Black Professional Men

"Ensuring The Future of The African-American Male"

Black Professional Men

"Ensuring The Future of The African-American Male"

Black Professional Men

"Ensuring The Future of The African-American Male"

Black Professional Men

"Ensuring The Future of The African-American Male"

Black Professional Men, Inc. (BPM) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization based in Baltimore, Maryland and established in 1991 to address the social, economic and political awareness needs of the African-American community, especially those of the African-American male. BPM Facebook link Donate Now

 :: Memorial Announcement ::
Mark "Baltimore" Harris

Mark "Baltimore" Harris

The family of Mark Baltimore Harris wishes to thank everyone
who has supported them in these tough times.
 
Details of the memorial service being held in celebration of Mark’s life will be as follows:
 
Tuesday July 6, 2010  11am – 1pm
 
St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church
http://www.smaa-baltimore.com/
2013 St Paul St, Baltimore MD, 21218
 
The Repast will be held at 
Eden’s Lounge, 3pm – 7pm
15 W. Eager St, Baltimore MD 21201
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In lieu of flowers we ask that you send those contributions
via Black Professional Men, Inc. Paypal account (use Donate button below): 

or mail your check to:
 
Black Professional Men, Inc
C/O The Mark Baltimore Memorial Fund
PO Box 23851
Baltimore, Maryland 21203
 
For further details or questions feel free to contact either:
Gus McMillan – 410-499-8509  or  Dion Sutton – 443-653-2842  or
Teddy Coates  (Pres. BPM) – 443- 803-8767
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Please feel free to forward this email to
friends of Mark "Baltimore" Harris
 
 #MB4Life

 

 

BPM mentors young men in the Baltimore metro area, prepares them for higher education and provides college scholarships.

 

Rays Of Hope

Rays of Hope - June 19th, 9am

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Transforming Lives and Impacting Communities

 BPM Lends Hand To EMBODI Initiative

EMBODI

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.

 


Who's Who In Black Baltimore 

Who's Who In Black Baltimore

Who's Who In Black Baltimore

Who's Who In Black Baltimore

Who's Who In Black Baltimore

   

Who's Who In Black Baltimore

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.

Black Professional Men Inc was founded in 1991 by three men from the Baltimore community that were “outraged” to action over the plight of our community; the pervasive sense of hopelessness among those less fortunate, particularly those of color within our inner city.  These men recognized several key truths:

 

1) While government programs are helpful, the greatest force of change would have to come from the community itself, therefore they recognized that “if it’s going to be, it’s up to me!”.

 

2) Although many of the ills are concentrated in certain communities, they affect our nation as a whole.  Local problems are in fact national problems. 

 

3) Begin working with the young because they are our country’s future.  And…

 

4) To the degree that we can remove the limits from these young men’s lives, they will grow up to be successful contributors to our American way of life, just like any young man growing up in any typical American family.