*Disclaimer: Please note that due to limited seating in the mainstage ballroom, registration does not guarantee entry to this area. Access to the mainstage ballroom will be on a first come, first serve basis. We will provide an overflow room with a live stream of the mainstage for those who are unable to secure a seat in the mainstage ballroom. Thank you for understanding.
Mid-Level Managers’ Symposium
The Mid-Level Managers’ Symposium (MLMS) is an extraordinary two-day professional development conference designed to connect, empower, and celebrate Black talent across industries and functions.
Registration is now open!
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Event Info
Date: October 1-2, 2025
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
Location: Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center | Virtual Hubilo
Cost: $2000 In-Person | $1000 Virtual
Contact Info: institute@elcinfo.com
What To Expect
MLMS 2025 will feature transformative mainstage and breakout sessions with influential industry leaders including ELC Members—Black executives operating at the highest levels of the Fortune 500. Additionally, MLMS offers participants the opportunity to network with over 1,500 mid-level and senior corporate professionals while also sharpening their leadership skills and gaining actionable tactics to elevate their careers to the next level.
UPCOMING MLMS EVENTS
Overview
For the 2024 Mid-Level Managers’ Symposium, join The Executive Leadership Council on a journey where we reimagine the classics with the Black experience at the center. With no roadmap, we will have to blaze our own path. It will be hard work, but the rewards are beyond estimation—just like the bonds that will connect us as we travel and climb together. Join us in reimagining the classics; because our future awaits… as it always has… in our past.
what to Expect
Keynote Addresses
Prime yourself for new levels of success-oriented thinking by attending keynote addresses from Black thought leaders
Breakout Sessions
Accelerate your progress towards your professional goals with battle-tested strategies and tactics presented in more than 15 concurrent sessions
Fireside Chats
Avoid career derailers by integrating lessons learned from fireside chats with successful Black professionals
Networking
Expand your professional network by connecting with peer Black professionals through our interactive, virtual networking experience
Ultimate Virtual Component
Captivating live stream of our in-person mainstages, enriched with virtual-only exclusive Conversations From The Top conversations and unique engaging fireside chats.
Registration is now open!
Sponsors
The ELC applauds the commitment and support of the 2024 Mid-Level Managers’ Symposium sponsors.
Platinum Sponsors
Founder Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Other Sponsors
Still have a question?
Contact us today to receive more information.
Ramien Pierre – Institute Director
Email: institute@elcinfo.com
ELC Gala Week Events
This year, ELC Gala Week programs and events will impact over 3,000 members, students and esteemed guests at the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC.
September 30, 2025
– October 3, 2025
Honors Symposium
ELC Gala Week
In-Person
National Harbor, MD
October 1, 2025
– October 2, 2025
Mid-Level Managers’ Symposium (Hybrid)
ELC Gala Week
Hybrid
National Harbor, MD
October 2, 2025
2025 ELC Recognition Gala
ELC Gala Week
In-Person
National Harbor, MD
October 3, 2025
ELC Member Closing Brunch
ELC Gala Week
In-Person
National Harbor, MD
Become a Member
To be extended an application for membership, a candidate must receive a nomination for membership consideration from an ELC member in good standing and meet one of the preliminary membership criteria.
