Event Recognition
Annual awards celebration honoring outstanding African American leaders across Business, Education, Public Service, Arts, Media, Religion, Health & Wellness, and Community Service.
Meet Our HonoreesSince 2011 · Columbus, Ohio
Celebrating African American Achievements.
Empowering. Inspiring. Community. Recognition. Growth.
Our Story
Founded in 2011 by A Jay Pullen, Honors Events is an annual fundraising and recognition initiative dedicated to celebrating the achievements of African Americans in Ohio.
Our primary vision is to bring communities together, shine a light on positive change agents, and directly support local youth through school supplies, career development, food, clothing, and essential resources.
Each year, the Honors Events annual gala showcases inspiring leaders who aren't just speaking of change — they are actively making it happen.
Our full story"To shine the spotlight on African Americans who aren't just speaking of change but actively making positive changes within our communities."— A Jay Pullen, Founder
What We Do
Annual awards celebration honoring outstanding African American leaders across Business, Education, Public Service, Arts, Media, Religion, Health & Wellness, and Community Service.
Meet Our HonoreesConnecting youth with successful African American mentors and role models, providing school supplies, career development resources, food, clothing, and essential support for the next generation.
Learn MorePre-sale event ticketing and fundraising initiatives that directly support community empowerment. Proceeds benefit People Like Me Project, Inc.
Get InvolvedWho We Honor
Recognizing excellence across every dimension of our community
Who We Serve
Honors Events was created for African American professionals, community leaders, donors, mentors, families, and youth across Ohio — including Columbus, Dayton, and surrounding areas.
Whether you're a civic leader, philanthropist, or student inspired to change the world, this event is your stage. Together, we rise.
