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    Honoring Black History Month

    As Nasdaq continuously strives to advance economic progress for all, we amplify the voices of our communities who have demonstrated resiliency through the years to carve this path forward. This Black History Month, we highlight how to amplify, educate and invest in the development of Black professionals, entrepreneurs, innovators, and change-makers who continue to rewrite tomorrow.

    Black History Month at MarketSite

    Inviting some of the most prominent Black professionals within Venture and Startup spaces to ring the opening bell, Nasdaq symbolizes progress for Black founders and investors.

    Blacks At Microsoft Ring the Closing Bell in 2024
    Blacks At Microsoft Ring the Closing Bell in 2024 to honor Black History Month
    Feb 08, 2024
    Melissa Bradley

     

     

    "We use the term new majority because I'm not a minority...Black people are the fastest growing segment of entrepreneurs ever."

    Advancing Economic Progress for All

    Our Purpose drives us to power stronger economies, create more equitable opportunities and contribute to a more sustainable world to help our communities, clients, employees and people of all backgrounds reach their full potential.

    Shelly Omilâdè Bell, FounderCEO of Black Girl Ventures

    Purpose

    The Nasdaq Foundation's Partnership with Black Girl Ventures: Creating Capital, Capacity, and Community

    The Emerging Leaders Fellowship Program is a unique 12-week leadership development intensive created specifically to extend the capacity of early to mid-stage entrepreneurs

    Image from Nasdaq's Purpose Forum

    Purpose

    From the Classroom to the Pitch Room: How We Can Advance Economic Progress for All

    Nasdaq's inaugural Purpose Forum, convening thought leaders, change-makers and innovators to discuss how we can empower individuals to embrace their life's purpose, advance their economic growth and reach their full potential. 

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    Purpose

    Changing the Faces of the Investment Landscape: InvestHER Atlanta

    the Nasdaq Foundation held the third InvestHER Power Series, a sequence of events spanning the country that spotlight inspiring Black and Latina women founders and investors.

    The 2023 Nasdaq Foundation Report

    In 2023, the Nasdaq Foundation continued to make progress towards its mission of reimaging investor engagement and diversifying entrepreneurship by providing $1.35 million in funds to 13 exciting projects.

    Read the report here

    In 2023, the Nasdaq Foundation continued to make progress towards its mission of reimaging investor engagement and diversifying entrepreneurship by providing $1.35 million in funds to 13 exciting projects.

    Read the report here ->
    Nasdaq Foundation
    of the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Centers' 2023 Cohort are Entrepeneurs of Color ->

    The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center (NEC) is committed to advancing entrepreneurial education that is both inclusive and accessible worldwide.

    GLOBE

    In honor of Black History Month, we highlight members of Nasdaq's employee resource group GLOBE (Global Link of Black Employees), which brings together employees who have an affinity or interest in Black, African, African-American and West Indian culture. Through these stories, learn about their diverse backgrounds, roles and what it means to be an ally of this community.

    Headshot photography of Natasha Selzer, Interim GLOBE Co-lead and Global Head of the Strategic Relationship Management (SRM) team at Nasdaq.

    Natasha Selzer

    Advisor, GLOBE; AVP, Market Index Services, Head of Index Client Experience (ICE) Team, Nasdaq

    Headshot photography of Jaquan Williams, GLOBE Marketing Lead and Nasdaq Global Employer Brand Manager.

    Jaquan Williams

    Co-Lead, GLOBE; Global Employer Brand Manager, Nasdaq

    Headshot photography of Obha Osman, GLOBE Events Lead and Market Index Services Specialist at Nasdaq.

    Obha Osman

    Co-Lead, GLOBE; Business Analyst Senior Specialist, Nasdaq

    Headshot photography of Tamar Beresford, AVP and Head of Digital Strategy at Nasdaq.

    Tamar Beresford

    AVP, Marketing and Head of Digital Strategy, Nasdaq

    Headshot photography of Denise Francis, Diversity, Equity & Culture Senior Specialist at Nasdaq and member of GLOBE.

    Denise Francis

    GLOBE member and Senior Manager, HR Talent Management, Nasdaq

    Nasdaq Spotlight

    Nasdaq Spotlight: Carver Bancorp
    Nasdaq talks with Carver Bancorp President & CEO, Michael T. Pugh, on creating financial opportunities for under-served communities
    Feb 27, 2023

    World Reimagined Podcast

    In our World Reimagined Podcast, Host Gautam Mukunda uncovers what it takes to lead through times of change and crisis, featuring unexpected conversations with global leaders spanning from business to politics, armed forces to space exploration.

     

     

    Featuring Jerod Mayo

    High Performance Leadership: Excelling On and Off the Field

    In this episode, our host speaks with mentor, leader, investor, former linebacker, and current inside linebacker coach for the New England Patriots, Jerod Mayo, about the difference between motivation and discipline, how he uses Impostor Syndrome to his benefit, the importance of asking for help, and what makes Coach Bill Belichick such a powerful leader.

    Diversity, Equity & Culture

    GLOBE

    Our 12 employee networks enable connection with the goal of supporting diversity, inclusion and belonging. GLOBE champions Black & African American heritage and culture.

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    diverse group of people

    Careers at Nasdaq

    6200 Employees in 39 Offices

    At Nasdaq, you will be inspired by colleagues, encouraged to innovate and rewarded for excellence in a collaborative and forward-thinking workplace.

    Join the Nasdaq Family ->

    At Nasdaq, you will be inspired by colleagues, encouraged to innovate and rewarded for excellence in a collaborative and forward-thinking workplace.

    Join the Nasdaq Family ->