About Who's Who in Black Chicago
Who’s Who In Black Chicago celebrates local African American achievement in various industries such as business, politics, tech, sports, entertainment, and more. Stay connected with us to find out about our upcoming programming and events.
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Maurice Fears Sr. named new executive director of 125-year-old Chicagoland nonprofit
Off The Street Club recently announced the appointment of Maurice Fears, Sr. as its new Executive Director, effective August 3,...
Read moreClifford Pointer III shocks sports world, makes history at AAU Junior Olympic Games
An 8-year-old Chicago track athlete is drawing national attention after delivering a record-setting performance at the 2026 AAU Junior Olympic...
Read moreNorth Lawndale College Prep CEO Jemia Cunningham-Elder Named to Class of Leadership Greater Chicago Signature Fellows
Jemia Cunningham-Elder, Chief Executive Officer of North Lawndale College Prep, has been selected to join the 2027 Class of Signature...
Read moreOff The Street Club Names Maurice Fears, Sr. as New Executive Director
25-Year Nonprofit Veteran Brings Deep Chicago Roots and Proven Youth Development Track Record to the Organization Off The Street Club...
Read moreWNBA founding player Rushia Brown still a winner and key player
As the basketball world gathered in Chicago this week for WNBA All-Star Week, founding player Rushia Brown hosted her signature...
Read moreMERRY GREEN
ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER, WHO'S WHO IN BLACK - CHICAGO
Merry Green is the President of MGPG Events, Inc. and the Creator & Founder of “The Black Women’s Expo” (BWe) in Chicago, and other urban markets. The Black Women’s Expo is the nation’s longest running empowerment exposition for the African American consumer having just celebrated an amazing 25 year milestone!






