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Houston Area Urban League’s 2024 Advancing Equity Luncheon

Houston Area Urban League’s 2024 Advancing Equity Luncheon

Join the Houston Area Urban League for HOUSTON IS READY, a pivotal conversation about the Future of Equity in Houston. The annual Advancing Equity luncheon will take place on June 21, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hilton Americas Hotel. This event serves as a cornerstone in bolstering the programming across our six pillars:…

GLISA Texas’ Global Leadership Investment Summit & Awards

GLISA Texas’ Global Leadership Investment Summit & Awards

GLISA Texas is hosting the Global Leadership Investment Summit & Awards Conference, which promotes trade, investment, and capacity building of countries. This event will bring together a diverse mix of successful global leaders and exceptional entrepreneurs to strengthen economic ties with various countries and global investors for a coalition to promote new ideas, policies and…

Knowledge, Skill, & Community: d-mars Introduces the 24 Industry Experts Online Directory
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Knowledge, Skill, & Community: d-mars Introduces the 24 Industry Experts Online Directory

d-mars is proud to present the 24 Industry Experts Online Directory, where we highlight some of the most reliable and notable specialists who are excelling in a specific domain while integrating their expertise to serve the community.

TWEF’s Sold-Out International Women’s Leadership Summit Featuring Tyra Banks Raises Over $300K for Scholarships
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TWEF’s Sold-Out International Women’s Leadership Summit Featuring Tyra Banks Raises Over $300K for Scholarships

The Texas Women’s Empowerment Foundation hosted its 20th Annual International Women’s Leadership Summit at Hotel ZaZa in the Museum District, co-chaired by founder Deavra Daughtry and philanthropist Reggie Van Lee. The sold-out event, featuring special guest Tyra Banks, raised over $300,000 for the TWEF Eagle Scholar Program, providing scholarships to deserving students.

Beauty, Purpose & Passion: Torsha Johnson Launches Shower Chique to Empower Women’s Beauty Routines
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Beauty, Purpose & Passion: Torsha Johnson Launches Shower Chique to Empower Women’s Beauty Routines

Being a wife, mother and first lady of Higher Dimension Church Houston are just a few things that Torsha Johnson is widely known for. For years, she has helped lead women of all ages as they grow in their relationship with God. This calling, which she has wholeheartedly embraced, is now being reflected in the beauty industry with the creation of the Shower Chique Shower Cap.

North Shore HS Educator Named HAABSE Outstanding Secondary Teacher of the Year
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North Shore HS Educator Named HAABSE Outstanding Secondary Teacher of the Year

Mrs. LaTisha Guillory, an English teacher at North Shore Senior High 10th Grade Center, was named the 2023 Houston Area Alliance Black School Educator (HAABSE) Outstanding Secondary Teacher of the Year for the entire Houston area in February 2024, a recognition given to educators who exemplify excellence in their field.

Franchising vs. Independent Small Businesses in the Restaurant Space
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Franchising vs. Independent Small Businesses in the Restaurant Space

Mark Norman, Managing Partner for SHMARK Restaurant Group, says that what he learned in his 10 years of franchising is that most people in our community want “exterior recognition, meaning their name on the building,” more so than franchising or having someone else’s name on the building.

Mason Makes Money Fund Celebrates National Financial Literacy Month With Money Management Events and Tips for Youth
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Mason Makes Money Fund Celebrates National Financial Literacy Month With Money Management Events and Tips for Youth

In observance of National Financial Literacy Awareness Month, Mason Makes Money Fund will be hosting several in-person and virtual events taking place throughout the month of April.

The Winners Circle Group of Texas: Leading the Mental Health Charge by Fostering Confidence Through Mentorship

The Winners Circle Group of Texas: Leading the Mental Health Charge by Fostering Confidence Through Mentorship

“Empowering Black men to embrace their potential as business leaders is not just about entrepreneurship; it’s about rewriting the narrative of success and inspiring generations to come.” ~ The Winners Circle Group of Texas During a conversation with the Winners Circle Group of Texas, Mack Montgomery and Reggie Barnes, opened up about their childhood experiences…