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Transforming Lives and Impacting Communities
BPM Lends Hand To EMBODI Initiative
On January 7, 2010, the local chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority launched its EMBODI initiative (Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence), by hosting a discussion group with Black Professional Men Inc. and several other local grass roots organizations effecting positive change in our local community. EMBODI is a new initiative designed to uplift African-American males educationally, socially, and emotionally, targeting young males in grades 3 through 7 residing in Baltimore County with mentoring, tutoring, and life skills development programs. This meeting was held at the Randallstown Community Center, Randallstown Maryland.
Participating in the lively discussion and idea exchange were representatives of Black Professional Men Inc (BPM), The Men’s Center, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, The Sons Academy Inc., and The Park Heights Renaissance.
Consistent with its own vision of “ensuring the future of the African American male”, BPM is excited to lend its on-going support to this worthy endeavor. BPM members participating in this event were Mr. Quadre Washington (former BPM president), Mr. Teddy Coates (current BPM president) and Mr. Luis Navarro.
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GBLA Leadership Retreat
On January 9, 2010, GBLA hosted its 1st Annual Leadership Retreat, a full day workshop with lecture, discussion and practical exercises geared towards developing and enhancing leadership and organizational skills. Major topics of learning were “Corporate Sponsorship Best Practices” administered by BPM President Emeritus Mr. Ted Imes, “Strategic Planning” (Mr. Derrick Drakeford of Drakeford Associates LLC), Leadership Communications (Ms. T’Jae Gibson) and “Discovering Your Leadership Style” (Mr. Rasheem Rooke).
In addition to being a very satisfying learning experience, the event was a tremendous networking opportunity, fostering greater bonds with other non-profit community organizations in the Baltimore area. Other groups in represented were Toastmasters, Young Democrats and the National Urban League.
BPM members participating in this event were Mr. Teddy Coates and Mr. Luis Navarro.
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Who's Who In Black Baltimore
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| On April 5, 2010, the Black Professional Men (BPM) team, along with Events 4 Good People, came out in full force to help launch the first publication of the upcoming issue of "Who’s Who In Black Baltimore."
The "Who's Who” publishing company was founded in 1989 to highlight achievements of African Americans across the country, and to provide a valuable resource and networking guide for the African American community. The publication is currently thriving in more than 25 major cities nationwide, and has now come to BALTIMORE!" Many of those present submitted their bios for possible inclusion in the publication.
The program was held at the beautiful Black Owned restaurant and bar, Milan, located in downtown Baltimore. BPM President, Teddy Coates kicked off the program. Mr. Darrell McMillian, the Who's Who representative provided the keynote address. Azikiwe DeVeaux, President of 'Events 4 Good People' and Michael Graham of 100 Black Men, also addressed the group.
The event was a phenomenal business and social mixer, attended by many prominent African American leaders in the Baltimore area. As there has been so often at events sponsored by Black Professional Men Inc, we again have received numerous reports of business connections and business transactions being made.
By all accounts this event was a resounding success. The place was filled to capacity with more then 300 people present. It was truly rewarding to be a part of this kick-off, and inspiring to see so many accomplished African American professionals gathered for this event. It was a remarkable evening that also proved to be a great platform to highlight the BPM organization, its members, its mission and its work. |
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