2022 Power of Diversity: Black 100 Reception

New York is recognizing the power of diversity, with Black leaders in positions including the State Attorney General, Senate and Assembly Leaders, New York City Mayor and Public Advocate, Manhattan and Bronx District Attorneys, Queens and Bronx Borough Presidents, and every level of the legislature. City & State’s Power of Diversity: Black 100 list, debuting ahead of Juneteenth, will recognize the leaders in government, businesses, nonprofits, activism, media and more who are blazing new trails in New York. Join us for a special celebration on June 16th at The Mezzanine in NYC!

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6:30 PM	Reception Begins
7:10 PM	Emcee Larry Scott Blackmon, CEO, The Blackmon Organization Welcomes Everyone
7:15 PM	Introduction By Rodney Capel, VP, State Government Affairs, Charter Communications
7:20 PM	Keynote Remarks By Adrienne A. Harris, Superintendent, New York State Department of Financial Services
7:25 PM	Keynote Remarks By Alvin Bragg, New York County District Attorney
7:30 PM	Keynote Remarks By Reverend Al Sharpton, Founder & President, National Action Network
7:35 PM	Keynote Remarks By Latrice Walker, New York State Assembly Member
7:40 PM	Keynote Remarks By Jamaal T. Bailey, New York State Senator
7:45 PM	Recognition of Power of Diversity: Black 100
8:30 PM	Reception Ends

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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend City & State sponsored events. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this event, please contact Alexis Arsenault at aarsenault@cityandstateny.com or Amanda Cortez at acortez@cityandstateny.com.

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We require that ALL attendees be vaccinated at least 2 weeks prior to the event and submit to a temperature check upon arrival, to help ensure the safety of all attendees. Please remember to bring a copy or photo of your vaccination card or your Excelsior pass to gain entry. We will space out all attendees in a large room to maintain social distancing. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.

All attendees will be required to provide government-issued photo ID upon entry. Walk-in registrants will be charged an additional fee and will be required to provide credit card payment on-site.