Diversity In Downtown - The Dollars and Sense of Urban Revitalization featuring Rev. Dr. Floyd H. Flake
Symposium Topics:
High Energy Prices + a Tight Economy = Urban Revitalization
The magnitude of this issue cannot be understated. It is transforming: workforce commuting patterns and access to workers; business location priorities from lower cost locations to denser locations closer to markets and distribution channels; and where and how people play and consume. Balancing diversity within Downtown gives us a competitive advantage.
Playmaking: When Black and White Makes Green
A showcase of notable Downtown development projects and investment strategies by a minority businesses and majority partners. Importance of joint ventures and strategic alliances in large projects.
Overcoming Fear: Tips to Survive a Wild Market
Developers will discuss the importance of understanding the development cycle and economic market when making key business decisions.
Legacy, Transition, Succession: Balancing Business and Family
Few businesses survive generational transfer. How does the entrepreneur derive strategies to turn over the reins and balance what is best for the business while keeping a family together? Hear from companies that have gone through it and consultants that can assist.
Confirmed Panelists:
Kirby Fowler, Downtown Partnership of Baltimore, Inc.
Kim Clark, Baltimore Development Corporation
Carla Nelson, Mayors Office of Minority Business Development
Ken Banks, Banks Contracting
Stan Carlatt, Hensel Phelps
Larry White, Struever Bros., Eccles & Rouse
Desa Sealy-Ruffin, Gotham Development LLC
Richard Naing, RWN Development Group
Wendy Blair, WL Blair Development LLC
Marilynn Duker,The Shelter Group
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Imani's Faith: Swagger on a Hundred Thousand Trillion:
There is a new epidemic that has landed in the Hip Hop community. It seems as though everyone has a boost of confidence. This particular boost is called Swagger also known as ‘swagga’ and better known as ‘swag’. You might have heard the term used in several songs such as “Turn my Swag on” and “Swag Surfing’”. Read in Full >>
Imani's Faith: Baltimore's Got Talent:
In the midst of lies, deceit, crime, and violence, Baltimore’s youth prove that there is hope for this city. I was able to witness four very talented youth come into the WOLB station and bless the city with their voices. It made me feel hopeful to know that my faith for the improvement of Baltimore is not in vain. Read in Full >>
BMORE's BEST Summer Talent Showcase on WOLB 1010 AM with Doni Glover:
It's official! For the next few weeks, there will be a summer talent showcase on WOLB 1010 AM with Doni Glover on Tuesdays from 10 to 11 am. The cost is FREE. So, sing your heart out! Interested parties should contact Leamon Best at 410.383.8334.
Sponsors include www.bmorenews.com, Leamon Best and LAB Productions, David Miller, and the Urban Leadership Institute.
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Guest Editorial: The Poetics Of Political Thinking:
I didn’t realize until I received many emails after the first posting that a person being passionate about the arts and politics in equal measure was such a rarity. In fact, I thought it common knowledge that the two were connected indefinitely. I thought it appropriate that this be my post for the year because it will set the platform for the articles that will follow in weeks to come. I was invited to write here because I am an Independent, as I explained before. I am an Independent because of my understanding of America and its purpose. The arts and philosophy have helped to shape those ideas for me just as they did our founding fathers. Read in Full >>
TGR: BET: "Big Ass Chain"? Enough Is Enough!:
BET, in my best estimation, is a profit-driven entity like any other business. However, black America deserves so much more. BET depicts black people as savages with animalistic and materialistic ambitions. BET, from my perspective, condones drug dealing and orgies, popping bottles and partying, and avoids the true beauty of the black experience in America. Somewhere along the line, some industry executives have told our young and beautiful artists that in order to make money, they have to be murderous thugs, whores and prostitutes. Read in Full >>