The Annual Recognition Award Dinner is held October of each year in Washington, DC. More than 1,500 people representing leadership in corporate America, higher education, public policy, and community service attend this black-tie, gala event recognizing African American achievement and pro diversity corporations.

A Steuben crystal lion is awarded in three categories - The Achievement Award for business leadership, the Alvaro Martins Heritage Award For community service and career accomplishments, and the Corporate Award To a company making strides in advancing corporate diversity and service to minority communities.

Public events held in conjunction with the Dinner are the CEO's Diversity Leadership Summit and the Mid-Level Managers' Symposium.

Another public event is the Regional Mid-Level Managers' Symposium, held throughout the year, and sponsored by Sears, Roebuck and Co.