SPECIAL THANKS: Maryland-Washington Minority Companies Association, STEMCITYUSA.com, Kendra Banks, Dr. Wilbert Wilson, Baltimore City Councilman Dr. John Bullock, & Rondy Griffin. (UPPER MARLBORO, MD – April 22, 2023) – The Olde Towne Inn is the backdrop for the upcoming Black Wall St. PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY on Wed., April 26, 2023, from 6 to 8 pm. RSVP to https://bwsprincegeorges.eventbrite.com. Honorees include Dr. Laura Dorsey. Who is Laura? Dr. Laura Dorsey, CEO of LLD Enterprises, is a nationally known facilitator of both live and virtual programs regarding furthering post-secondary education. When it comes to education, Dr. Laura Dorsey has one mission. That mission is…

(UPPER MARLBORO, MD – April 22, 2023) – The Olde Towne Inn is the backdrop for the upcoming Black Wall St. PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY on Wed., April 26, 2023, from 6 to 8 pm. RSVP to https://bwsprincegeorges.eventbrite.com. Honorees include Dr. Cheryl Wood, a nationally-recognized motivational speaker. Who is Cheryl? Dr. Cheryl Wood is an International Keynote Speaker, 2x TEDx Speaker, Best Selling Author, Leadership Expert, and the CEO of Global Speakers University, a training and development company that equips entrepreneurs and leaders with the tools to maximize their impact through the art of effective communication and public speaking. Wood has…

Black Wall St. Awards in New York, Atlanta, Baltimore, & Prince George’s County By Doni Glover (BALTIMORE – April 20, 2023) – Mark your calendars for the upcoming Black Wall St. Awards Ceremonies: *Fri., April 21, 2023 – Black Wall St. HARLEM *Wed., April 26, 2023 – Black Wall St. PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY *Tues., May 2, 2023 – Black Wall St. WEST NORTH AVENUE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY *Wed., May 17, 2023 – Black Wall St. ATLANTA 

By Angela Prince, WNADA (BALTIMORE – April 20, 2023) – The West North Avenue Development Authority (WNADA) will partner with BMORENews.com to present several individuals and organizations with the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award. We will recognize their contributions towards housing, economic, and neighborhood revitalization along West North Avenue and for supporting the Authority during its inaugural year. This event will be held on Tuesday, May 2, 5:00–8:00 pm at the RYMKS Bar and Grill located at 819 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202. This event will also serve as our regular meet and greet, where food will be…

(ATLANTA – April 13, 2023) – Don’t miss Black Wall Street ATLANTA on May 17, 2023, from 6 to 8 pm at the Absalom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing, located at 807 Atlanta Student Movement Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30314. RSVP to https://blackwallstreetatl2023.eventbrite.com/. Honorees include Latesha Higgs. Who is Latesha? Latesha Higgs, a Baltimore native and member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is an author, mental health speaker/advocate, and podcaster who has been seen and heard on multiple platforms speaking and advocating for those living with a mental health condition as well as suicide prevention. As a speaker and…

(HARLEM – April 13, 2023) – At BMORENews.com, we just love some New York City, and we love Harlem, too! So, we’re headed back there for Black Wall Street HARLEM on April 21st (6 to 8 pm) to host our annual spring event at the Harlem Business Alliance, 275 Malcolm X Blvd. We truly thank God for people like Tasemere Gathers and Mr. Victor Pate who make celebrating people very easy to do. Come out and join us as we lift up the people who make it happen every single day! RSVP to https://blackwallstreetharlem2023.eventbrite.com. Honorees this time include Erin Hoffman.…

(ATLANTA – April 13, 2023) – Morocco Coleman nominated “Hal” Lamar for a Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award. Lamar is but one of the honorees at the upcoming Black Wall Street ATL 2023 in Atlanta, GA on Wed., May 17, 2023, from 6 to 8 pm at the Absalom Jones Episcopal Center located at 807 Atlanta Student Movement Boulevard Atlanta, GA 30314. RSVP to  https://blackwallstreetatl2023.eventbrite.com/. Who is Hal? Well, we’ll let him do the talking … HAROLD D “HAL” LAMAR Birthplace: Atlanta, January 23, 1950 Age: 71 EDUCATION: Atlanta Public Schools K-12 Frank L Stanton, Collier Heights Elementary, CL…

(ATLANTA – April 13, 2023) – Black Wall Street ATLANTA 2023 is set for Wed., May 17, 2023, from 6 to 8 pm at the Absalom Jones Center for Racial Healing at 807 Atlanta Student Movement Boulevard, Atlanta, GA, 30314. RSVP to https://blackwallstreetatl2023.eventbrite.com. Honorees include Dr. Mel Pender. Who is Mel Pender? Mel Pender has spent many years making his motto – “To whom much is given, much is required” – a part of his lifestyle by giving back to his community. A native of Atlanta, a retired military officer, Olympian, entrepreneur, and community leader Mel has made numerous contributions…

By Chad Williams, WNADA (BALTIMORE – April 11, 2023) – The West North Avenue Development Authority will partner with BMORENews.com to present several individuals and organizations with the coveted Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards for their contributions towards housing, economic, and neighborhood revitalization along West North Avenue and supporting the Authority during its inaugural year. This will take place on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, from 5 – 8 pm at RYMKS Bar and Grill, 819 E. Pratt St., Baltimore, MD 21202. Awardees have been selected for either their contribution towards revitalization along West North Avenue or for supporting the…

(WASHINGTON, D.C. – April 11, 2023) – Black Wall Street PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY is set for Wed., April 26, 2023, from 6 to 8 pm at Olde Towne Inn. RSVP to Bwsprincegeorges.eventbrite.com. Honorees include noted photographer Ken Rochon. Who is Ken? What makes him so special? Ken ‘Dr. Smiley’ Rochon, Jr., Ph.D. is a renaissance man, humanitarian, and an accomplished serial entrepreneur. He is a social-proof celebrity event photographer, international keynote speaker, and published author of 40 books. Amplifluence.com is his new company helping Authors & Speakers monetize their influence and amplify their positive impact in the media. His platforms…