About Us
The exclusive, private community for high-performing Black professionals
An odyssey of innovation
Our Story
Our story started with the vision and commitment of Aziz Garuba and Delmar Miller, two seasoned professionals with a profound passion for community building and leadership. Through their leadership in a community association for Black professionals in the finance sector, they identified a pressing need for a unified space that connects Black professionals across different industries to foster collaboration, growth, and mutual success.
Motivated by this insight, Aziz and Delmar set out to create just that. In 2022, BlackTies was launched with a singular mission: to nurture a generation of high-achieving Black professionals worldwide by facilitating genuine connections, expanding professional networks, and unlocking opportunities for career elevation and professional development.
At BlackTies, we believe in the power of community, the importance of visibility, and the strength of authentic connections. We are more than just a platform; we are a movement towards creating a world where Black professionals thrive, lead, and inspire.
Join us as we chart a course towards excellence, one connection at a time.
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