BLACK ENTERPRISE’s Chief Diversity Officer Summit and Honors, presented in partnership with Fidelity Investments, Merck, and The Executive Leadership Council, highlighted the importance of DEI in corporate America and the contributions of trailblazers and industry leaders.
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Five organizations promoting youth entrepreneurship
Black youth are turning their interests and passions into profits through organizations such as Black Girl Ventures Foundation, The Hidden Genius Project, The NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant, The Center for Black Entrepreneurship, and The Young Entrepreneurs of Color Pitch Competition.
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Real Times Media Co-Owner, Legendary Businessman and Philanthropist Dr. William ‘Bill’ Pickard passes away at Age 83
Jeremy Allen, Executive EditorMichigan Chronicle Dr. William “Bill” Pickard – entrepreneur, philanthropist, education advocate, business titan, mentor, and visionary – passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 12, at his West Palm Beach, Fla. home, surrounded by family and loved ones. Dr. Pickard’s daughter, Mary Pickard, issued the following statement: “On behalf of the Pickard family, we […]
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Kennedy Krieger names Ernestine Briggs-King, Ph.D, to lead department for family and community interventions
Ernestine Briggs-King, Ph.D., has been appointed as vice president of the Department for Family and Community Interventions at Kennedy Krieger Institute, where she will lead the Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress and the Therapeutic Foster Care program.
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Black-owned startup in Prince George’s County, PerVista, aims to prevent active shooters
Vennard Wright, co-founder of PerVista and Wave Welcome, has developed a technology using AI to detect firearms and notify police, in an effort to reduce gun violence in schools, hospitals and other public places.
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Destination DC announces record numbers for tourism in nation’s capital
Washington D.C. saw a record number of visitors in 2023, resulting in $10.2 billion in visitor spending and the support of 102,366 local jobs.
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D.C. leads in markets for women-owned businesses
Washington D.C. is a leading region for women entrepreneurs, with a strong economy, a highly educated workforce, and a commitment to providing support to women-owned businesses.
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A night to remember: Associated Black Charities celebrates community and collaboration at 2024 gala
The 2024 Associated Black Charities Annual Gala celebrated organizations dedicated to serving the Black community, recognizing their vital role in advancing racial equity and fostering sustainable change.
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The road ahead: An AFRO inside look at BOPA’s new CEO, Rachel D. Graham
Rachel D. Graham has been appointed as the new CEO of the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts, and is focused on rebuilding trust with the city, promoting arts and culture, and ensuring that the organization is a trusted advocate for the Baltimore arts community.
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PRESS ROOM: Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated to host the 84th Grand Conclave in Tampa, Florida
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. is hosting its 84th Conclave in Tampa, Florida from June 27 to July 2, with a focus on activism, philanthropic efforts, youth mentoring, recognizing the fine arts, health and wellness, and celebrating decades of social action.
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PRESS ROOM: Walmart partners with Black-owned agencies Contender and Martian Blueberry to launch Father’s Day campaign showcasing Black fathers as superheroes
Walmart and Contender have released a new animated short film called “Answering The Call” which celebrates Black dads and their role in nurturing their children’s physical, mental, spiritual and financial well-being.
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Biden’s anti-NAFTA moment is here
The Biden-Harris administration is implementing a bold trade policy to ensure America leads the clean energy economy of the 21st century, investing in domestic manufacturing and creating a green jobs boom, while protecting American jobs from Chinese competition.