Sasha Obama Graduates In Style From The University Of Southern California
Sasha Obama graduated from the University of Southern California on May 12. The 21-year-old made the class of 2023 by completing her degree in sociology after transferring from the University of Michigan in 2022.
It was all pomp and circumstance for the youngest Obama in charge. As she made her way across the stage during the graduation ceremony, Sasha received “universal cheers from the crowd,” the Los Angeles Times reported. This was to be expected due to the former first daughter’s high profile; many watched her grow up over the course of her father’s eight years as the President of the United States.
The crowd included her parents, Barack and Michelle, and her elder sister, Malia, who graduated Harvard University in 2021.
TMZ shared video of the graduate walking in line with her graduating class as well as images of Sasha looking proud in her cap and gown and other graduation regalia that included an abundant lei of flowers around her neck. Leis are often given during graduation as a symbol of honor, achievement, well wishes into the future. Leis are also ornamental in Hawaii, and may have been worn by Sasha to pay homage to her father’s birth place in Honolulu, and to her paternal grandmother.
Pictures of the former first family surfaced across the internet much to the delight of social media. Twitter users were more than giving when it came to congratulatory comments for Sasha and compliments for the family’s fashion sense.
Barack and Michelle were photographed walking hand-in-hand. The former president was suited in gray and the forever first lady wore a black tulle dress. Malia both wore a neutral number, and she and her mother wore their hair in braids.
‘Love Is Blind’s’ SK Went From Reality Star To Startup Investor Helping African Women in Tech
If you’re a fan of Netflix’s Emmy-nominated reality series Love Is Blind, then you’re most likely familiar with Sikiru “SK” Alagbada, the season 3 star who went from champion to villain after he turned down Raven Ross at the alter and was later accused of cheating during their relationship.
But there’s a lot more to the Nigerian native than what was portrayed on Netflix. We did get insight into the MBA program he completed in California, but little was revealed about SK’s post-graduation plans.
In addition to his time on the show, SK, one of the most talked-about cast members of season 3, previously served as the president of the Africa Business Club, and the co-chair of LAUNCH, Berkeley’s in-house accelerator program for promising startups within the university’s ecosystem. He also is a 2023 MBA graduate from the University of California at Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, where he focused on technology, entrepreneurship, and venture capital.
Now with graduation behind him and a degree in hand, SK is gearing up for the launch of his private equity company, Search Fund. Through the fund, SK will work to acquire an existing SaaS business, which he will then operate as the CEO.
Courtesy of Sikiru “SK” Alagbada, Credit: photographer Brittany Hosea-Small
Speaking exclusively with BLACK ENTERPRISE, SK opened up about his journey to break into the tech industry, which included getting into an Ivy League graduate school with a full scholarship. As a native of Nigeria, SK is passionate about the growing tech ecosystem in Africa and emerging markets and shared his plans to invest in African women in tech.
What was your journey like to break into tech?
My journey into tech dates back almost two decades and started in Lagos, Nigeria. I was a teenager on summer break, and my brother’s friend asked me to help out at his cell phone store. I ended up starting my first business later that year, an online application service that helped people submit foreign college applications rather than mailing them. I then attended medical school in Nigeria for one year before leaving in 2007 when my university went on strike due to unpaid professor salaries.
I lived in Poland for two years before moving to the United States in 2009. I attended undergrad at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, and a summer internship working on Healthcare.gov as part of the Obamacare project helped me decide on tech as a career choice. Right after Baylor, I moved to Austin to join General Motors as an entry-level data engineer, where I learned the ropes. I then took on a more senior role at JP Morgan in Dallas, Texas, where I lived before moving to the Bay Area in 2021.
How did getting accepted into an Ivy League graduate school with a full scholarship feel?
I am very fortunate to be a recipient of the Consortium Fellowship to attend business school at UC Berkeley. This merit-based scholarship allows people from under-represented groups to attend top business schools in the country without the financial burden that comes with it. I did not get accepted when I first applied, but I re-took the GRE exam and applied again.
I still remember the day I finally got the call and realized I would be moving to California after over 12 years in Texas. Just like several other major life decisions I have made, it was another “stepping out of my comfort zone” moment, and I am glad I took the leap. I have also spent a great deal of my extra-curricular hours coaching others to achieve this same goal. I served as the VP of Careers for the Black Business Students’ Association, and I occasionally review applications and résumés and perform interview prep with prospective students. These are opportunities that are often not available to us, and to whom much is given, much is expected.
