Michigan Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist: Rooted in Detroit and Focused on the 2024 Election, Building a Future for Black Communities
Garlin Gilchrist stands rooted in Detroit’s story, deeply connected to the lives of its residents. Born and raised in the city, Michigan’s Lieutenant Governor reflects the spirit of its people. As the upcoming election approaches, Gilchrist speaks directly to the communities that have often been left out of the political conversation. Detroiters, especially Black Detroiters, know that their vote has the power to shift the direction of this state and the policies that impact their neighborhoods. For Gilchrist, this election represents more than just political positioning—it’s about accountability.
Invest Atlanta CEO Dr. Eloisa Klementich Discusses New Initiatives for Small Businesses, Job Creation and Affordable Housing
In 14 years of working at Invest Atlanta, the organization's CEO Dr. Eloisa Klementich has led tremendous gains. Klementich and the Invest Atlanta team has produced the creation of 11,383 affordable housing units, 66,900 jobs created or retained, and supported $7.1 million of small business funding and $8 billion dollars of new capital investment in the city. Klementich recently spoke with with ADW to share insight on her journey with Invest Atlanta and its overall impact. How were you originally introduced to Invest Atlanta? It has been an amazing, almost 14
Carver Bancorp Names Donald Felix President and CEO
Carver Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for Carver Federal Savings Bank, a certified Community Development Financial Institution (“CDFI”) and designated Minority Depository Institution (“MDI”), announced that its Board of Directors has named Donald Felix as President and CEO of the Company and Bank effective November 1, 2024. He will also serve as a member of the Carver Board. “Felix brings more than two decades of banking leadership to advance Carver into its next era of growth.” Mr. Felix is an accomplished banking executive with over 25 years of global
Dionne Williams, EMERGE! Dominate NYFW, Paving the Way for Chicago Fashion Week 2024
Emerge! Sept 2024 - Dionne Williams, Kenya Hunt, Bethann Hardison, Fe Noel, Steve Arrington, and Raval Davis (Photo Provided). Chicago-based brand EMERGE! took over New York Fashion Week in the lead-up to Chicago Fashion Week 2024. EMERGE! provides a platform for emerging fashion designers to showcase their talents and introduce their brands to the world. Dionne Williams, the visionary behind the EMERGE! Fashion Show, expressed her excitement: “Each year, we grow bigger, allowing designers to shine on a global platform. It’s inspiring to witness the incredible talent and creativity these
Michigan Chronicle Announces 2024 40 Under 40: Emerging Leaders Defining Detroit’s Next Generation
The Michigan Chronicle is proud to announce the 2024 40 Under 40 honorees, a prestigious list of young professionals who have made significant strides in their careers and continue to contribute to their communities across the state. These honorees were selected from a competitive pool of over 200 nominees, each demonstrating exemplary leadership, innovation, and dedication in their respective fields. This year's class of honorees includes leaders from various industries, ranging from healthcare and law to education, finance, and the arts. For example, Stormie Anderson, RN and CEO