Over the last decade Black Americans have achieved many “firsts” in Central New York. From elected office to the business office, great gains have been made. But how do we keep that momentum going?

On February 11, 2025, join us for “From First to Next’ with a panel of people who have achieved significant firsts in our community as they reflect on their personal journey to reaching a first milestone, and what it will take to help the next generation to continue to blaze new trails in Central New York and beyond.

– Jackie Robinson – Anchor (Retired) | WSTM3-TV NBC (Syracuse, NY)

– Rebecca Bennett – Senior Brewmaster | Anheuser-Busch

– Na’Donte Jones – Owner | NJ Jones Plumbing

This discussion will be moderated by Laiza Semidey, Director of Equity & Community Development at Hueber Breuer Construction & Co-Host of “On The Money” (WCNY-TV).

Registration & Breakfast 7:30 am | Program 8:00 am – 9:00 am

SKY Armory | 351 S. Clinton Street | Downtown Syracuse

$25 per person / proceeds benefit United Way of CNY

Purchase tickets here. 

Thank you to our Title Sponsors Community Bank and OneGroup, and presenting sponsor SRC.