Business

The giants who built Minority Business Enterprise didn’t act like this. Not one of them. (ANNAPOLIS – March 8, 2026) – I was there.  At the very first MBE Night in Annapolis. Helped promote it, in fact.  I know what it was built on. I know who was in the room. I know the spirit that animated it — a spirit that came directly from the giants who spent their lives fighting to open the doors of economic opportunity for Black and minority business owners in Maryland and across this country. Which is why what I am watching unfold right now…

Black Leading Women’s Event: June 13

This is a don’t-miss event! CarVer Communications is a boutique public relations, strategy, marketing, crisis, and event-project management firm that prides itself on working with a hands-on on results-driven approach. Based in Maryland, we have a team of creative thinkers, savvy strategists, trendsetters, and dot connectors. CarVerPr’s attention to detail cultivates fresh-new, out-of-the-box marketing strategies that move to well-crafted public relations and social media campaigns. Our team of PR, marketing, and event specialists is experienced with launching brands and keeping them on trend and relevant in the news and target markets

U.S. Black Chambers, Inc.: Meet Some Our Distinguished Speakers for the USBC National Conference!

U.S. Black Chambers, Inc.  Affectionately known as the “National Voice of Black Businesses”, The U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) provides committed, visionary leadership, and advocacy in the realization of economic empowerment. Through the creation of resources and initiatives, we support a network of African American Chambers of Commerce and business organizations in their work of developing and growing Black enterprises.

Join us for Morgan TechFest 2024!

Are you interested in staying ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving tech world? Join us at Morgan Techfest for a dynamic platform that enlightens students about the transformative impact of technology on their career paths. Morgan TechFest empowers students to recognize the transformative power of technology on their professional journeys, facilitating robust networking avenues with tech mavens, opening up numerous opportunities in the tech job market, and applauding exemplary tech-centric research through awards and displays. With the participation of tech industry giants such as Bloomberg, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and many others from last year, and even more expected to be there…

Black Wall Street JUNETEENTH at PRIM & PROPER, 6.19.24

(BALTIMORE – May 16, 2024) – Be sure to come to Black Wall Street JUNETEENTH featuring the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, from 6 to 8 pm. Prim & Proper is the new premier restaurant at 206 E. Redwood Street, Baltimore, MD 21202. RSVP to https://blackwallstreetjuneteenth.eventbrite.com. Special thanks to Charlyn Nater and Baltimore Main Streets for the collaboration. The Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards celebrate Black entrepreneurs and professionals as well as the people who support them regardless of race. To date, BMORENews.com and its partners have recognized over 2,500 individuals in 9…

Black Wall Street NEW ORLEANS, 7.12.24 at 2 Phat Vegans

(NEW ORLEANS – May 16, 2024) – RSVP for Black Wall Street NEW ORLEANS set for Friday, July 12, 2024, from 6 to 8 pm at 2 Phat Vegans, 3613 General Meyer Ave, New Orleans, LA 70114. Presented by BMORENews.com, the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards are designed to celebrate Black entrepreneurs and professionals as well as the people who support them regardless of race. RSVP to https://blackwallstreetneworleans.eventbrite.com. The aim is to celebrate little-known Black Wall Street history nationally and to help inspire entrepreneurship, beginning in the Black community. The Black community has over $1.6T in annual disposable income.…

HoodFellas Bistro & Catering and Rymks Bar & Grill Partner to Unveil Soul Street, Baltimore’s Newest Culinary offering

(BALTIMORE – May 14, 2024) – Soul Street is pleased to announce the opening of its brick-and-mortar location at 819 E. Pratt St in downtown Baltimore’s charming Little Italy. This collaborative venture between HoodFellas Bistro & Catering and Rymks Bar & Grill plans to introduce a fresh and vibrant approach to Modern American Barbeque to Baltimore’s culinary landscape. Soul Street is the conglomeration of many years of culinary passion and dedicated customer service of 2 companies with a strong belief that rising tides raise all boats, offering patrons not only exceptional cuisine but also a warm and inviting atmosphere. Leading…

CIAA AND VISIT BALTIMORE RECAP SUCCESS OF 2024 MEN’S AND WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT IN BALTIMORE

(BALTIMORE – May 14, 2024) – Visit Baltimore and the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, are pleased to recap the success of the 2024 Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament which took place from Feb. 26 – March 3 at CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore. The tournament welcomed approximately 43,450 fans to CFG Bank Arena over 24 basketball games during its 6-day run in Baltimore, exceeding 2023’s attendance by 13 percent. In total, there were 63,844 attendees based on initial turnstile numbers including media, student-athletes, coaches, staff, and other patrons who entered the arena…

U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) Elevates the Voice of Black Business at Critical Senate Hearing on Racial Discrimination

(BOWIE, MD – MAY 10, 2024) – The U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. submitted testimony for a recently held Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee “Promoting Opportunity: The Need for Targeted Federal Business Programs to Address Ongoing Racial Discrimination” hearing at Bowie State University that addressed the pervasive issue of racial discrimination within the entrepreneurial landscape and government contracting. This landmark hearing convened policymakers, industry leaders, and advocates to scrutinize and strategize against systemic biases affecting Black-owned businesses nationwide. Ron Busby Sr., President and CEO of the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc., released the following statement in addition to his testimony: “The…

Governor Moore Attends Opening of Conair Distribution Center Adding 700 Jobs to Maryland’s Economy

(ANNAPOLIS, MD – May 10, 2024) – Governor Moore attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony today for the Conair Distribution Center in Hagerstown. First announced in October 2023, the facility is Conair’s largest distribution center in the Mid-Atlantic region and will bring 700 jobs to Maryland’s economy within 10 years—another example of the Moore-Miller Administration’s commitment to making Maryland more competitive. “I tell everyone in the country that Maryland is the best place to grow or start a business, and today reaffirms our commitment to make it even better,” said Gov. Moore. “I want to thank Conair for believing in Maryland and choosing to…