Courtesy of Sikiru “SK” Alagbada, Credit: photographer Brittany Hosea-Small
What were your initial plans before obtaining your degree, and how will they change after graduation?
I came into the MBA program after a seven-year data engineering career, looking to acquire non-technical skills that will help me understand the business of technology. For example, I had never taken an accounting, finance, or marketing class before. No matter how great a piece of technology is, someone still needs to sell it; customers need to use it, derive value, and pay for it. These are people skills that most engineers usually do not focus on, and I wanted to be that person who understands both sides—technical and business.
The MBA program at the University of California’s Haas School of Business has helped me achieve that goal and post-graduation, I will be going into a career that allows me to utilize both skill sets as an entrepreneur, an investor, and as a technology leader.
Did your portrayal on Love Is Blind help or hinder your career in tech?
I filmed LIB right before moving to the Bay Area for grad school, and I had to keep the whole thing a secret from everyone, including my classmates, for over a year, so I really enjoyed flying under the radar for more than half of my time here. When the show premiered last October, being on a college campus every day definitely put me in the spotlight. I also get recognized at events or even when randomly walking around San Francisco.
This was a brand new territory for me, and I honestly did not know how to navigate it at the time. Being on a reality show like LIB means people only get to know a highly edited version of you from a narrative that suits the production of an award-winning TV show that comes with a good amount of drama. When people get to know me better and understand my background and personality, the conversation quickly moves away from the ‘SK from LIB’ to ‘SK the data engineer’ who is passionate about investing in Africa, creating opportunities for others, and who still cannot swim to save his own life.
Courtesy of Sikiru “SK” Alagbada, Credit: photographer Brittany Hosea-Small
How do you feel about the tech ecosystem in Africa/emerging markets?
When I left Nigeria in 2007, the tech industry was still very nascent, and things were rapidly evolving. This was a similar time to the US dotcom boom experienced in the 90s. In the last 15 years, however, the African tech ecosystem has grown significantly, producing several unicorns (tech companies valued at over $ 1 billion) like Andela, Chipper Cash, and Flutterwave. Last year, $5.5 billion of venture capital went into Africa, a number that has almost doubled YoY. The case is similar for other emerging markets like LATAM and MENA.
Although the future looks bright for African tech, I do hope the ecosystem does a better job of being more open, supportive, and welcoming of female founders. African women are already structurally (and culturally) disadvantaged, and there needs to be a more intentional effort to provide access to capital and mentorship for them. Despite these challenges, I think we have a unique opportunity to rewrite the rules and not repeat the same mistakes as Silicon Valley. Statistics also show that women-led startups outperform their male-led counterparts, so this is not just a moral choice; it is also a financially sound one that every fund manager should be making. For example, I partner with an organization called We-Tech (@wetechofficial), a non-profit community of 2,000+ African women founders and engineers that help them raise capital to grow their startups and develop technical skills to get placed at top tech companies.
What advice do you have for entrepreneurs working to raise money as a startup?
The venture capital market is currently going through a tumultuous period, and new investments are down 53% in Q1 of 2023. This was a much-needed shakeout. Valuations were getting unreasonably high without enough revenue or profitability to support them.
In an industry where Black and female founders often face so many barriers when raising money, this means naturally, we already prioritize key metrics like profitability, customer retention, and recurring revenue, and the rest of the market is playing catch up. Focus on your superpowers as a product and as a founder. This can be our opportunity to shine after all!
Country Star Jimmie Allen Sued By Former Manager for Assault and Sexual Abuse
Country music star Jimmie Allen is responding to the “deeply troubling and hurtful” lawsuit filed by his former manager accusing him of sexual assault and harassment.
On Thursday, the Grammy-nominated multiplatinum-selling country music star was named in a lawsuit filed by his former manager, identified as Jane Doe, Varietyreports. According to the alleged victim, the abuse lasted for 18 months, including several instances where Allen allegedly forced himself onto her and abused her.
Details of the alleged assaults are disturbing, with Allen accused of forcefully taking the former manager’s virginity following a March 2021 appearance on American Idol. The victim alleges she woke up inside her hotel room the next day, naked in severe pain and bleeding vaginally, with no recollection of what happened the night before.
She claims Allen was lying beside her in bed and told her she needed to take a Plan B pill. Jane Doe says she felt like she betrayed her religious faith.
