In a unanimous decision, former United States Congressman and former Atlanta Councilman Kwanza Hall was elected as the new chairman of Develop Fulton during a special called meeting on Thursday, September 12. Hall, who previously served as vice chairman, will succeed outgoing Chairman Georgia Senator Brandon Beach.
“Expanding Fulton County’s diverse, resilient, and thriving business community is at the heart of our mission,” said Hall, who has previously served as the | Read more...
By Henry Beecher Hicks III, President and CEO, National Black MBA Association
“I love my Black job.” - Simone Biles, three times Olympian, most decorated gymnast in history
In recent weeks, the discussion around what constitutes a “Black job” has reignited a critical conversation about race, identity and the workforce. The term has been used to describe jobs perceived as lower-paying or less desirable, typically occupied by Black workers. However, it is vital to shift | Read more...
Happy National Black Business Month!
This month, we proudly celebrate the achievements, resilience, and innovation of Black entrepreneurs who are making an impact across industries. At RICE, our commitment to Building Black Business isn’t limited to just one month – it’s a 365-day mission. Every day, we work tirelessly to provide the resources, support, and opportunities that Black businesses need to thrive and grow. Whether it’s through our transformative programs, | Read more...
By Georgia State Representative Billy Mitchell (District 88)
As a State Representative I am honored to have spent my career shaping critical policy discussions and advocating for transformative change for everyone, but particularly for marginalized groups who face barriers to progress. I strive to leverage my position to sound the alarm about policies I believe risk undermining the strides we’ve made in promoting economic equity for Black Americans. As such, I feel | Read more...
“The reason why this is so important and impactful… is because our industry needs you, it needs every one of you,” said Robin Zeigler, Founder and CEO of MURAL Real Estate Partners headquartered in NYC, while addressing the 152 fellows from the 2024 cohort of the Project REAP (Real Estate Associate Program) Spring Academy at the June 10 graduation ceremony. The nonprofit organization has been a leader in diversifying the talent pipeline in commercial real estate (CRE) for | Read more...
On Monday, June 17, 2024, the City of Atlanta presented Mack Wilbourn with a proclamation for his contribution to the city’s economy and for his philanthropic work.
Mack Wilbourn is owner and President of Mack II, Inc., a quick service restaurant management company since 1971. His current franchises include Atlanta Bread & Bar, Baja Fresh Mexican, Famiglia Pizza, Phillip’s Seafood, Popeyes and We Juice It, all located in the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International | Read more...
ABL 17th Annual Congress on the State of Black Business in Metro Atlanta
“Driving Economic Equity: Shaping the Future”
Featuring Congress Chair: Al Edwards, President and CEO of CERM and
Congress Honorary Chair: The Honorable Michael Thurmond, CEO of DeKalb County, Georgia
What Topics will the Congress Explore?
Black Business and Community Development
Real Estate Development and Housing
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
A Look Into | Read more...
By M. Paulyne Morgan White
The historic Big Bethel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church will celebrate the Annual Morris Brown College (MBC) Day Service on Sunday, March 17, 2024 during the 10:00 am worship service, in the sanctuary where the college was founded in 1881.
The highly anticipated celebration will conclude the 2024 Morris Brown College’s National Alumni Founders Day Celebration held in Atlanta, Georgia. The women serve as honorary chairpersons and | Read more...
By Nicole Slay Caldwell, Atlanta president of The NETwork
As we commemorate Black History Month, it is important to reflect not only on the struggles and triumphs of the past but also to address the challenges of the present. By taking action to improve our present, Black History Month offers an opportunity to continue to inspire our community to work towards a brighter future for the next generation.
As I contemplate the path forward, three impactful considerations | Read more...
Longtime Atlanta citizen and community activist Cecilia Houston-Torrence was honored by the Atlanta City Council on Monday, September 18, 2023. She was commended for her outstanding community service to Atlanta and to several non-profit organizations.
A little-known fact about Houston-Torrence is that, as pointed out by her close friend Susan “Sue” Ross, at a very young age, Houston-Torrence and her sisters integrated Christ the King Elementary School in Daphne, Alabama | Read more...
Actress and Entrepreneur Kim Fields will be the featured keynote speaker at the Atlanta Business League (ABL) 2023 Membership Campaign on Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Experience Membership and Embrace Success
Networking Opportunities
Professional Development
Advocacy and Support
Visibility and Recognition
Come and learn how you can join the Atlanta Business League (ABL) and tap into a supportive community that can offer guidance and | Read more...
TILA Studios is proud to announce the commencement of its 2023-2024 Garden Fellowship. An award-winning and nationally recognized fellowship program for Black women visual artists, the Garden Fellowship is a 15-month program that helps these artists take their careers to the next level.
In celebration of the start of the fellowship, TILA Studios is hosting a Juneteenth Block Party on June 17, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM with Sweengreen, at its location in Atlanta’s Ponce City | Read more...
