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fortÉ women of color mba forum

Forté seeks to amplify the voices and experiences of all women. Each year, we hold the Women of Color MBA Forum (formerly Forté Diversity Day) to empower those who have historically been underrepresented in business to move forward in their careers and grow as leaders.

Join us at this free event this fall to network with motivated peers, connect with mission-aligned organizations, and explore how the MBA can help you rise up in the business world.

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WHO

Early career professionals with specific elements of their identity that have been underrepresented in business.

WHEN

Friday, Oct. 24, 2025

COST

Free!

WHAT

This event focuses on the lived experiences of women business leaders who have historically been underrepresented in business. Specifically, speakers who identify as African American, Black, Hispanic, Latinx, and/or Native American will be featured.

WHERE

Online

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For questions, please email premba@fortefoundation.org.

2024 Agenda

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Welcome and Keynote
Kick off the event with an introduction to Forté and inspiring remarks from our keynote speaker.
Business School Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Roundtable
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are a high priority at business schools around the world. Hear experts discuss how b-schools are shaking up the status quo by developing more equitable and inclusive communities.
MBA Alumni Panel
Successful MBA alumni from Forté partner business schools speak candidly about their b-school experiences, share personal insights, and answer audience questions.
MBA Admissions Hot Topic Roundtables
We know the start of the MBA journey can be daunting. This is your chance to speak directly with admissions reps from leading business schools. Admissions experts will host table discussions around important application topics.
Networking and Business School Expo
Network with business school reps, MBA students and alumni, and other pre-MBA candidates.

“It’s a great space for young women to be inspired by others that made the journey before us. They already broke some barriers, and that helps other women to achieve even more.”

— Nicole Conforti
Women of Color MBA Forum Attendee
2024 MBA Graduate and Forté Fellow
Rice University (Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business)

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