Author: Yaw Agbey
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The historic moment when Pamela A. Smith became the first Black female Chief of the D.C. Police. Discover her steadfast leadership spanning a renowned career and her commitment to addressing pressing public safety needs while restoring community trust.
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The inspiring journey of Shaun ‘Lucky’ Corbett, the first African American to own 3 barbershops inside Walmart stores. From overcoming a checkered past to becoming a business pioneer, his story highlights resilience, community outreach, and entrepreneurial achievement.
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The remarkable journey of Hana S. Sharif, the first Black artistic director of Arena Stage, as she takes on the leadership role at this renowned theater company. Explore her long-held dream, seasoned leadership, and commitment to evolving theater…
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The inspiring story of Warnique West, the first Black female to lead Washington D.C.’s winter weather response as Snow Coordinator. Discover her courageous leadership, around-the-clock monitoring, and meticulous coordination efforts to keep the capital city safe during snow…
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The inspiring journey of Henry Parks Jr., the founder of Parks Sausage Company. From humble beginnings in Baltimore to becoming the largest Black-owned food processing company in the US, Parks blazed trails in entrepreneurship and corporate America.
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The remarkable story of Dr. Marguerite Ross Barnett, the first Black woman to become president of a major research university, the University of Houston.
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The inspiring story of Nichole Ashley Moss, who opened Soulful Strands, Corvallis’s first Black-owned beauty supply store, to fill a gap in natural hair care offerings. Explore how Moss’s vision promotes appreciation of Black hair and culture while…
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The inspiring journey of Sharone Johnson, Philadelphia’s first Black female K-9 sergeant, as she breaks barriers and makes history alongside her loyal canine partner, Red.
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The historic appointment of Dwayne Preston as Bowie’s first Black police chief, marking a milestone in Maryland’s law enforcement history.
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Cherelle Parker becomes Philadelphia’s first Black woman mayor, breaking barriers and paving the way for future leaders.
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