“I was disconnected from my body, feeling a sense of panic,” she said. The alleged victim claims while disoriented, she remembers Allen saying, “‘I’ve been thinking about this for so long.’”
“He held me in place. At that point, any physical will was just out the door. I was pretty much paralyzed,” Jane Doe claims.
However, according to Allen, their relationship was consensual, and no sexual assault or harassment occurred.
“It is deeply troubling and hurtful that someone I counted as one of my closest friends, colleagues, and confidants would make allegations that have no truth to them whatsoever,” Allen said in a statement.
“I acknowledge that we had a sexual relationship — one that lasted for nearly two years.”
“During that time, she never once accused me of any wrongdoing, and she spoke of our relationship and friendship as being something she wanted to continue indefinitely,” he continued. “Only after things ended between us did she hire a lawyer to reach out and ask for money, which leads me to question her motives. The simple fact is, her accusations are not only false but also extremely damaging.”
The singer, who achieved three No. 1 singles on the Billboard Country Airplay and won the CMA Award for New Artist of the Year in 2021, plans to fight the claims to save his name and brand.
“I’ve worked incredibly hard to build my career, and I intend to mount a vigorous defense to her claims and take all other legal action necessary to protect my reputation,” he said.
News of the lawsuit comes weeks after Allen announced his separation from his wife Alexis, Peoplereports. He and Alexis share daughters Zara James, 18 months, and Naomi Bettie, 3, and are expecting their third child together. He is also father to son Aadyn, 8, from a previous relationship.
Scammer Makes Thousands Selling ‘Leaked’ Frank Ocean Tracks Made Using AI
We might be nearing the “I Am Legend” era of artificial intelligence after one scammer raked in thousands selling fake AI-generated Frank Ocean tracks.
Fans are speaking out after realizing they paid for leaked Frank Ocean songs that were actually made using AI, Vicereports. The culprit sold the fake Ocean tracks to a Discord community of underground music collectors willing to buy tracks they believe are leaks from their favorite artists.
The die-hard fan clubs will even participate in “group buys” on Discord to crowdsource the necessary funds to purchase the song. This is where the alleged scammer saw their opportunity with the Frank Ocean fans desperate for new and unreleased music from the “Novacane” singer.
Gamma, the owner of a Discord server that collects rare Frank Ocean songs, sent a server-wide announcement earlier this month letting group members know the leaked tracks were “fake.”
“We determined just about everything he has is fake,” Gamma wrote.
The scam is the latest development in AI’s major impact on the music industry. Last week, award-winning producer Timbaland came under fire after teasing a Notorious B.I.G. feature he made using AI.
“I gotta share something I’ve been working on because I always wanted to do this, and I never got a chance to,” Timbaland said in an Instagram video. “I always wanted to work with Big, and I never got a chance to — until today. It came out right! Play!”
Timbaland went on to play a song that featured a voice similar to the late rap legend but a bit distorted. The “Promiscuous” hitmaker played the snippet after telling fans he was coming up with a “solution” to combat AI’s possible takeover of the music industry.
“Alright, so, I’m sitting here with my brother, Creatr God, and we know that it’s a lot of talk about AI, and we know how the feelings of violating certain things,” Timbaland explained. “But let me tell you something: I got a solution, I’m working on it. It’s gon’ be beneficial to everybody.”
There remains a growing concern over the huge threat AI-generated music could be to artists and record labels with its ability to copy the voice and style of anyone, including superstars. Last month major labels like Universal Music Group started asking streaming platforms to ban the upload of AI-generated music, Varietyreports.
America’s Wealthiest Black County to Launch Its First Ever Federal Credit Union Charter
Troy Smith, Founder and CEO of G1 Commercial Mortgage and the United States Economic Right Coalition (USERC), announces the first national crowdfunding effort for Charles County, Maryland’s first ever Federal Credit Union Charter.
Charles County has been named as the wealthiest African American county in the United States, yet a recent disparity study released in July 2021 by Griffin & Strong P.C. in Atlanta Georgia has uncovered an alarming procurement disparity showing that of the $301,355,727 spent by the county during fiscal years 2015 through 2019 92.87% went to white owned businesses while just 2.16% went to African American businesses, despite African Americans making up more than 50% of the county population. African American businesses and households are also either not funded or under funded by the large banks and out-of-county credit unions, leading to a lack of competitive opportunity which a properly funded business enjoys.
