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Inaugural Manifest Awards Gala

October 20, 2022

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Another large group of people in formal evening wear posing on stage at an elegant event with a black-and-gold decorated backdrop.
A woman in a yellow dress holding flowers, walking on stage, while others in formal attire cheer in the background.
A group photo of formally dressed individuals, smiling and standing together on a stage with a stylish black-and-gold backdrop.

The Reception

BECA Members, Future Leaders and guests gathered at the pre-function reception which featured live-experience activations provided by our Title Sponsor, UPS, and Diamond Sponsors, BET & Logitech.

A woman in a flowing metallic gown poses confidently in front of a green backdrop with the phrase "BET Where Black Excellence Lives," surrounded by modern light fixtures.
A woman in a vibrant pink dress stands on a rotating platform in front of the same green and mirrored backdrop, with a ring light capturing her pose.
Two women strike playful poses in front of the "BET Where Black Excellence Lives" backdrop. One wears a black bodycon dress with metallic accents, and the other sports a patterned, voluminous outfit.
A woman in a green gown stands on an outdoor red carpet, surrounded by a cheering crowd, with a camera capturing the moment.
Three individuals pose in front of a floral-decorated van with "BECA Manifest Awards Gala" branding and the UPS logo.
A group of elegantly dressed individuals poses in front of the same decorated van, smiling under soft evening lighting.
Three women pose together, dressed in stylish evening attire, including a black dress, a bold red dress, and a chic white-and-black outfit.
A smiling woman in a black sequined dress stands near a banquet table adorned with vibrant floral arrangements during an elegant event.
Two women smiling at a social event, one wearing a white dress with braided hair, and the other in a patterned black and gray dress holding a martini glass, surrounded by other attendees in the background.
A woman in a royal blue pleated dress shakes hands with a man in a burgundy checkered blazer while holding a champagne glass, both exchanging warm smiles.
Two women dressed in elegant blue and navy dresses pose together with a photobomber playfully smiling behind them.
A woman in a strapless polka-dot dress conversing with two women holding drinks and clutches in a warmly lit networking event.
Two women smiling and posing for the camera, one in a colorful floral dress and the other in a black outfit, at a formal dinner event.
Two women in black evening attire engaged in a cheerful conversation, with other attendees and event decor in the background.
A large group of people posing for a photo on a red carpet, dressed in elegant evening wear, against a backdrop featuring event sponsors.

The VIP Reception

Guests joined BECA members at the VIP Reception.

A group of six individuals standing in a line, holding drinks and dressed in formal attire, at an indoor venue with large windows.
Two men and a woman in formal wear posing for a photo, with the woman wearing a yellow and green dress and the men in suits.
A man in a gold-patterned blazer and a woman in a bright pink blazer posing together at a formal event.
A trio posing at a formal event, including a woman in a magenta gown, another in a yellow and green dress, and a man in a gold-patterned blazer.
Three women smiling with glasses of white wine, dressed in floral and patterned outfits, at a networking event.
A man in a blue suit and a woman in a yellow and green dress smiling for a photo, holding drinks, in a stylish event space.
Two men in formal attire, one wearing a double-breasted gray suit and the other a navy blue suit with a patterned tie, smiling at a networking event.
A group of four people posing, including two men in suits and two women in dresses, with one woman wearing a yellow and green gown.
A man in a blue suit with a striped tie poses with two women, one wearing a brown dress and the other a pink floral dress, in front of a window with a tropical view.
Two women smiling while holding wine glasses, one in a light blue pleated dress and the other in a maroon sleeveless jumpsuit.
Three people engaging in conversation at an event, with a man in a suit and two women, one wearing a white jacket and a blue dress.
A woman in a black floral dress smiling at the camera during an indoor networking event.

Recognizing Our Honorees

Our esteemed honorees, Rosalind Brewer, Debra Lee, and Ayo Odusote (Deloitte), joined us for a spectacular night as we honored their accomplishments to BECA. Michelle Miller served as our Mistress of Ceremonies.

A woman with pearl jewelry and a black dress smiling while seated at a decorated dinner table.
A woman wearing a striped jacket and leopard-print shirt standing up and smiling at a formal dinner event.
A group photo of attendees seated at a round table, smiling and enjoying the formal event in a decorated venue.
A woman in a striped jacket with a leopard-print shirt speaks at a podium with a "BECA Manifest Awards Gala" banner, while a man in a suit stands smiling in the background holding a trophy.
Two women stand on a stage holding an award together; one is wearing a patterned black and gray dress, and the other is in a black dress with pearl jewelry.
Four individuals smiling and posing in front of a "Manifest Awards Gala" banner; one man holds an award, and one woman wears a bold yellow and green dress.
Four elegantly dressed individuals stand together at an awards event, smiling at the camera. The man in the center, wearing a black suit and tie, holds a glass award. The women surrounding him wear vibrant dresses, including a green and yellow gown, a magenta dress, and a black dress with decorative embellishments. They are positioned in front of a dark blue backdrop, exuding joy and celebration.

