Elinor Hoover

Co-Head, Financial Strategy & Solutions Group and Vice Chairman, Capital Markets Origination

Citi

 

 

Jonathan Beane

Executive Director, Global Workforce Diversity and Inclusion

Time Warner 

 

 

Katrina Gomez

Senior Consultant  

Grant Thornton

 

Arpita Mazumdar

Vice President, Securities Division  

Goldman Sachs




 


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UPCOMING EVENTS

 

CUP's 8TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY

Wednesday, December 3, 2014
VIP Reception: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
General Admission: 8:00pm - 11:00pm 
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ANNOUNCEMENTS  

 

CUP CONVERSATIONS 

In January 2014, CUP launched a mini-series called "CUP Conversations," where industry trailblazers answer questions about their lessons on leadership. To date, we have featured: Mellody Hobson, President of Ariel Investments, LLC; Geoffrey Canada, Social Activist & Educator and former CEO of Harlem Children's Zone; Rosie Rios, Treasurer of the United States and Economic Development Expert; Don Liu, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary at Xerox Corporation; Misty Copeland, Soloist with the American Ballet Theatre; Lisa Garcia Quiroz, Chief Diversity Officer and Senior Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility at Time Warner Inc; Ruben Santiago HudsonAward-Winning Actor, Writer & Director; and Teri Plummer McClure, Chief Legal, Communications and Compliance Officer at UPS. Our ninth video highlights Scott MillsExecutive Vice President of Human Resources and Administration at Viacom. 

CUP Conversations - Scott Mills
CUP Conversations - Scott Mills
Executive Vice President, Human Resources and Administration at Viacom


INVEST IN THE NEXT GENERATION OF DIVERSE EMERGING LEADERS 
Thanks to the support of our members, partners, donors, and friends, CUP is celebrating its seventh year of cutting-edge programs and events. We could not do this work without you! Your support of CUP is proof of your commitment to elevating the voices of diverse leaders and urban communities in boardrooms, the halls of power, and at decision-making tables. To build on our leadership forums, trainings, and programs, please consider investing in the development of emerging leaders, and enhancing the leadership journey of all our members, by making a tax-deductible donation to CUP. You can make your donation online at www.nycup.org/donate or mail a check to 55 Exchange Place, Suite 401, New York, NY 10005 (please make checks out to "Council of Urban Professionals Institute"). With your continued support and engagement, CUP will stride boldly into an even more successful future. For questions regarding matching or recurring gifts, contact Samantha Erskine, CUP's Director of Development.

 

5TH ANNUAL LAWYERS FORUM 
On Thursday, October 30th, CUP hosted its 5th Annual Lawyers Forum, featuring a Keynote Conversation with Christopher Reynolds, Group Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc., and Deirdre Stanley, Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Thomson Reuters. The event was moderated by Eduardo M. Peņalver, Allan R. Tessler Dean and Professor of Law at Cornell Law School.  In addition, we announced our 3rd Annual List of CUP Catalysts: Change Agents 2014 | Law, leaders across the legal sector who have achieved extraordinary success in business while simultaneously making a significant impact on their community. To view photos from this event, click here


Christopher Reynolds & Deirdre Stanley 
Photography by: Catalina Kulczar

CUP Catalysts 2014 | Law 
Photography by: Catalina Kulczar

DISTINGUISHED LEADERSHIP SERIES
On, Monday, November 3rd, CUP held a Distinguished Leadership Series event, hosted by Goldman Sachs. The Keynote Conversation featured Edward Lewis, Co-Founder of Essence Communications Inc. and Molly Ashby, CEO & Chairman of Solera Capital. Special remarks were given by Valentino D. Carlotti, Head of the Securities Division Institutional Client Group at Goldman Sachs. Mr. Lewis shared his experiences about building & leading a successful business, identifying & capitalizing on marketplace opportunities, evolving as an entrepreneur, and engaging the female consumer. To view the photos from this event, click here.

 Photography by: Catalina Kulczar 

 

CUP NEWS 


WELCOME TO OUR NEW CUP MEMBERS

Click here  to see the full list of our new members.

  

CONGRATULATIONS TO CUP MEMBERS WHO WERE MATCHED TO BOARDS

  • Ricardo Garcia-Amaya, a 2013 CUP Fellow and CEO & Founder of VOIQ Inc., is now on the board of the World Policy Institute
  • George Suttles, a 2014 CUP Fellow and Senior Philanthropic Relationship Manager in the Philanthropic Solutions division of U.S. Trust, is now on the board of Odyssey House
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES


 

Does your company have employment opportunities that you would like us to share with CUP's diverse network of professionals?  If so, please reach out to us!  We can post your reviewed and approved job position(s) in our newsletter and on our website. Contact Us.  

  

BlackRock is hiring. Learn more...

Citi is hiring. Learn more...

Morgan Stanley is hiring. Learn more...

The City of New York and the Office of the Mayor is hiring. Learn more...

To learn more about other job opportunities, click here...

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WANT TO GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY? 

 

Is your non-profit organization seeking talented board candidates? Are there any non-profits or public sector agencies that you would like the opportunity to support as a board member? If so, reach out to us! Every day, we look to forge new connections with organizations seeking dynamic board candidates. We encourage you to send us both your suggestions and interests. Contact Us.

  

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JOIN CUP TODAY

 

Not a CUP member? Become a part of a unique network of diverse professionals who share an interest in making connections, and creating opportunities, developing their professional and leadership expertise, and having transformative impact on their communities. Learn More Today!

  

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