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and ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Tepper School of Business (ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½) have announced the 2024 Executive Leadership Academy cohort. Among this year's class is Michael Young, associate dean for diversity, equity and inclusion for the Mellon College of Science.

"I believe that TALI has been a powerful engine for growth, success and community development among Pittsburgh's Black professionals, " Young said. "I'm most excited about the opportunity to network and make connections with peers and leaders from across the city."

Since 2019, TALI has engaged ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Tepper Executive Education to assist with developing and delivering content that educates and expands diverse leadership from Pittsburgh through TALI's signature program — the Executive Leadership Academy. Participants who successfully passed a vigorous intake process will receive a world-class executive education tailored to the challenges Black professionals face in the workplace. Cohort members also benefit from executive coaching, executive mentorship and peer networking.

"As we launch the sixth year of our flagship program, I am excited to see TALI grow with the addition of 21 talented Black executives and senior managers. The 2024 Executive Leadership Academy cohort furthers our mission and vision," said Evan Frazier, president and CEO of TALI. "I look forward to watching some of Pittsburgh's top talent develop and hone leadership skills, expand their networks, and gain perspectives that will prepare them for executive advancement. When organizations choose to invest in their talent by supporting programs like TALI, everyone wins."

"We are honored to serve as TALI's academic partner. The past six years have been very gratifying for us as we play a pivotal role in enhancing the leadership skills of TALI's program participants," said Isabelle Bajeux-Besnainou, dean of the Tepper School of Business and Richard P. Simmons Professor of Finance. "I'm looking forward to this sixth year and have no doubt that the 2024 Executive Leadership Academy cohort will learn transformational strategies to impact their personal and professional development."

TALI and ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ welcomed the new cohort at the 2024 Executive Leadership Academy Kick-Off Program and Reception on Jan. 26, 2024. Program participants were introduced to TALI Alumni and stakeholders and greeted with a keynote address from TALI CHRO Council Member Carlos Etheredge, SVP Human Resources, FedEx Ground.