02/05/2026
This February marks a historic milestone: the 100th anniversary of Black History Month in the U.S. Since 1926, this observance has honored the enduring contributions of Black Americans while amplifying overlooked stories of brilliance and resilience and strides for equality.
At Parexel, our Black Employees Advisory Consortium (BEACON) embodies this spirit of progress. With 200+ colleagues strong, BEACON is committed to advancing global inclusion for both Black employees and the Black patients we serve With Heart.
Over the past year, BEACON has:
▪️Invested in talent with leadership development programs and mentoring opportunities for women and men
▪️Expanded networks by participating in conferences with organizations like the Healthcare Businesswomen's Association and Black Women in Clinical Research
▪️Built connections through virtual Lunch & Learns, book clubs, coffee chats and local meet ups
▪️Celebrated excellence as members earned recognition from Black Pharma, PharmaTimes and other organizations
As we honor this centennial, we're proud of BEACON's work to create lasting change and we're committed to continuing this important journey together.