BEI Signature Event — Standing for Change: Together

Honoring trailblazers who are driving equity & impact in our business community.

About this Event

2025 BEI Signature Event — Standing for Change: TogetherA Celebration of Progress. A Commitment to What’s Next.

Join Business Equity for Indy (BEI) for a powerful gathering that celebrates progress, purpose, and the people driving inclusion across Central Indiana. This year’s Signature Event marks a new chapter, featuring the inaugural BEI Awards, honoring bold leaders and changemakers creating lasting impact in our business community.

We’re also proud to commemorate a historic milestone: the Centennial of the Indianapolis Urban League, recognizing 100 years of service, advocacy, and advancement.

✨ Event Highlights:

• Keynote Address by Larry Smith, CEO of Fathers and Families, spotlighting equity, innovation, and the power of people-centered leadership

• BEI Awards Presentation, uplifting the visionaries shaping inclusive change
• Elevated Networking Opportunities with leaders across sectors
• A Celebratory Brunch Experience designed for connection and inspiration

Together, we’ll honor the work, the wins, and the way forward. Let’s celebrate how far we’ve come — and those helping to lead us further. You won’t want to miss it.

About Business Equity for Indy (BEI):BEI exists to accelerate economic growth and opportunity by removing barriers for underrepresented businesses, entrepreneurs, and talent. Through initiatives focused on People, Procurement, and Policy, BEI is building a more inclusive future — one partnership at a time.

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