Black Wall Street WOODLAWN Marks 15 Years of Celebrating Black Enterprise

(WOODLAWN, MD – June 4, 2026) — Black Wall Street WOODLAWN will take place this evening, Thursday, June 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at SHURA, located at 6665 Security Blvd. in Woodlawn.

Now in its 15th year, the Black Wall Street series has honored more than 3,000 entrepreneurs, professionals, community leaders, and changemakers across nine cities. The initiative celebrates Black entrepreneurship while recognizing the individuals, organizations, and institutions that support economic empowerment and community development.

Founded by BMORENews.com Publisher Doni Glover in 2011, Black Wall Street was created to inspire entrepreneurship, strengthen community connections, and highlight the remarkable achievements taking place in our neighborhoods every day.

Black Americans command an estimated $2 trillion in annual buying power, representing one of the most significant consumer markets in the world. Black Wall Street serves as a reminder that economic empowerment begins with awareness, relationships, and intentional support of businesses and professionals who invest in our communities. Through recognition, networking, and storytelling, the series helps connect entrepreneurs with customers, resources, and opportunities for growth.

Special thanks to New Life Recovery Center, R.E. Harrington, Fulton Bank, Thomas Hardnett, Sanjay Thomas Allstate Insurance, and Baltimore County Councilman Julian Jones for their support of this evening’s program.

2026 Black Wall Street WOODLAWN Honorees

Kizzy Dawkins
Jason McAlpin
Janelle Shorter
Ania Pettiford
Kevin Setzer
Frances Parks
Gordon Wilder
Irvin Nore
William Neal
Gerald Quarles
Darryl Green
Aris Williams
LaRian Finney
Derrick Jones
Tony Ross
Randy Dennis
Donovan Murphy
Maeion Bryant
Malaika-Tamu Cooper
Tarika Boyd
Tiye Mulazim
J. D. Ward
Linmark Pearson
Lakecia Pitts

Black Wall Street WOODLAWN continues a proud tradition of recognizing achievement, encouraging economic empowerment, and creating opportunities for meaningful relationship-building throughout the region. Community members, business owners, elected officials, and stakeholders are encouraged to attend, celebrate the honorees, and support the ongoing mission of strengthening Black enterprise in Baltimore County and beyond.