Author: Ebenezer Agbey Quist
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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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The inspiring journey of Shaun “Lucky” Corbett, who established Da Lucky Spot, the first Black-owned barbershop inside a Walmart in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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The remarkable journey of Phillip A. Washington, the first African American CEO of Denver International Airport. Explore his ambitious Vision 100 plan, $10 billion capital improvement program, and commitment to sustainability.
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The trailblazing journey of Maynard Jackson, Atlanta’s first Black mayor, who reshaped the city’s politics and community. Explore his legacy of progressive leadership, civil rights activism, and enduring impact on Atlanta and beyond.
Recent Posts
- Wilmington Honors Dr. Velma Scantlebury-White, the Nation’s First Black Female Transplant Surgeon, for a Trailblazing Career in Medicine
- David Blackwell Paved the Way as the First Black Scholar in the National Academy of Sciences, Revolutionizing Game Theory and Statistics
- How Thomas Jennings Pioneered Dry Cleaning and Became the First Black American to Secure a U.S. Patent
- Vivica A. Fox Blazed a Trail as Hollywood’s First Black Female U.S. President in a Live-Action Film—A Milestone That Still Inspires!
- Edward McKnight Brawley, the First Black Graduate of Bucknell, Opened Doors for Generations of Black Scholars 150 Years Ago
