The “Ebony Power 150” was compiled by the editors
of Ebony, in consultation with national experts and
leaders in their fields. Being on the list does not
necessarily constitute an endorsement of any
particular individual or ideology.
Two criteria guided the editors who made the final
recommendations:
In the past year, did the individual transcend his or her
position and exhibit widespread national influence?
In the past year, did the individual affect in a decisive
and positive way the lives, thinking and actions of
large segments of the African-American population,
either by his or her position in a key group, or by his or
her personal reach and influence?
Although our list is populated by dynamic individuals
with extensive résumés, space limitations allow us to
highlight only one of their many accomplishments.
