reveal the 2025 edition of BlackStars Magazine, with a cover that spotlights seven exceptional leaders who embody our theme, “The Vanguard: Redefining Leadership, Possibility, and Legacy.”
These honorees stand at the forefront of transformation in their fields, boldly expanding what’s possible and inspiring future generations to carry forward their legacies.
What BlackStars Means
BlackStars is more than an event-it is a narrative platform. Each year, we curate stories that amplify brilliance, resilience, and leadership across communities and industries. As part of the BlackStars Experience, this magazine captures not only individual success, but also the collective evolution of excellence within our community.
In selecting the cover honorees, we seek diversity across sectors and perspectives—leaders who are both trailblazers and bridge-builders.
Meet the Vanguard: 2025 Cover Honorees
Each of the six leaders gracing our 2025 cover has carved out new pathways in different domains. Together, they signal leadership that is expansive, inclusive, and purpose-driven.
Shavonne Gordon: Managing Director, Global Head of Talent and Diversity, Morgan Stanley
Jayson Johnson: Head of Strategic Partnerships & Chief of Staff, Genentech
Guylaine Saint Juste: President & CEO, NABA Inc.
Leke Osinubi: Chief Digital Risk Officer for Engineering (CDRO) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Goldman Sachs Bank USA
Sherry Ann Mohan: MD & Chief Financial Officer, Business Banking, Chase
Abigail Epane-Osuala: Chief Culture & Belonging Officer, HR Strategy; President, GE HealthCare Foundation, GE HealthCare
LaShonda Anderson-Williams: Chief Customer Officer, Salesforce
A Visual and Symbolic Moment
Our 2025 cover shoot brought these leaders together—projecting unity in diversity, strength in collaboration, and the energy of forward momentum. Each portrait captures not only professional gravitas but also personal vision. The imagery, carefully composed, speaks to the bold journey ahead—a visual manifesto of the vanguard.
The 2025 cover shoot was a powerful moment of celebration, underscoring the honorees’ groundbreaking achievements while also acknowledging the importance of legacy and mentorship.
As these leaders continue to ascend, they are pulling others up with them, creating a ripple effect that is felt across industries and communities.
And now, without any further do, we are thrilled to unveil to you the 2025 cover:
As we approach the BlackStars Experience on November 13-14, 2025, we invite you to join us in celebrating these extraordinary leaders and the rest of the 2025 honorees.
Be sure to pick up your copy of the 2025 issue of the BlackStars Magazine, where you can dive deeper into the stories of these leaders who are shaping the future. This year’s edition promises to be an inspiring tribute to the power of leadership, legacy, and community—three pillars that will undoubtedly continue to define the BlackStars community.
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