Who’s Who in Black Columbus
November 20, 2025
The Ohio State University
The Ohio Union, 1739 N. High Street,
Columbus, OH 43210
(Archie M. Griffin Grand Ballroom)
6pm Networking Reception
7pm Reveal Program and Dessert Reception
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About Who's Who in Black Columbus
Who’s Who In Black Columbus 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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DR. CARTER D. WOMACK
ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER, WHO'S WHO IN BLACK - COLUMBUS
He has a strong professional career having worked for leading companies in their industry, such as: The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, manager of diversity, Ryder Systems, Inc. director employee relations, Blockbuster, Inc vice president human resources, THE BLACK COLLEGIAN Magazine, senior vice president sales and marketing, Value City Department Stores, executive vice president of human resources , Viacom, Inc/Viacom Retail Stores, vice president of human resources and president and ceo. Leadership At Its Best.
