Keynote Speaker Announced for HBCU Live!
We are excited to announce Antonio Smith as the keynote speaker for this year’s HBCU Live at Howard University. Raised by his grandmother in inner-city Columbus, Antonio transcended expectations to become an Ohio State University football standout, an NFL player, and a mechanical engineer. Co-founder of the Driven Foundation, he has significantly impacted communities across Ohio through extensive charitable work.
Join us at our 3rd Annual HBCU Live hear Antonio share his powerful story of perseverance and leadership, and learn how to apply these principles to achieve personal and professional success.
News & Updates
FARE Mentorship and CAAFP NextGen Program Launches
FARE has partnered with The American College of Financial Services CAAFP NextGen Program to launch a joint mentorship program for more than 60 diverse students from 20 different colleges and universities. The program will include content from Know Yourself, Grow Your Wealth®, and Reimagine Talent and students will be mentored by 14 leaders in the financial industry.
Our FARE Mentees will have the unique opportunity to attend the 2024 Conference of African American Financial Professionals conference, which will provide them with in-person opportunities to engage with a diverse community of Black and DEI-committed financial service professionals, entrepreneurs, academics, and executives.
Thank you to our FARE mentors from our firm partner institutions for dedicating their time and expertise to nurturing the next generation of financial services professionals!
Embracing Authenticity: Recap of June’s Webinar
Last month, we hosted a webinar called “Embracing Authenticity: Reclaiming the Code Switch.” The focus was on how Black professionals navigate cross-cultural interactions through “code switching,” sometimes sacrificing their authenticity. Panelists shared the challenges and strategies they used on their journeys to embrace their authentic selves at work. The webinar provided insights not only for Black professionals but also for allies who want to support and advocate for their Black colleagues. Thank you to everyone who joined us.
FARE Welcomes Two New Industry Associate Members
We are pleased to announce the addition of two industry associations to our growing membership:
The American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI) is a leading trade association representing 275 member companies that provide financial protection and security to 90 million American families. ACLI advocates for the life insurance industry, including life insurers, annuity providers, and other financial services companies.
The BLX Internship Program was established to provide aspiring Black and Latinx financial planners with opportunities to intern at fee-only or fee-based financial planning firms.
FARE CFP® Certification Scholarship Recipients Announced
Congratulations to the recipients of the Financial Alliance for Racial Equity CFP® Certification Diversity Scholarship: Drew Friesen, Julian Kasmai, Brianne Kilpatrick, and Patrick Jackson.
This scholarship supports the development of diverse CFP® professionals by offering financial aid to Black or African American individuals pursuing CFP® certification.
Read the Summer 2024 Issue of FARE Forward
Discover the latest insights and stories in the newest issue of FARE Forward! Read thought-provoking articles and compelling features by FARE Member Firms, FARE Industry Partners, FARE staff, and the FARE Board of Directors.
Submit your content for the Fall Issue of FARE Forward. The submission deadline for the Fall Issue of FARE Forward is Friday, August 9, 2024.
Member Accomplishments
FARE Members continue to be recognized by their organizations and in the media for their accomplishments. To submit an accomplishment, please email mwilliams@thefare.org.
We are proud to announce that Mike James, Executive Vice President and Chief Sales Officer at NFP, an Aon Company, has received the prestigious Spirit of Life® Award. This award celebrates his outstanding professional and humanitarian achievements and his commitment to improving the human condition. Congratulations, Mike, on this well-deserved recognition!
Career & Internship Opportunities
FARE Member Firms have several full-time positions open. Positions include:
Visit our website to see the complete list of career opportunities!
