The Columbia Business School Black Business Student Association’s Elevate Conference is an annual
opportunity for Black industry leaders to share their career journeys and personal perspectives to inspire the
next generation of business school students and alumni.

The theme of Elevate 2023 is Epic Ascents: Breaking Barriers & Reaching New Heights. Throughout the conference, we’ll be honoring the legacies of Black
business leaders who carved their own paths and showcase how this continues to happen in innovative ways today. 

This event is also part of the 100/50 Celebration, in honor of the 100th anniversary of the first matriculated Black student, Theodora Rutherford, and the 50th anniversary
of the BBSA.