(L-R) Mayor Steven L. Reed of Montgomery, AL, Mayor LaToya Cantrell of New Orleans, LA and Mayor Andre Dickens of Atlanta, GA Credit: Monica Morgan Photography   At the most recent Pancakes and Politics forum III, three prominent Southern mayors, LaToya Cantrell of New Orleans, Steven L. Reed of Montgomery, and Andre Dickens of Atlanta, convened to discuss the unique leadership challenges faced by African American and female mayors in Republican-dominated states. The conversation was live-streamed on Facebook and YouTube, which drew national attention. Along with a mix of civic

Michigan State University’s Arlynn Dailey has been named to the newly established Michigan Board of Dietetics and Nutrition, a state body tasked with setting licensing standards for dietitian nutritionists. Appointed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Dailey will serve a term through June 2029, helping shape the future of nutritional practice across the state. As the community engagement and outreach administrator for Michigan State University’s Health Sciences and the College of Human Medicine in Detroit, Dailey bridges the university and the community. Her work is focused on building genuine relationships

The Crown Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, has announced a powerful new collaboration with Tamira Chapman’s Storehouse In A Box (SIAB) to launch Storehouse Voices™, a bold new imprint focused on elevating Black voices in the literary world. Aimed at bridging the representation gap in publishing, Storehouse Voices promises to become a cultural touchstone, amplifying the diverse stories and rich history of the Black experience. Tamira Chapman, an award-winning entrepreneur and philanthropist from Detroit, is the driving force behind the imprint. As the founder and

Kai Bowman, a leading supporter of minority-owned businesses, is stepping up his game by starting Clutch Consulting. This new firm aims to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses while promoting economic opportunities for everyone. Bowman recently played a key role in helping secure $12 million in contracts for minority-owned businesses during the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit, including his pop-up food hall concept with Recess, the only Black-owned business in the Draft footprint. In this new venture, he uses his experience to connect companies, government organizations, and diverse communities

In a city renowned for its resilience and reinvention, Annette Anderson stands out as a catalyst for change. On city billboards and commercials, a devoted mother, skilled nurse, and ambitious entrepreneur, Anderson has woven her passions into 1st Step Healthcare Training, a transformative hub for healthcare education in Detroit. With the support of Motor City Match, Black Business Alliance and QT Business Solutions she has built more than just a business; she’s created a community where aspiring healthcare workers find not only training but a pathway to meaningful

Representative John James has clinched re-election in Michigan’s 10th Congressional District, a race that was fiercely contested and closely followed as a key race in the state. His victory not only reinforces his position as Michigan’s only Black member in the U.S. House of Representatives but also signals a strong endorsement of his legislative agenda and appeal across a district known for its electoral volatility. In a rematch from 2022, incumbent Republican Rep. John James defeated Democratic Party challenger Carl Marlinga in Michigan's 10th Congressional District. James defeated Marlinga

In a momentous and historic move, Collins Einhorn Farrell has elected Michigan’s first Black woman CEO, a decision that not only underscores its commitment to diversity and inclusion in the legal industry but also sets a new standard for the sector. An innovation leader within the legal sphere, Collins Einhorn Farrell PC (CE) proudly announced the groundbreaking election of Kellie L. Howard as its new Chief Executive Officer. “I am deeply honored to lead CE into this new era of legal excellence in which we will continue our