In the third part of a weekly series that will run throughout February, we hear from three McKinsey colleagues on the legacy of Black Excellence—what it means to them and how they honor it in their own lives.
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Shelley Stewart, partner, New Jersey
The hand-carved Greek letters of his fraternity, Iota Phi Theta, are a family heirloom that previously belonged to Shelley’s father and uncle. They not only represent his family’s history with the Divine Nine, the group of historically Black sororities and fraternities, but the broader brotherhood that’s paved the way for his path today.
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Roselyn Cason-Marcus, associate director of recruiting, London
A mid-century bronze statue of an African woman reminds Roselyn of her dual African-American identity. It also inspires her to be unapologetically herself.
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Tawanda Sibanda, partner, San Francisco
A caftan from a rising Ghanaian designer is one of Tawanda’s favorite pieces. When he wears it, he knows he’s not only making a sartorial statement—but embodying the intention and legacy of Black Excellence, too.