Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has named Roz Brewer as CEO as of March 15, 2021, at which time she will also join the board of directors. This is a historic appointment. Ms. Brewer will be only the third African American female executive to lead a Fortune 500 company with WBA ranking Fortune #19. The announcement […]
Shawntae Harris, better known by her stage name “Da Brat,” is an American rap artist, profound writer, television and radio personality, executive producer, and actress. Harris attended Kenwood Academy and The Academy Of Scholastic Achievement where she played seven different instruments in band. Harris’ stage name was inspired because she was an only child and […]
Kim R. Ford serves as President and CEO of Martha’s Table. In her role, she oversees the execution of the organization’s mission – to support strong children, strong families, and strong communities. Every day, Martha’s Table stands alongside Washingtonians by operating nationally accredited education programs beginning at birth, fighting for food justice and increasing access […]
URBAN ONE HONORS CELEBRATES WOMEN LEADING THE CHANGE IN ITS ANNUAL COMMEMORATION OF BLACK EXCELLENCE HOSTED BY ERICA CAMPBELL AND ROLAND MARTIN SET TO AIR ON MAY 16 AT 9 PM ET/8C ON TV ONE AND CLEO TV Voting Rights Champion, Investigative Journalism Crusader, Health Equality Advocate, Business Alchemist, Family Needs Ambassador, Reparations Trailblazer, among […]
From Al B. Sure to Cathy Hughes and Billy Porter to Chanté Moore and more, here are some of our favorite looks from th e 2019 Urban One Honors.