Dr. Bryan Johnson Appointed Superintendent of Atlanta Public Schools; Begins New Era for Student Education
The Atlanta Public Schools officials will officially swear in new school superintendent Dr. Bryan Johnson this Monday morning, Aug. 5. Johnson will waste no time taking the reigns of the sometimes embattled school district when he swings into action as 50,000 students return to the classroom for the 2024-2025 school year. Dr. Bryan Johnson was unanimously approved as the next superintendent of Atlanta Public Schools (APS) on July 8, 2024, and will begin his three-year contract. Johnson, who was previously the executive vice chancellor and chief strategy officer
National Non-profit Appoints Atlanta Resident Tiffany Brown to Board of Directors
Blessings in a Backpack, the only national organization solely dedicated to feeding kids on the weekend, has appointed Tiffany Brown of Atlanta, managing director of Alvarez & Marsal’s Corporate Performance Improvement division, as the board’s newest member. “I envision a world where no child ever goes to bed hungry,” said Brown. “This isn't just a dream—it's a commitment that aligns perfectly with the mission of Blessings. I'm incredibly excited to partner with Blessings to transform this vision into reality. Together, we aim to amplify our impact nationwide, increasing the number of food-insecure
BLK Capital Management CEO Angel Onuoha Makes Gains in Hedge Fund Arena
Angel Onuoha, CEO of BLK Capital Management, founded the not-for-profit hedge fund as a Freshman at Harvard University. The 24-year-old business mogul's goal is to help guide African-American students to the field of active investment management, giving them a real-time education while they dive head-first into managing an invested pool of money. BLK Capital Management maintains members from across the nation who manage a long/short equity fund that invests capital across the globe and constantly seek to deliver absolute returns, outperforming industry standards. The Conference will host over 80 students
Emerging 100 of Atlanta’s Diriki T. Geuka Shares Thoughts on Empowering the Next Generation
Diriki T. Geuka is an Associate in the Atlanta office of Townsend & Lockett in the transactional practice group. Diriki works on a team focusing on mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and general corporate law. Diriki was previously a Pinellas Assistant County Attorney where he represented County agencies run by locally elected and appointed officials. Diriki began his career as federal staff attorney for the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, where he served for a year, and was an intern for the Honorable
Council for Quality Growth Announces Four Pillar Tribute honoring the H.J. Russell Family
Donata, Jerome, Michael, and the Late Herman J. Russell to Receive 35th Annual Four Pillar Award on October 10 On October 10, 2024, the Council for Quality Growth will honor the legacy of Herman J. Russell Sr. and the Russell Family with its 35th annual Four Pillar Tribute. This is the first time in the history of the Tribute that the living legacy of a family will be honored. The 2024 Tribute will recognize the lasting impact of family patriarch Herman and ongoing contributions of his three adult children, Donata Russell Ross, H.
Morehouse College President Dr. David A. Thomas Begins a New Chapter
Morehouse College President Dr. David A. Thomas announced his retirement after seven years of service. During his tenure, Morehouse was able to achieve substantial infrastructure investments; and the most funds have been raised among any president in Morehouse’s 157-year history. With over 30 years in higher education informing his vision, Dr. Thomas’s time in office has positioned Morehouse to exert even more profound influence in the 21st Century. After a period of rest, travel, and time with his family, he will join the Morehouse faculty and aid in
Cassius Butts Sets the Standard with ‘Exceptional: Being the Exception to the Rule’
While Cassius Butts has been a stellar steward for getting resources to the black business community, and a major player representing Black interests in high places, his interests extend far beyond just getting the money, as if that weren’t enough. The economics expert is a relentless advocate for identifying inequities and mitigating their damage in underserved communities. Butts is the founder of Capital Fortitude Business Advisors; a boutique management consulting firm that focuses on access to capital and business development endeavors. The savvy financial expert served in leadership
Danielle Jeter Takes Media and Marketing Seriously, Expanding Opportunities for Women
Corporate branding strategist and media and marketing expert, Danielle Jeter was front and center at the Black Enterprise; 's Disruptor conference held earlier this summer in Atlanta. The Spelman college alum and founder of AOI Events & PR providing a bevy of professional skills and services including; public relations, event production and marketing, brand consulting and social media strategy development to corporate and municipal clients in the robust Philadelphia, Atlanta and Miami, FL markets. A seasoned and savvy communicator, Jeter also helped found the non-profit Women In Media
Stacey Abrams takes aim at Project 2025 and Republican efforts to destroy DEI
Project 2025 will seek to change the trajectory of America, in a negative way. The proposed presidential transition project lays out a game plan for Donald Trump to enact during the first 180 days if re-elected president. Spearheaded by The Heritage Foundation, Project 2025 is led by two former Trump administration officials, Paul Dans and Spencer Chretien. Stacey Abrams recently took aim at Project 2025 and the consequences that it could have across the board. “What Project 2025 seeks to do is dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion in all its
Latoya Jordan, Attorney Turned Entrepreneur, Reveals How Marble Wines Celebrates The Brilliance And Resilience Of Women
With the 4th of July and countless other summer activities on the horizon, Marble Wines presents the ideal companion for wine lovers to savor while lounging by the pool or celebrating with family and friends. Co-founded by Latoya Jordan, Marble Wines is a minority and women-owned company that believes in and celebrates the brilliance and resilience of women. Latoya Jordan, an attorney by trade, ventured into the wine industry almost serendipitously. “Somehow or another, I got the reputation of being the fixer for my clients,” Jordan shared. One particular