“Going once, going twice…Sold!”

Our guests engaged in a fun auction filled with exciting luxury prizes. Dan Newman served as our auctioneer alongside comedienne, Julie Baez.

A lively auction scene with a woman holding up a bid paddle marked "211" while others around her react enthusiastically at a flower-adorned table.
A man with a full beard and a gold-patterned jacket gestures with outstretched arms on a stage in a formal event setting.
A woman in a floral one-shoulder dress playfully posing for the camera at an event with purple-lit decor in the background.
A woman in a sleeveless black dress holds up a bid paddle with "222," surrounded by other attendees at a floral-decorated dinner table.
An auction scene featuring a man holding up bid paddle "355" at a formal dining table while other attendees raise their paddles.
A woman in a vibrant pink blazer holds a microphone and smiles on stage, with a UPS logo illuminated in the background.
A woman wearing an orange beaded necklace presents a jewelry box to guests seated at a gala table, while another woman in pink appears on stage in the background.
A presenter in a pink blazer gestures passionately while promoting tickets to the Tony Awards displayed on a large screen behind her.
A smiling woman in a black halter gown holds a bidding paddle at a lively gala event, surrounded by decorated tables and attendees.

Rockin’ the Night with DJ D-Nice

D-Nice set the tone and provided the rhythm of the night as BECA members, Future Leaders, and guests met on the dance floor to party with a purpose.

A man and woman pose playfully while dancing at the gala, with guests mingling in the background.

A large group of elegantly dressed attendees dance joyfully in a vibrant ballroom, with a UPS logo and "Manifest" branding visible in the background.
A couple shares a lighthearted dance, with the man in a navy suit and the woman in a floral skirt, under dramatic lighting.
A group of attendees energetically dancing together, with a mix of determined and joyful expressions in a lively ballroom setting.
A DJ in a black hat and sequined jacket mixes tracks on a Pioneer DJ console during the event.

Runnin’ Down the Red Carpet Like…

BECA Members, Future Leaders, and guests graced the red carpet in their best Gala attire.

A man in a blue suit and a woman in a black dress pose on a red carpet against a backdrop featuring event sponsors.
A woman in a sleek black dress with gold accents smiles while holding a metallic clutch on the red carpet.
A woman in a burgundy one-shoulder gown strikes a playful pose on the red carpet in front of a branded backdrop.
A man in a black suit and light blue shirt poses confidently on the red carpet.
A couple poses together on the red carpet, with the woman in a vibrant blue dress and the man in a black suit and tie.
A man wearing a navy suit and black shirt smiles warmly while standing on the red carpet.
Three women stand together on the red carpet, wearing elegant dresses in teal, black, and black with red accents.
A man in a navy suit and brown shoes stands with a confident smile on the red carpet.
Two women pose together on the red carpet, one in a turquoise patterned coat and the other in a navy ruched gown.
A woman wearing a zebra-print off-the-shoulder dress smiles while posing on the red carpet.
A smiling couple posing on a red carpet with a backdrop featuring corporate logos. The man wears a navy suit, and the woman wears a floral skirt and black top.
A woman dressed in a polka-dot patterned dress poses confidently on the red carpet with a backdrop featuring event sponsors.

Candid Moments

A group of three individuals posing together on a stage, with the woman in the middle wearing a vibrant yellow and green gown, flanked by a man in a suit and a woman in a green-striped dress.
A dining hall filled with elegantly dressed guests seated at tables, enjoying a gala dinner, with floral centerpieces visible on the tables.
A smiling older couple seated at a gala event, with the woman wearing a floral dress and bright pink shawl, and the man in a black jacket with a patterned shirt.
A man and a woman smiling warmly at the camera in an elegant dining setting, with the woman wearing a tiara and black gown and the man in a black tuxedo.
A man in a purple plaid suit sits at a table in profile view, smiling during a gala dinner event.
A smiling couple seated at a formal event, with the woman in a silver strapless gown and the man in a black suit and tie.
Two women smiling and posing together at a formal event, one holding a cocktail and the other a glass of champagne. The background features decorative mirrors and event lighting.
A group of nine individuals, dressed formally, posing on a red carpet against a backdrop with logos for a corporate event.
Three people, two men in suits and a woman in a blue lace dress, smiling while holding drinks at a networking event with a busy crowd in the background.
A man in a suit and two women, one in a black dress and the other in a white dress, smiling at a formal gala with branded event lighting in the background.
Two women in bright orange and red dresses, holding drinks and smiling at the camera, with a formal dining setup in the background.
A round banquet table set for a formal dinner, featuring floral centerpieces, black napkins, and event programs on each plate.

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