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Celebrating The Life of Harry C. Alford Jr — Obituary
President/CEO and Co-Founder of the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), Harry C. Alford Jr., transitioned Monday, December 6, in Washington, DC. He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Kay DeBow Alford, Vice President and Co-Founder of the National Black Chamber five months earlier.
The Fort Wayne Black Chamber of Commerce, Greater Fort Wayne create an alliance
GFW Inc. President and CEO John Urbahns, Black Chamber board president Ramadan Abdul-Azeez, and GFW Inc. board chair Beth Goldsmith on Nov. 29 signed a memoranda of understanding at what is now the address for both chambers.
Event — Oct 20, 2021 — Wealth Building in the 21st Century
The public is invited to this free event on October 20, 2021, at the Public Safety Academy to learn about “Wealth Building in the 21st Century.”
Event — Sept 15, 2021 — Government 101: Government’s Impact on Business
Often local, state and federal laws & regulations directly impact how business can be conducted. This panel discussion will allow for citizens to ask questions directly to local lawmakers.
Grand Ideas for Black Chamber
Ramadan Abdul-Azeez, the organization’s newly elected president, is eager to increase membership and modernize the chamber’s operations during the volunteer position’s three-year term.
Utopian Community Grocery’s Soft Opening – Southeast Fort Wayne
The grocery is the first phase from HANDS (Hope Arts Networking Diversity Service), a group of community investors (including Simmons), that will be bringing back a restaurant (but organic and healthy) and a salon in its subsequent phases.
Black Chamber Welcomes All Firms
Looking for members to fulfill initiatives People who care about diversity and inclusion in Fort Wayne should not let the name of the Black Chamber of Commerce deter them from
Closing The Racial Wage Gap In Fort Wayne
About 10 years ago, several black leaders in the Fort Wayne business community saw the need for a greater organization to help close the income and wealth gap, particularly for African Americans.
The Fort Wayne Black Chamber Of Commerce To Produce A New Black-owned Business Directory
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (Fort Wayne’s NBC) – The Fort Wayne Black Chamber of Commerce is producing a second directory of Black owned businesses and organizations in the area.
In Agreement: Stronger Together
The COVID-19 year has tested the four regional Chambers of Commerce and reinforced guiding principles inherent to their missions. The unique characteristic that bridges the four regional Chambers of Commerce
Firm opening southeast location
Legacy One Real Estate to build new offices. Linda Golden was among the first entrepreneurs to take up residence when the Atrium co-working space opened in 2016.
Redevelopment OKs project at old Southtown Mall site
The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission approved an agreement on Dec. 14 that will allow a developer to build on a vacant site at what is now called Southtown Crossing.
Mayor’s Breakfast Raises Funding For Deserving Students
UNCF (United Negro College Fund) Fort Wayne Leadership Council will host the annual Fort Wayne Mayor’s Breakfast
Fort Wayne Power Circle Celebrates Diversity & Inclusion
Demographic representation improved locally with the election of three African Americans, including two women, to the Fort Wayne City Council. But, participants in panel discussion at a Founders Spark Power Circle celebration said the city remains far from approaching what it could achieve by improving inclusiveness.
Northeast Indiana Organizations Launch Website Hub: FUSE NEI
A group of entrepreneur support organizations has launched a new platform to help businesses start and grow in northeast Indiana. The website, FuseNEI.com, was developed as a networking hub with the financial support of the Indiana Economic Development Corp., American Electric Power, Greater Fort Wayne Inc., the Knight Foundation and SEED Fort Wayne.
Southeast Side (Focused) Real Estate & Construction: Linda Golden and Legacy One, Inc.
As for the real estate, Linda Golden (Legacy One) does residential and commercial brokering. Closing on a residential sale usually within 30 days.
SPECIAL REPORT: How Minority Entrepreneurs Are Making South Calhoun Street The Place To Be
The Penta Center is home to a range of businesses, from Jay’s Essential Touch massage therapy to Capture Sports Agency, LLC to Miss Thelma Lou Russell, a well-known seamstress and owner of T-Lou Alterations.
Wendy Moyle, John Dortch win Champions of Change Awards
Wendy Moyle and John Dortch were named the inaugural winners of the Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Women’s Network Champions of Change Awards. The awards, which aim to celebrate those who mentor and empower women in Allen County, were announced at a luncheon Wednesday at The Charles Fort Wayne.
Superior Lofts included in affordable housing tour
Members of Fort Wayne’s Housing and Neighborhood Services Board, as well as Community Development leaders checked in on a handful of housing projects Tuesday. News Channel 15 went along, getting an inside look at Superior Lofts.
Why I Started Fort Wayne Ink Spot Newspaper: Publisher John P. Dortch
Fort Wayne Ink Spot will tell stories and report news across the areas of education, employment, and entrepreneurship, specifying the positive exploits of young people.
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