(BALTIMORE – January 1, 2025) – The Black Wall Street NEW YEAR EMPOWERMENT Summit is more than an event—it’s a call to action for entrepreneurs, community leaders, and change-makers to come together, celebrate achievements, and build a brighter future. With insightful panels, dynamic workshops, and the prestigious Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards, this summit is designed to inspire and equip attendees with the tools to make 2025 a year of impact and empowerment. Join us on Saturday, January 4th, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures, and let’s make history together. Let’s…

(BALTIMORE – December 31, 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 Richard Conway. Who is Richard? Richard Conway is a passionate leader, educator, and community advocate who has…

Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce Awards $63,000 in Microgrants to Local Businesses (OAKLAND – December 30, 2025) — The Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce (OAACC) is proud to announce the distribution of $63,000 in microgrants to 63 member businesses. These $1,000 grants, generously sponsored by Supervisor Nate Miley, Amazon, and the Tides Foundation, reflect our unwavering commitment to empowering Black-owned businesses in Oakland. “Our members are essential to Oakland’s economic and cultural fabric,” said Cathy Adams, President of the OAACC. “These grants are a testament to our dedication to fostering business growth and sustainability within our community.” The…

(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 Kelli Redmond-Bagby. Who is Kelli? Visionary Entrepreneur | Founder of Mova Nature Kelli Redmond-Bagby’s journey into wellness began…

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…

(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…

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…

Happy Holidays! The West North Avenue Development Authority’s Transit Access and Pedestrian Safety Improvement (TAPSI) project at West North Avenue and Druid Hill – McCulloh Intersections wants to hear from you. As a next step in our ongoing commitment to community engagement, following our activities this past October and November, we want your input on your preferred artwork design, which was developed during the engagement process. Please vote for your favorite design by January 31st, 2025, and share it with others living, working, and visiting the project area. The selected design will be unveiled in February/March! For more information, please get…

(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…

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…