(BALTIMORE – December 18, 2024) – Be sure to attend the Black Wall Street New Year EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT on Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures at 4330 Pimlico Rd. This will be an inspiring event filled with workshops, speakers, networking opportunities, and, of course, the coveted Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards. This event is presented by BMORENews.com, the West North Avenue Development Authority (WNADA), and Fulton Bank.
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Honorees receiving the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards include Adeyemi Adeduro.
Who is Adeyemi?
Adeyemi Adeduro is a Financial Aid Counselor, Entrepreneur, and Creative Visionary. He is a newly graduated student from Morgan State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Marketing with a 3.0 GPA. Born in Takoma Park, Maryland, and raised in Prince George’s County, Adeyemi has always been an all-around creative. His passions include modeling, fashion design, photography, and cinematography, allowing him to explore various avenues of artistic expression.
At just 15 years old in 2015, Adeyemi founded his local Maryland brand, Halo Cares. The brand’s vision is deeply rooted in uplifting individuals by encouraging them to embrace their authentic selves and shifting the culture toward positivity. Through his work, Adeyemi aims to build a strong community of people who resonate with the idea of elevating one another through the art they create and consume.
In addition to his entrepreneurial journey, Adeyemi serves as a Financial Aid Counselor at Morgan State University, where he works to help students in financial need, just as he was supported during his own academic journey. His role reminds him of his commitment to giving back to the community, which helped him succeed.
As an artist and advocate for self-expression, Adeyemi’s ultimate goal is to create a lasting impact by building genuine connections and empowering others through creativity and collaboration.
