About Chicago 300 Black Women
Our Mission
Our Mission
At Chicago 300 Black Women, we proudly celebrate the incredible accomplishments of 30 inspiring Black women each year. These trailblazers are innovators, mentors, and leaders across a wide range of fields—including medicine, law, education, business, and executive leadership.
They represent a dynamic roster of doctors, lawyers, educators, entrepreneurs, executives, and thought leaders who serve as powerful role models and a testament to the impact of hard work, resilience, and determination.
Join us as we honor their achievements at this year’s event, taking place on August 9, 2026.
2025 Keynote Speaker
Dr. Aja McCutchen with a dynamic career spanning 17 years as a gastroenterologist, stands at the forefront of medical innovation and leadership. She has played an instrumental role in the executive sphere, notably as a key figure in establishing the third largest private equity-backed healthcare platform in the United States.
Her efforts have not gone unnoticed, earning her multiple accolades including the prestigious “Physician of the Year” award, a testament to her relentless pursuit of challenging and reshaping industry norms. Her pioneering spirit is further evidenced by her trailblazing roles: the first Black female to serve on the executive committee and the board of directors for United Digestive, and as the national chair of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) for Independent GI.
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