Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Elects David Turner as 37th International President
Turner Brings Strategic Vision, Proven Leadership, and Deep Commitment to Brotherhood Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. recently elected David Turner as the organization’s 37th International President during the 2025 Conclave held in Tampa, Florida. A results-driven leader with an unmatched record of fraternity service, Turner assumes the helm of one of the world’s preeminent Black Greek-letter organizations, bringing a forward-thinking plan centered on strategic execution, financial diversification, operational excellence, and technological advancement. The esteemed fraternal and socio-economic leader brings to the presidency a distinguished record of community activism and
Matters of Life and Death: Who Gets the Final Say?
By Jehan Gibson-Crump For most people, conversations about death are not easy to have. That uneasiness leads to a failure to plan. That failure to plan becomes a one-way ticket to probate. “Probate” generally refers to the process through which a deceased person’s property is distributed. Property can mean a home, a vehicle, a business, financial accounts and more. Probate is necessary when someone passes away with property in their name alone, with no joint owner or living beneficiary. Probate Court is the court that handles this process,
Matters of Life and Death: The Power Is In Your Hands
By Jehan Gibson-Crump A common misconception is that estate planning only applies to death. This could not be further from the truth. A proper estate plan determines what will happen with your assets if you pass away and who will be responsible for carrying out those wishes. It also puts measures in place to determine who will manage your affairs if you are unable, whether it is on a temporary or permanent basis. This is done through Healthcare Powers of Attorney and Financial Powers of Attorney. If done
Atlanta Teacher Dr. Valerie Camille Jones Ford Inducted Into the National Teachers Hall of Fame
Ron Clark Academy's Dr. Valerie Camille Jones Ford joins the National Teachers Hall of Fame as the second Atlanta inductee, fourth from Georgia. Dr. Valerie Camille Jones Ford, Head of the Mathematics Department at Atlanta's Ron Clark Academy (RCA), is set to be inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame (NTHF) as part of its 2025 class. Dr. Jones Ford is the second educator from Atlanta and the fourth from Georgia to be inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame. “It is a tremendous honor to stand
U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award
Columbus, OH – Who’s Who In Black Columbus is proud to announce that U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award in its upcoming 2025 edition. This honor recognizes Beatty’s exceptional legacy of leadership, public service, and lifelong advocacy for civil rights and equity. “It’s an honor to be recognized by Who’s Who In Black Columbus with this prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award, alongside so many brilliant Black changemakers in our community,” said Congresswoman Beatty. “I’m grateful for the recognition of my commitment and passion for the
H. J. Russell & Company Promotes Tiffanie Lewis to Vice President of Talent Enablement
H. J. Russell & Company announces the promotion of Tiffanie Lewis to Vice President of Talent Enablement. In this role, she will lead the company’s employee development, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), and engagement strategies. She reports to Mona Garland, Chief People Officer. Lewis brings over 30 years of experience with the company, having advanced through roles in property management, compliance, information technology, and shared services. Her ability to connect strategy to execution and drive cross-functional collaboration has made her a key contributor across the organization. “Tiffanie is a values-driven leader who has
Meet the Picks for Allegheny County’s New Youth Detention Advisory Board
Cheyenne Tyler, executive director of Café Momentum's Pittsburgh location, was appointed to Allegheny County's Juvenile Detention Board of Advisors. (Photo by Anastasia Busby/PublicSource) by Venuri Siriwardane, PublicSource Experts and advocates want Allegheny County’s Juvenile Detention Advisory Board to bring transparency and accountability to a system long criticized for harming the youth it’s meant to rehabilitate. But it lacks enforcement power under state law — a limitation they sharply criticized in light of the county’s troubled history of youth incarceration. The county closed its youth detention center in 2021 after the
Jamie Allen Joins Morehouse School of Medicine as Senior VP and Chief Legal Officer
Experienced legal executive and attorney brings more than 25 years of experience providing trusted legal counsel and leadership Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is proud to announce that Jamie Allen, JD, LLM, has joined MSM as Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer. Ms. Allen is an experienced legal executive and attorney with more than 25 years of experience providing trusted legal counsel and leadership. At MSM, she will also serve as Corporate Secretary and provide legal oversight for Morehouse Healthcare. “We are honored to welcome Jamie Allen to
Jalen Rose Named Recipient of 2025 Ice Cube Impact Award
- Rose to be Honored during Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame’s Enshrinement Weekend - The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame and ground-breaking rap star, renowned blockbuster film producer and actor, entrepreneur, and co-founder of the BIG3 basketball league, Ice Cube, have announced that former player, TV analyst, and philanthropist Jalen Rose will be honored with the 2025 Ice Cube Impact Award. “It’s truly an honor to be recognized by the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame with the Ice Cube Impact Award,” said Jalen Rose. “Cube is family, and we share
Vincent Phillips, Esq. Founding Partner, Arrington and Phillips, LLP Recognized as Top Entertainment Lawyer
Recognized nationally as one of the most influential attorneys in entertainment and culture, Vincent “Vince” Phillips is a trailblazing attorney, music executive, prolific business strategist, genre-transforming global brand creator, and social anthropologist. With a career spanning more than two decades, Atlanta native Vince Phillips is a Founding Partner at Arrington and Phillips, LLP, specializing in entertainment law. Acknowledged as a Billboard Top Music Lawyer for several years. Vince is one of the music industry’s most accomplished and sought-after attorneys, representing artists and producing cultural phenomena that changed the