Smith comments, “It is time that the wealthiest African American community takes a stand and illustrates to the entire country how there is power in the hands of the average African American person when as a people we pool our economic resources. African Americans as a people collectively are richer than ever nation in the world except two—the United States and China. As a people, African Americans bring in $4.9 trillion annually. If we can find a way to arouse the conscious of the everyday African American person, we can change the economic landscape of our country forever. We, as a people, are helped to our knees but never to our feet. Unless we can create and control the vehicles that collect, store, and distribute the wealth of our communities. Too many of us will always live and toil in poverty. We must take control of our wealth.”
He adds, “However, controlling our wealth means that we need to control the economic vehicles that produce wealth. The financial institutions that our dollars are deposited into, use our dollars to finance other businesses, while telling us that we do not qualify. It is a fact that without our deposits, those gargantuan financial institutions wouldn’t qualify to lend our dollars to other businesses. The power lies in the hands of the people.”
Smith along with seven other concerned Charles County residents have begun the Federal Credit Union chartering process. The plan is to pool the wealth of the African Americans in Charles County and begin to invest through funding dollars back into the people and businesses in which those dollars belong. This is just one step in a large vision known as Operation TOOFI, (The Opening Of Financial Institutions). As a people we can guarantee that we are economically supported without the need of any government hand out. We have the power to change it right now and quickly.
The crowdfunding campaign is seeking to raise $10 million by receiving $100 from 100,000 people. Once Charles County is successful with establishing its first ever African American owned credit union, it will create a mentorship program and begin assisting with the launch of other African American owned credit unions all across the country. “We must move to a new movement. Civil Rights are established. They still need to be enhanced and protected, but we must move on to Economic Rights and a decent way of life for our communities,” Smith says.
Ava Duvernay and Warner Television End Overall Deal
Ava Duvernay and Warner Television are calling it quits on their overall five-year deal.
The overall deal ends on May 31 and Duvernay will continue focusing on her film projects, via The Hollywood Reporter. It had nothing to do with the ongoing writer’s strike between the Writers Guild of America and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers as Duvernay and Warner came to the mutual decision months before studios suspended overall deals with writers.
Duvernay inked the deal when Peter Roth was still steering the ship at Warner and the media giant was prioritizing deals with diverse writers, producers, and directors.
“Ava DuVernay is one of the leading lights in our industry, a brilliantly talented writer, producer, director and entrepreneur whose ability to inspire with her art is exceeded only by her ability to entertain,” Roth said in a statement at the time.
There were claims that Duvernay’s deal was worth $100 million, but insiders have since said the deal was between $60 and $80 million.
As part of the deal, Duvernay released Queen Sugar on OWN, CBS’ For Justice, The CW’s DC Comics entry Naomi and Max’s DMZ. Her Netflix series, Colin in Black & White and When They See Us were produced outside of DuVernay’s ARRAY deal with WBTV.
Duvernay’s latest TV project is a romantic series for Starz starring Joshua Jackson and Lauren Ridloff. However, production for the show has been put on pause amid the ongoing WGA strike.
No word on where Duvernay will move her television deal. Now with Roth serving as a board member on DuVernay’s ARRAY banner, the Wrinkle in Time director could establish her independent studio without the need for an overall TV deal thanks to her deep relationships with networks, studios, and streamers across the industry.
The Selma director is currently in post-production on her film Caste, which includes Vera Farmiga, Niecy Nash, Nick Offerman, Jon Bernthal, Audra McDonald, and Connie Nielsen, Deadlinereports.
Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gift Ideas From Black Women-Owned Wine Brands
Raise a toast to mothers everywhere. Better yet, gift mom one of these seven Black women-owned wines so she can pour up a glass at her leisure and sip on luxury.
Aslina Wines
Aslina Wines, established in 2016 by South Africa’s iconic winemaker, Ntsiki Biyela, currently features six wines: Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Umsasane, Chenin Blanc, and the Méthode Cap Classique. Inspired by her much-loved grandmother, Aslina, each wine has its own unique twist echoing her culture and heritage.
Biyela’s uniquely blended wines hold a distinct texture with hints of flavors that include honeybush tea, green apples, cucumber, and other fresh fruit.
