Black Wall Street

(BALTIMORE – April 6, 2026) – When you talk about Baltimore fashion, one name keeps coming up — Jody Davis. On Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m., the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards returns to downtown Baltimore to celebrate a woman who has been making women look and feel their absolute best for 15 years in business. Black Wall Street JODY DAVIS DESIGNS will be held at 110 W. Saratoga Street, and it promises to be an afternoon unlike any other. Let’s be clear: Jody Davis has been designing women’s apparel for more than 25 years.…

TGR: EMBRACING THE ENTREPRENEURIAL JOURNEY

(BALTIMORE – December 28, 2024) – I remember working a 9 to 5. I had over 50 jobs in my life. Although I grew up in an entrepreneurial family, I knew that before I could sweep my own floor, I first had to learn to sweep somebody else’s. The Internal Revenue Service, the Social Security Administration at Woodlawn (two of my siblings worked there), the National Institute of Drug Abuse, the National Institute of Health, waiting tables, washing tables, shining shoes, and selling newspapers are all a part of my employment history. In most of those positions, it was living check…

Mother & Daughter to Receive Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award, Jan. 4th

Black Wall Street NEW YEAR EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT to feature panels, workshops, & awards (BALTIMORE – December 27, 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. RSVP to BlackWallStreetSummit2025.eventbrite.com. Honorees receiving the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards include our first mother-daughter duo…

Black Wall Street NEW YEAR SUMMIT to Feature B.A.I.L. Workshop for Entrepreneurs, Jan. 4th

(BALTIMORE – December 27, 2024) – Mark your calendars … especially if you’re an entrepreneur! On Saturday, January 4, 2025, BMORENews.com and its partners will present the Black Wall Street NEW YEAR EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT from 10 am to 2 pm. Specifically, the summit will feature panels, the coveted Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards, and a very special workshop scheduled for 11 am. This workshop will be loaded with industry experts. Every business should have B.A.I.L. What is B.A.I.L.? It is a banker, an accountant, an insurance person, and a lawyer. We’ll have all of that plus some. Presenters include…

Maria Thorpe to be Recognized at Black Wall Street New Year EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT, Jan. 4th

Award winning STEM professional, author, mentor, chess enthusiast, wife and mother (BALTIMORE – December 22, 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. RSVP to BlackWallStreetSummit2025.eventbrite.com. Honorees receiving the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards include Maria Thorpe. Who is Maria? Maria Thorpe currently…

Why YOU Should Attend The Black Wall Street New Year Empowerment Summit, Jan. 4th

(BALTIMORE – December 25, 204) – Start the new year off with purpose and power at the Black Wall Street New Year Empowerment Summit, hosted by BMORENews.com and friends, on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at the Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures in Baltimore. RSVP to BlackWallStreetSummit2025.eventbrite.com. This free event is designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, and students who are ready to take their business ventures to the next level in 2025. We’ve gathered a powerhouse group of speakers, including bankers, business moguls, media experts, lawyers, and consultants, to help you kickstart your year with the tools, strategies, and connections needed…

Black Wall Street 2025 New Year EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT’s Workshops to Feature Business Resources

Workshops: Carl Brown (Facilitator) – 11 am to 12 noon Hands-on sessions on business planning, digital marketing, accessing funding, and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship. This workshop, facilitated by Carl Brown of the Washington, D.C. Small Business Development Center at Howard University, offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Brown, along with a team of experts, brings diverse expertise to the table: Ericka Alston-Buck: Shares strategies for leveraging traditional and social media. Attorney Robert Dashiell, Esq.: Provides guidance on securing government contracts. Kenny Brown: Offers advertising insights from his legendary career. Omar Muhammad: Leads the Entrepreneurial Development and…

Black Wall Street 2025 New Year EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT, Jan. 4th, at Sankofa

(BALTIMORE – December 25, 2024) – Welcome to the Black Wall Street NEW YEAR EMPOWERMENT Summit! Join us at the Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures for an inspiring event filled with workshops, speakers, networking opportunities, and the coveted Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards. This is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights to kickstart your new year with positivity and empowerment. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to grow and thrive in the new year! Event Summary Goals: Celebrate the achievements of the previous year. Provide valuable resources and networking opportunities for entrepreneurs and community…

Sebastian Coates to be Recognized at Black Wall Street New Year EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT, Jan. 4th

14-Year-Old Entrepreneur, Athlete, and Honor Roll Student Launches Flip Games, A Cutting-Edge Online Gaming Company (BALTIMORE – December 22, 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. RSVP to BlackWallStreetSummit2025.eventbrite.com. Honorees receiving the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards include Sebastian Coates. Who…

Tiana Wells-Lawson to be Recognized at Black Wall Street New Year EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT, Jan. 4th

(BALTIMORE – December 22, 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. RSVP to BlackWallStreetSummit2025.eventbrite.com. Honorees receiving the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards include Tiana Wells-Lawson. Who is Tiana? Tiana Wells-Lawson has worked in the financial services industry for 23 years.  She…