Kisha A. Brown, Esq. is a civil rights attorney and founder of Justis Connection, the nation’s first Black attorney referral network. This week, in Honor of Women’s History Month, she discusses top five legal insights for Black women.
Category: BUSINESS
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Mentorship and strategy help Black women navigate workplace barriers and build leadership paths
Black women face unique challenges in the workplace, from slower promotion rates to higher burnout, often navigating environments where their contributions are overlooked. Through mentorship, career strategies and confidence-building, leaders like Sherry Sims and her clients are finding ways to claim leadership and thrive.
Posted inTechnology
Black engineers’ annual convention highlights Baltimore as hub for Black STEM professionals
For the first time, the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) is holding its annual convention in Baltimore, bringing together thousands of engineers, technologists and students to explore career opportunities, professional development and networking. Panelists highlighted Baltimore’s growing role as a technology hub, emphasizing both the opportunities and challenges of AI and the city’s commitment to supporting diverse engineers.
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How resilient Black women turn job loss into new ventures
In response to the mass layoffs of 2025, Black women are turning challenges into opportunity—launching businesses, building networks and pursuing entrepreneurship. With resilience, creativity and community support, they are forging paths to economic stability and success.
Posted inCommentary
When calling the police becomes a corporate reflex
By Chrissy M. Thornton There is a quiet calculus many Black people perform before we even walk into a store. We soften our tone. We monitor our posture. We keep receipts visible. We are mindful of where our hands are, how long we linger, whether we look “confused” or “confrontational.” This constant awareness is exhausting. […]
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The Presidents’ RoundTable names Jennifer Wicks executive director
The Presidents’ RoundTable is proud to have Jennifer Wicks on board in the role of executive director
Posted inBaltimore News
Greater Baltimore Urban League rebounds after probation, plans April Business Summit
The Greater Baltimore Urban League has been removed from probation by the National Urban League after addressing governance and financial compliance issues cited in 2025. New leadership, including board chair Kevin Seawright and interim CEO Tershea Rice, implemented a strategic plan and strengthened oversight. The organization is now focusing on rebuilding momentum, including hosting its upcoming Business Summit on April 24 in Baltimore.
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Rev. Jamal Bryant’s announcement ending Target boycott met with fierce criticism
By D. Kevin McNeirSpecial to the AFRO It lasted more than 400 days, but on March 11, the nationwide boycott of Target initiated by Black leaders was brought to an end. During a news conference at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., the Rev. Jamal Bryant, along with former Ohio state Sen. Nina Turner […]
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Wells Fargo modernizes 130 D.C.-area branches through District-by-District Branch Transformation program
Wells Fargo is modernizing 130 branches in the Washington, D.C., area as part of its District-by-District Branch Transformation program, a multi-year effort to revamp 4,000 branches nationwide. The initiative blends technology upgrades with in-person services, aiming to strengthen branches as hubs for financial guidance, relationship-building and community engagement.
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore to host National Society of Black Engineers 2026 Annual Convention
The National Society of Black Engineers will hold its 2026 Annual Convention at the Baltimore Convention Center from March 18-22, bringing together thousands of students, professionals and leaders in STEM fields. The multi-day event will feature workshops, panel discussions, a career fair and the Black on Purpose Festival— celebrating Black engineering excellence with food, music, art and technology demonstrations.
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MCB Real Estate moves forward with $900 million Harborplace transformation
MCB Real Estate’s $900-million transformation of Harborplace is set to begin this fall, promising a reimagined waterfront with retail, dining, cultural spaces and green areas. The project aims to revitalize downtown Baltimore, boosting local businesses and restoring the Inner Harbor as a central gathering place for residents and visitors alike.
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Executive Alliance names 64 companies to the Honor Roll Award for Women’s Representation in Maryland
Executive Alliance has recognized 64 Maryland-based companies and nonprofit organizations with its 2026 Honor Roll Award for Women’s Representation. Each honoree maintains at least 30 percent women in executive leadership and on boards, setting a benchmark highlighted in the group’s Annual Census of Women Board Directors. Awardees will be celebrated March 18, 2026, at Maryland Jockey Club in Laurel.