BMORE Black Business Expo Announces New Honorees and Featured Speakers

(BALTIMORE – August 12, 2025) — The BMORE Black Business Expo, set for Saturday, September 6, 2025, at the Downtown Cultural Arts Center, has announced an expanded list of honorees and speakers who embody the event’s mission of celebrating Black entrepreneurship, leadership, and community impact.

The Expo, presented by BMORENews.com and home to the nationally recognized Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards, will honor business and community leaders from across Baltimore and beyond. The latest additions to the honoree roster bring a rich blend of history, advocacy, and innovation to this year’s celebration.

Newly Announced Honorees & Speakers

Tim Greene — Member of Dunbar High School’s legendary 1973 Championship Team and leader of the One Baltimore initiative for the past two decades. Greene will be recognized with the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award for his lifelong commitment to unity and progress in Baltimore.
April Ryan — Award-winning White House Correspondent, CNN Political Analyst, and author, will be joined by her husband James Ewing, founder of Jare Candles, blending political insight with entrepreneurial spirit.
Kevin Shird — Acclaimed author and activist, introducing his latest book, A Life for a Life, a compelling work exploring justice, redemption, and transformation.
Monica Clark — Blockchain, branding
Paul Taylor — Former Director of Minority Business for the City of Baltimore, known for his decades of advocacy for equitable business opportunities.
Alice Torriente — Joe Manns Black Wall Street honoree, political activist, retired educator, and daughter of the late Maryland State Senator Troy Brailey.
Shawn Williams — Entrepreneur and community leader whose ventures highlight the importance of local investment.
Tammy Moore — Successful real estate agency owner dedicated to helping families build wealth through property ownership.

About the Expo

The BMORE Black Business Expo is more than a networking event — it’s a platform for connecting entrepreneurs, fostering economic empowerment, and honoring those who’ve paved the way. Alongside the awards presentations, the Expo will feature vendor showcases, keynote speakers, panel discussions, and performances.