Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, 2023 Elected Official of the Year, Runs for DeKalb County CEO [VIDEO]
DeKalb County Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, Super District 7 is heralded for her positive initiatives in economic development, education, public safety and home ownership. Following Tuesday’s Georgia primary in which Cochran-Johnson finished as the front-runner with 46 percent of the vote, will face former county Commissioner Larry Johnson in the June 18 run-off for DeKalb County CEO. DeKalb County Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson of Super District 7 in the Atlanta metropolitan area is heralded for her positive initiatives in economic development, education, public safety and homeownership. Following the statewide Georgia
Clark Atlanta University’s Alfred Jordan Named Coach Of The Year By National Sports Media Association
Alfred Jordan, the men’s basketball coach at Clark Atlanta University, has been named the Clarence “Big House” Gaines College Basketball Coaches of the Year by the National Sports Media Association. The Gaines Awards will be presented during the NSMA’s 64th awards banquet on July 1, 2024, in Greensboro, N.C. After going 8-20 in his first season at Clark Atlanta, Jordan’s second team showed a marked improvement. The Division II Gaines Award winner led the Panthers to a 22-5 record during the regular season, with the five losses coming by
Meet Nwabueze Phil-Ebosie: 2024 Chicago Defender Men of Excellence Honoree
In his nearly two-decade tenure at ComEd, Nwabueze Phil-Ebosie, also known as Eze, has become a cornerstone of innovation and leadership in the field of electrical engineering. As the current Director of Engineering, Phil-Ebosie oversees the modernization of the electric grid, ensuring that the people of Northern Illinois receive reliable electric service. His journey at ComEd has been marked by a series of leadership and technical roles, each contributing to the company's mission of excellence. His professional track record and tireless dedication to mentorship is why Phil-Ebosie was selected
Tesa Anewishki: Championing Equity and Transformation in Healthcare
Before Tesa Anewishki became the first African and Native-American CEO of Loretto Hospital, she received an early holiday lesson in her youth about the importance of giving and selflessness. It came via a bearded man — not the one you're thinking of — on a downtown Chicago street when she was around 13. This man had a garbage bag and icicles in his beard. So, Anewishki's mother pulled over, got out of the car, and disappeared into a department store. An hour later, when her mother returned, there were no
Shaka Senghor: The ascent from prison to prominence
An appearance on Oprah’s “Super Soul Sunday” is usually an affirmation that the guest is officially recognized as an intellectual or a spiritualist who has transcended ordinary life experiences to join the ranks of the enlightened. They are typically the sages who’ve lead stellar lives and have long been considered pillars of society. But, award-winning author and motivational speaker, Shaka Senghor joins that company social commentators after taking a turn on the path to higher understanding, which lead him to a 19-year stint in prison. Senghor’s incarceration was
Record Exec Mali Wilson Hits a High Note in Music and Business
Music industry powerhouse Mali Wilson who some call the "most well known unknown" in music is famous among A-list artists and recording executives for her remarkable dexterity in transitioning from singer to songwriter-producer to talent developer and back again. The Grammy-nominated entertainment veteran made her mark on the music scene first in her hometown of Chicago and later as an executive in Atlanta's bourgeoning musical landscape as a corporate executive. She is renowned for her work with such musical giants, including such greats as Whitney Houston, Chris
AAMA Names Montgomery, AL Mayor Steven L. Reed as President
The African American Mayors Association (AAMA) is excited to announce Montgomery, Alabama Mayor Steven L. Reed has been appointed as President to lead the national nonprofit organization. Mayor Reed was officially sworn in on Friday, April 26 at the conclusion of AAMA’s 10th anniversary conference in Atlanta, Georgia. “As we usher in a new decade of the African American Mayors Association, I am thrilled to welcome Mayor Steven L. Reed as President of our organization. Mayor Reed brings a wealth of experience and creative solutions to the table and we’re
Brenda Lawrence Strikes Out Against Hate with Spill the Honey
Former U.S. Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence didn’t stop to rest on her laurels and bask in her accomplishments after leaving office to continue championing human rights causes. The only Black elected official representing Michigan in the U.S. Congress at the time spent more than three decades in public service and continues to serve Americans around the nation. Since leaving public office Lawrence has partnered with the Spill the Honey organization, a national Black and Jewish Alliance dedicated to strengthening relationships through the arts and education to unite, rebuild and
Atlanta USPS Postmaster Falonda Woods Delivers First Class Service
Real Times Media's Who's Who In Black series frequently features women who continue to impact the culture through a myriad of contributions across all sectors of society. Their groundbreaking accomplishments have changed the nation and inspired women around the world to become game-changers in bringing the promise of equality and excellence to fruition. One of those delivering on that promise is Falonda Woods, Atlanta’s second Black woman Postmaster. “Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds." -
Financial Wizard Raymond McGuire Trades Wall Street for Social Empowerment
Who's Who in Black provides a national platform to recognize the achievements of some of the most distinguished Black business leaders, activists, policymakers, philanthropists, and influencers in the world today. Raymond McGuire, the Lazard firm president and former mayoral candidate for New York is one of those remarkable individuals whose story must be told. Recently McGuire took the stage at Bank of America Auditorium at the Shirley Massey Executive Conference Center at Morehouse College to share insights with students and guests in an open forum during the revered