One of the few African American women owning a champagne brand, Marvina Robinson founded B. Stuyvesant Champagne to bring a taste of spice and culture to the champagne community. Robinson’s fresh and fruity wines feature unique Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay blends. Choose from seven Cuvées: Brut Rosé, Réserve, Rosé Prestige Limited Edition, Demi-Sec, Premier Cru, Blanc De Blancs, and the Heritage Limited Edition.
As an added recommendation, Stuyvesant champagnes are best served chilled at around 10°C.
You can never go wrong with a sweet white or red wine.
If your mom has yet to try it, introduce her to Jenny Dawn this year. Jennifer McDonald founded Jenny Dawn Cellars, Kansas’s first African American woman-owned winery. Previously featured by BLACK ENTERPRISE, McDonald pays homage to her Wichita roots and creates her wines on the historical foundation of Kansas wine-making.
“Our wine business is about crafting fruit-forward and delicious wines with an emphasis on inclusion, equity, and wine education while creating memories with our guests,” the company wrote on Instagram in 2022.
Mother’s Day celebrations, whether large or small, are all about love, and Chrishon Lampley’s Love Cork Screw brand has just what moms may need for their tastebuds this year. The award-winning, Chicago-based, woman-owned, and operated wine brand features exquisite wines with blends of bold and spicy reds to light and crisp whites.
As part of Lampley’s mission to reinvent the wine industry, she also offers a line of ethically sourced wine-scented candles and self-care products. Simplify your gift shopping by choosing from one of the Love Cork Screw wine and scent combo gift sets: The Full Monty, The Electric Slide, or The Power Couple.
Theodora Lee, the founder of Theopolis Vineyards, is known as “Theo-Patra,” queen of the vineyards. Her hand-crafted wines are created in California’s prestigious Yorkville Highlands of the Anderson Valley. Her award-winning blends feature wines, including the richly intense and flavorful Petite Sirah and Rosé of Petite Sirah, a Symphony white wine, an Anderson Valley Pinot Noir, a Yorkville Highlands Pinot Noir, and a Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir. These wines can be shipped directly to your mom’s doorstep through the Theopolis wine club.
Krista Scruggs is the mastermind behind ZAFA Wines, founded in 2018, using a traditional method with the wines crafted by fermenting grapes and other fruits into sparkling wines using native fermentation and a 0/0 ethos. The eighteenth Black land-owning farmer in Vermont, Scruggs’ wines are created directly from the land or the neighboring community.
A wine from the largest Black-owned wine company in the United States may be the perfect gift for the mom in your life for Mother’s Day. Robin and Andréa, McBride of McBride Sisters, have taken the wine industry by storm with their signature blends. McBride Sisters offers multiple collections, including Black Girl Magic, Sparkling, Reserve, and SHE CAN wine in a can. The brand also has mixed sets featuring different varieties of their blends that could make the perfect gift set.
There’s never a bad day to celebrate the mothers and mother figures in our lives; however, this weekend we’ll be trying to pull out all the stops to make sure they know how truly special they are.
Though Mother’s Day comes every year, it always seems to sneak up on the calendar; leaving many people scrambling for creative ways to show their love. So, we’ve compiled a few out-of-the-ordinary experiences that just may help, even if it’s last-minute. From star-gazing to rocking with the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, there won’t be a dull moment for this special occasion.
Outdoorsy Black Women Presents Wine and Waterfalls Weekend
This second annual event is perfect for the nature-loving mamas who love a little vino to go with their waterfall hike. Sponsored by REI, this 4-day, 3-night retreat takes place in Helen, Georgia, and offers everything from DIY camping to more comfortable cabin and glamping options. According to the official website for the event, it’s a time to “cultivate community, ignite friendships, and provide a safe space for Outdoorsy Black Women to soak in the serenity of all Mother Nature has to offer.” Cute!
Strength of a Woman Festival
If your mom loves a good concert lineup and also loves to support local Black woman-owned businesses, the Strength of a Woman Festival is calling her name. Featuring an all-star lineup of performances from greats like Lauryn Hill and, the hostess of the second annual event, Mary J. Blige, this weekend is sure to be a TIME! Alongside the live performances will also be summits covering a plethora of topics with guests like Mara Brock Akil, Angela Yee and Ciara.
Black Girl Art Show
Looking for something creative? If you’re in the Philadelphia area, making a stop at the Black Girl Art Show may be right up your alley. The national exhibition experience celebrates Black women artists using various forms of media. It could be a great pre- or post-dinner stop and a great addition to a special night fit for a queen.
