Empowerment Through Equality
The Conference of African American Financial Professionals (CAAFP) brings together financial professionals for important conversations about the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the industry.
An Inside Look
What You’ll See at CAAFP
For attendees, CAAFP is a vibrant, exciting, and inspiring event dedicated to empowering you with practical knowledge and culturally-relevant guidance to succeed in financial services and beyond. Take a look at last year’s recap video now!
What CAAFP Delivers
Insightful & Inspiring Speakers
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CAAFP By the Numbers
1,000
Financial services and other professionals in attendance.1
50%
Of attendees have 10+ years of experience in financial services.1
50+
Student scholarship opportunities for HBCUs and other institutions.1
Stories of Impact
Words of Wisdom from Our Attendees
Our CAAFP attendees often reflect on their experiences in business and life with money and how it’s impacted them personal and professionally. Take a look at some of their stories and thoughts on reclaiming Black wealth and expanding our collective impact!
This is one of the few conferences that addresses more than business and speaks unapologetically to who we are and who we can be as a people.
CAAFP 2023 attendee
For those who do not attend, you’ll be missing a life-altering experience. This conference provides crystal-clear examples of what you can do to reach, teach, and empower others.
CAAFP 2023 attendee
It was awesome just being in the company of so many Black financial professionals. I came knowing no one, but left feeling like I was part of something greater.
CAAFP 2022 attendee
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Sponsor CAAFP
Your Support Powers Our Success
For those interested in supporting CAAFP through a corporate sponsorship, we offer a menu of options to choose from – including session, attendee engagement, branding, technology, and hospitality opportunities. Stay tuned for opportunities to sponsor CAAFP 2025.
CAAFP NextGen Program
CAAFP is proud to support the next generation of financial professionals with scholarships for students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), and other institutions.
Help Us Expand Our Impact
Support Us With a Gift
CAAFP and the Center for Economic Empowerment and Equality rely on the generous support of people like you to continue to make a difference in the profession, our communities, and society. Consider showing your commitment to equality with a gift today.
Lang Dixon LEAD Award
Established in 2018, The College’s Lang Dixon Leadership and Excellence in Achieving Diversity (LEAD) Award is given anually to an African American financial services professional who has significantly impacted the financial services profession.
1 Numbers based on attendance data from CAAFP 2023.