Frontier Development and Hospitality Group’s CEO Evens Charles Debuts Hyatt House Hotel in Nation’s Capital
The Frontier Development & Hospitality Group LLC, led by Washington, D.C. native Evens Charles, has officially opened the Hyatt House Washington DC Downtown Convention Center — a modern, 184-room extended-stay hotel in the culturally rich Shaw neighborhood. Managed by Donohoe Hospitality Services, the property sits just two blocks from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and brings apartment-style accommodations and vibrant community-oriented amenities to one of D.C.’s most dynamic neighborhoods. For Charles, this milestone is deeply personal. Born in Columbia Heights and raised in Petworth in the 1980s and 1990s,
Trump Targets Fed’s First Black Woman Governor, Triggering Legal and Economic Showdown
President Donald Trump’s attempt to fire Lisa Cook, one of the seven governors of the Federal Reserve, is the kind of constitutional clash that feels less like a personnel dispute and more like a test of American democracy. It forces us to confront a question we rarely have to ask so bluntly: where does presidential authority end, and where must institutional independence begin? Cook, appointed by President Joe Biden in 2022, is no stranger to breaking barriers. A daughter of Georgia, a Spelman graduate, former Michigan State University
Melvin M. Coleman, Atlanta Black Chambers President Shares Insights on Entrepreneurship During Black Business Month
Melvin M. Coleman, president and CEO of the Atlanta Black Chambers, joined podcast host Camry Brown to share how the chambers is empowering Black entrepreneurs to build lasting generational wealth and highlight key opportunities Black business owners should explore. During this impactful episode, Coleman reflects on Atlanta’s unique strength as a hub for Black entrepreneurship. He also underscores the significance of Black Business Month and how the chambers foster community connection and empowerment, extending their impact beyond business support. “Melvin’s insights remind us that our potential has no
Gabrielle Andrews Promoted to Vice President of Marketing for ATL Airport District Convention & Visitors Bureau
Andrews to Continue Decade-Long Tenure with the CVB, Spearheading Strategic Marketing and Brand Awareness for Atlanta’s Southside The ATL Airport District Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB), the destination marketing organization for the cities of College Park, Hapeville and Union City, Ga., today announced the promotion of Gabrielle “Gabby” Andrews to vice president of marketing. A decade-long member of the ATL Airport District Team, Andrews will continue to help refine the CVB’s marketing programming, which has evolved during her time with the organization and led to impressive reach, which contributed to
Celebrating Chicago’s Basketball Greats at NBA Legend Day
On the weekend of Aug. 23 - Aug. 24, Chicago Defender staff had the honor of attending the NBA Legend Day celebration at Pier 31 Restaurant in Chicago. Hosted by veteran NBA referee James “Bullet” Capers, the event paid tribute to the men who put Chicago basketball on the map and inspired generations to dream bigger. The evening was filled with heartfelt moments. Chicago’s very own poet, J. Ivy, delivered a powerful poem honoring the legends. His words captured the essence of perseverance, ambition, and resilience that defined
Legal Expert Jehan Crump-Gibson Pens New Book to Build and Preserve Generational Wealth
In her insightful and informative book A Matter of Life and Death: How to Handle Family Affairs During Illness and Death and Keep Probate Court Out of Your Business, attorney Jehan Crump-Gibson offers comprehensive and invaluable insights on the importance of estate planning, particularly focusing on the African American experience. She addresses common misconceptions about estate planning, highlighting that anyone — not just the wealthy — needs a plan. The asset and property probate expert emphasizes the critical role of real estate in wealth transmission and the need
Linda Hannah Named 2025 National Career Mastered Top Entrepreneurial Woman to Watch
Linda Hannah, a Detroit-born speaker, author, and mindset mentor, has been named one of Career Mastered Magazine’s 2025 National Top Entrepreneurial Women to Watch. The recognition, announced this week, honors 35 women across the country who are leading change through business innovation, industry leadership, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Hannah, founder of Linda Hannah Speaks, was selected for her commitment to empowering women through storytelling, mindset development, and personal transformation. Career Mastered CEO and Publisher Dr. Lisa J. Lindsay Wicker described the honorees as catalysts for progress in a shifting economic
Nothing stops Kahlil Darden: Champion of Young Black Kings and Queens
Kahlil Darden is the force behind Young Black Motivated Kings and Queens. He’s a 2019 Penn Hills High School graduate, a 2024 Clark Atlanta University graduate, and tireless community voice for the youth and young adults of the region. He also received the New Pittsburgh Courier’s Fab 40 under 40 award on May 9, as part of the Class of 2025. He’s just 24 years old. He’s doing a lot and going places - fast. And, just when they say there’s nothing for the kids to do in
Mariah Stackhouse is a Driving Force for Minority Women in LPGA
Is there any club more closed to Black women than professional golf? The answer is yes
Dr. Daren Ellerbee Named CEO of Pittsburgh Scholar House
The New Pittsburgh Courier has learned that Dr. Daren Ellerbee has been appointed the new Chief Executive Officer of Pittsburgh Scholar House. Pittsburgh Scholar House (PSH) is an affiliate of the Family Scholar House based in Louisville, Ky. A respected leader and Pittsburgh native, Dr. Ellerbee most recently served as the head of the Pittsburgh Innovation Team for the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins in Maryland. In her new role, she will focus on elevating and expanding PSH as a critical leader and resource within the