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Mya smith-edmonds

Mya smith-edmonds

2021 LIVING LEGEND Mya Smith-Edmonds, a native of Houston, Texas, is the first female African-American next generation McDonald’s owner/operator, owning seven McDonald’s restaurants in Central Indiana. She serves as a board member for the Greater Indiana Operators, president and secretary of the Central Indiana Black McDonald’s Operators Association and has earned the Trailblazer Award for…

iGE JOHNSON

iGE JOHNSON

2021 SUPER TRAILBLAZER Ige Johnson is a celebrated broker and owner of RE/MAX Generation which was awarded the RE/MAX of Texas 2016 Rookie Office of the Year. Ige is a RE/MAX Hall of Famer and a Houston Top 100 REALTOR with 16+ years of experience in the real estate industry. Ige was proudly honored as…

Harry L. Smith

Harry L. Smith

2021 LIVING LEGEND Harry L. Smith is a restaurant owner/operator of 17 restaurants in the Central Division/Indianapolis region.  Harry is an OPNAD national marketing representative on behalf of the National NBMOA, OPNAD by-law/process team member, past national value council representative, past Central Division place team lead, past DLC member, past NLC place team (member of…

Thelma Scott

Thelma Scott

2021 LIVING LEGEND Thelma Scott, affectionately known as “Mama Scott,” is the founder and CEO of the Barbara Jordan Endeavors Corporation (BJEC), an organization discovering students with “unique abilities” throughout school districts in Houston and the Gulf Coast. She is a dedicated and passionate advocate for people with disabilities. Scott’s first appointment as an advocate…

Cutting-edge curriculum: How to fight underrepresentation in computer science
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Cutting-edge curriculum: How to fight underrepresentation in computer science

by d-mars.com News Provider These days, computer science is important. Really important. Nearly every part of our lives is influenced by computers. So, why is diversity in this field still so hard to find? The problem starts early. According to the College Board, in spite of comprising 15% of the American high school student body,…

Mayor Sylvester Turner Announces HPD Executive Assistant Chief Troy Finner as New Chief of Police
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Mayor Sylvester Turner Announces HPD Executive Assistant Chief Troy Finner as New Chief of Police

Mayor Sylvester Turner recently announced the appointment of Houston native and 31-year Houston Police Department veteran, Executive Assistant Chief Troy Finner, as the City of Houston’s next Police Chief. Chief Finner began his career with the Houston Police Department in 1990 and has worked in every aspect of the department, serving the citizens of Houston…

Pay Our Interns: Pay and Racial Disparities are Still Rampant in Congressional Internships
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Pay Our Interns: Pay and Racial Disparities are Still Rampant in Congressional Internships

Today, Pay Our Interns, a non-profit committed to ensuring all people—especially people of color and of low-income backgrounds—have equitable access to professional career paths, released its latest report which reveals unequal economic and racial representation continues among paid Congressional interns, with 76% of interns being white. Who Congress Pays: Analysis of Lawmakers’ Use of Intern Allowances…

Golden Globe Winner Idris Elba Signs Multi-Book Deal With HarperCollins Children’s Books
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Golden Globe Winner Idris Elba Signs Multi-Book Deal With HarperCollins Children’s Books

Iconic and multi-award-winning actor, musician, filmmaker, and activist Idris Elba has signed a global multi-book deal with HarperCollins to publish a range of children’s books launching in 2022. In a major UK/US co-publication deal, world rights were acquired by Ann-Janine Murtagh, Executive Publisher, HCCB UK, and Suzanne Murphy, President and Publisher, HCCB US, from Crystal Mahey-Morgan at OWN IT! Entertainment Ltd….

Dove Men+Care Celebrates Black Men On and Off the Court with March Madness® Off Court Champs Campaign
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Dove Men+Care Celebrates Black Men On and Off the Court with March Madness® Off Court Champs Campaign

According to new research from Dove Men+Care, when shown an image of a Black man, white men are most likely to describe him as an athlete over any other profession.1 That is why this March Madness®, as a continuation of the Commit to C.A.R.E. Now initiative, Dove Men+Care is spotlighting the multidimensional stories of former…

5 key money moves to consider when transitioning out of the military
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5 key money moves to consider when transitioning out of the military

by d-mars.com News Provider Each year, approximately 200,000 men and women transition from the U.S. military to civilian life.1 It can be a dramatic life change with financial implications that many people don’t realize or plan for. Much attention is given to accessing healthcare, transitioning careers and pursuing educational opportunities, but the adjustments to your…

Don’t Be a Fool This April 1: Celebrate ‘4/01(k) Day’ Instead
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Don’t Be a Fool This April 1: Celebrate ‘4/01(k) Day’ Instead

by d-mars.com News Provider April Fool’s Day is just around the corner. Even in today’s socially-distanced environment, people are sure to attempt a few pranks to mark the day. As in normal years, the majority will be silly, some will be hilarious, while others will fall flat. This year, try something different and celebrate 4/01(k)…

National Dental Association Foundation And Colgate-Palmolive Establish “Audacity To Dream” Scholarship Program To Encourage And Assist African American Dental Students
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National Dental Association Foundation And Colgate-Palmolive Establish “Audacity To Dream” Scholarship Program To Encourage And Assist African American Dental Students

In a continuing commitment to address racial disparities in oral health, the National Dental Association Foundation (NDAF) and Colgate-Palmolive Company announce the creation of the “Audacity to Dream” scholarship program for African Americans pursuing careers in dentistry. Students currently enrolled in dental school and demonstrating success in areas such as leadership, community service, and research…

The Entertainment Software Association Announces $1 Million Initiative To Support Black Girls CODE Through Its Philanthropic Foundation
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The Entertainment Software Association Announces $1 Million Initiative To Support Black Girls CODE Through Its Philanthropic Foundation

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today announced a $1 million, multi-year initiative with its philanthropic arm, the ESA Foundation, and Black Girls CODE (BGC) to support educational and mentoring programs for girls and young women interested in technology. The initiative boosts BGC’s mission of teaching coding and technology skills to one million girls and young…

U.S. Bank Launches New Approach to Build Wealth and Create Access for Diverse Communities
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U.S. Bank Launches New Approach to Build Wealth and Create Access for Diverse Communities

By NNPA U.S. Bank recently announced details of its U.S. Bank Access Commitment, a long-term approach bringing the strengths of U.S. Bancorp Community Development Corporation (USBCDC), corporate social responsibility and its business lines, to help build wealth while redefining how the bank serves diverse communities and provides more opportunities for diverse employees. Access Commitment will…

The Executive Leadership Council Increases Educational Scholarships To $1 Million Dollars In Support Of Black College Students
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The Executive Leadership Council Increases Educational Scholarships To $1 Million Dollars In Support Of Black College Students

The Executive Leadership Council (ELC), the pre-eminent membership organization committed to increasing the number of global Black executives in C-suites, on corporate boards and in global enterprises, will offer $1 million in scholarships for Black undergraduate students in 2021, for which scholarship applications are now being accepted. Through the generous support of 15 corporate partners, The ELC…

6 Ways to Tell If You Have Enough Life Insurance
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6 Ways to Tell If You Have Enough Life Insurance

by d-mars.com News Provider If we’ve learned anything from 2020, it’s that life can be unpredictable. Having sufficient life insurance can provide financial stability and security to loved ones during times of uncertainty. Forty-one million Americans say they need life insurance but don’t have it, according to LIMRA’s 2020 Insurance Barometer Study. Others are insured…