“There’s a choice we have to make as people, as individuals, if you want to be great at something. You have to make the inherent sacrifices that come along with that.” – Kobe Bryant
The 2025 Top 50 Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs of Texas Awards Gala, d-mars.com’s annual celebration dedicated to celebrating Black excellence, innovation, and the remarkable achievements of professionals and entrepreneurs across the state of Texas, was nothing short of amazing.
The d-mars.com team and guests came together to honor the trailblazers who have excelled in their respective fields and have used their tenacity, unwavering commitment, and vision to inspire others to dream bigger dreams and work harder for the things they desire to achieve.
This event has allowed us to extend a proper platform for successful businesses and businesses seeking to grow. Top 50 P&E is an excellent opportunity to give our local professionals and entrepreneurs the accolades they deserve for their noble achievements in the industry and their contributions to the community.
At d-mars.com, we are committed to uplifting and amplifying the voices of Black professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs who are breaking barriers, creating opportunities, and shaping the future. Each honoree represents the brilliance, resilience, and innovation that continue to drive progress in our communities.
The categories for the honorees are as follows:
Up & Coming: Under five years of experience
Top P&E: Five to 20 years of experience
Trailblazer: P&E who is a pioneer/first in their field/industry
Super P&E: 20+ years experience
Community Hero: P&E who makes extraordinary contributions to the community
Living Legend: P&E selected by their peers for showing significant achievement in their field
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“What an extreme honor it was to be recognized by d-mars, Attorney Ricky Anderson and Congressman Al Green at the Top 50 Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs of Texas Awards Gala. It was a wonderful evening and a signature first-class d-mars event! In these strange times we are experiencing, it is extremely reassuring to see how our community continues to acknowledge, uplift and celebrate excellence! I also want to thank the d-mars team for their commitment to creating a path to success for our young professionals and entrepreneurs. I’m already looking forward to celebrating the new class of Top 50 P&E next year!” – Pamela B. McKay, VP/Market Manager of Urban One/Radio One Houston, Super Trailblazer and Attorney Ricky Anderson Entertainment Legacy Award Recipient
“I am truly honored to be recognized by d-mars as one of the Top 50 Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs of Texas. This prestigious celebration of Black excellence was nothing short of extraordinary—an event only d-mars could curate, bringing together some of the most accomplished Black professionals and entrepreneurs in the Greater Houston area. The atmosphere was both professional and welcoming, making everyone feel like family. My team and I were deeply inspired by the caliber of individuals in the room, and we will forever be grateful for the experience. I look forward to future events and the continued impact of d-mars in our community.” –Warren Broadnax, Co-Founder of She’s Happy Hair, Community Hero
“Being part of this unforgettable night of Black excellence was an honor beyond words. We are truly humbled and grateful to have been recognized in such a remarkable way. It was an evening that celebrated greatness, and we are proud to have been a part of it!” –Tiffany Thibodeaux, CEO of Thibodeaux Realty Group, Up & Coming P&E
“I am incredibly honored to be recognized as a 2025 Top 50 P&E honoree by Keith ‘MR. D-MARS’ Davis, Sr. This award is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our team at A Hug Away as we continue our mission to provide compassionate care to those in need. Being surrounded by such inspiring leaders at the event was truly humbling, and I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to our community in a meaningful way. Thank you to d-mars.com for this recognition and for celebrating excellence in business and service!” – Marisa Williams, Owner of A Hug Away, Inc., Top P&E
