Celebrated at CXO 2.0 Conference, Michelle Grigsby-Hackett leads in advancing behavioral health equity and reinforcing community-centered non-profits.
— Michelle Grigsby-Hackett, Chief Executive Officer of Affiliated Sante Group, was celebrated with the Business Leadership Excellence Award at the CXO 2.0 Conference. Held from December 8–10, 2025, at the InterContinental DFC in Dubai, the conference convened senior executives, founders, policymakers, and thought leaders from across international business and social impact ecosystems. The global business leadership event acknowledged her outstanding contributions to non-profit leadership, behavioral health innovation, and equitable access to care.
Michelle Grigsby-Hackett is a transformative leader with over 25 years in behavioral health. As the first African American woman CEO of a major nonprofit in Maryland and North Carolina, she has expanded access to care for underserved communities. A Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner, Michelle champions equitable, culturally responsive services.
She is an expert in executive coaching and nonprofit development, helping organizations grow sustainably and implement evidence-based practices. A passionate speaker and dedicated family woman, she actively serves her community through Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., promoting service and social change.
While accepting the award at the leadership event, Michelle shared, “Receiving the Business Leadership Excellence Award at a global forum like the CXO 2.0 Conference is both humbling and affirming. This recognition reflects not only my journey, but the collective efforts of dedicated teams working every day to expand equitable, culturally responsive behavioral health care. Leadership, to me, is about service—building sustainable systems, uplifting communities, and ensuring that access to care is not a privilege, but a right.”
This recognition highlights Michelle’s enduring influence as a leader who combines professional excellence with purpose-driven service. Her work continues to shape how non-profit organizations deliver impactful behavioral health solutions while promoting trust, dignity, and opportunity within the communities they serve.
About The CXO 2.0 Conference
The CXO 2.0 Conference is a three-day global business leadership summit designed to bring together senior executives, entrepreneurs, and industry experts to examine emerging trends shaping the future of organizations and society. Through keynote sessions, expert panels, and interactive discussions, the conference offers a platform for strategic learning, leadership development, and global collaboration. With upcoming editions across Las Vegas, Singapore, and Dubai, the CXO 2.0 Conference recognizes leaders whose work demonstrates excellence, integrity, and meaningful organizational and societal impact. For more information, visit www.cxo2conf.com.
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