Our Work Unfinished
Want to take in history? If you’re in the nation’s capital there are tons of places to be on this weekend but if you’re celebrating with a woman who loves to uncover new things about our people, you should head over to The Washington National Cathedral and take in the special presentation from the Cathedral Choral Society and the Heritage Signature Chorale entitled Our Work Unfinished: A Black Composers Retrospective.
According to the DCist, the program will feature a performance of “Done Made My Vow” by Adolphus Hailstork, along with other works that explore the African American experience through song. Music with a heavy dose of cultural significance? Perfect.
The Museum for Black Girls
Does your mom love a selfie moment? Well, here’s a great way for her to get a new Facebook profile picture. If you’re in Washington, D.C., grab your favorite lady and take her to The Museum For Black Girls’ special event where she’ll make her own wine floral bouquet to wear for an adorable photoshoot. A little fun before taking photos that will last a lifetime. A great way to make a new memory. Plus, if you’re still feeling the vibes, stick around for the R&B paint and sip night.
Mother’s Day: An Evening of Soul with Charlie Wilson
Who doesn’t love Uncle Charlie?! If you’re in Houston, you can treat your mother to a night with the incomparable Charlie Wilson at Smart Financial Centre with special guests Freddie Jackson, Jeffrey Osborne, and Karyn White. This is sure to be a good ole “oo-wee” time.
Stephen A. Smith Issues Apology After Getting Backlash for Anthony Davis Comment
ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith caught some heat when he made snarky comments after Los Angeles Lakers’ star Anthony Davis’ suffered a minor head injury Wednesday.
Near the end of the Lakers’ defeat in Game 5 of its second-round playoff series against the Golden State Warriors, Davis was inadvertently hit in the head by the Warriors’ Kevon Looney and left the game. He was placed in a wheelchair and escorted off the court.
Recalling the incident on his popular morning show First Take, Smith joked that this isn’t football season and that a concussion can’t happen on a basketball court.
“I ain’t seen nothing yesterday that made me say, ‘concussion, concussion,'” Smith remarked. “Now I don’t know if it’s true or not. Did a wheelchair get him to the locker room? I’m not sure. Really? A wheelchair? That’s where we are.”
People on social media were in disbelief he would joke about the severity of the matter.
Although Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley shared similar reactions, they never addressed the situation during their broadcast. Smith even mentioned the interaction between the two former players in disbelief, with Davis being taken off the court in a wheelchair.
After receiving social media backlash, Smith took to social media to apologize.
“Blow back is Blow back. Comes with the territory, peeps. I was in no way minimizing the seriousness of a concussion. I was questioning whether Anthony Davis really had one, considering the play I saw & other hits I’ve seen him absorb. But, bottom line, it was wrong for me to do. Period! My bad.”
Luckily, Davis, who has been injury-prone throughout his career, did not suffer a concussion. According to the Lakers, he will play in Game 6 tonight. The Lakers lead the series 3 games to 2.
Black CPA to Host 3-Day Summit Event to Help Accounting Professionals to Build and Grow Their Own 6-Figure Business
Randy Hughes, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), founder and CEO of Counting Pennies, LLC, one of the fastest-growing Black-owned accounting firms in the country will host The Well-Rounded Accountant Summit to help other CPAs and tax professionals who dream of starting their own accounting practice but don’t know where to start to make it happen.
The Summit will feature several special guest speakers and interviews including celebrity actress Nadine Ellis, and well-known author, attorney, and Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Mark Kohler. As an added bonus to this free event, continuing education units (CPEs and CEs) will be offered for select presentations in the program.
Only 2 percent of CPAs nationwide are African American according to estimates cited by the National Society of Black Certified Public Accountants, representation and diversity are becoming increasingly important in this field. It’s essential to empower and support Black accountants in the industry as much as possible and soon as possible.
The Well-Rounded Accountant Summit will provide crucial resources and education to help Black accountants start their own business so they can do work they enjoy, on their own schedule, from anywhere in the world, getting paid what they are worth. Essentially, it will help them to do what the Chairman and CEO of Counting Pennies, Randy Hughes, has already done and has helped others to do.
The Well-Rounded Accountant Summit will be held virtually over 3 days, May 15 to 17, 2023 from 1pm EST to 3:30pm EST. To register for this free summit, visit Cpennies.com/wrasummit
For inquiries, contact (800) 234-1449 or randy@cpennies.com
