Top Leaders Honored as Black History Heroes

In honor of Black History Month, The Cordish Companies and Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland, in partnership with the Md. Washington Minority Companies Association (MWMCA), highlighted and honored the impact of 10 local leaders during the 11^th Annual Black History Month Celebration on Thursday, February 22, 2024. The honorees recognized as Black History Heroes are selected for their positive influence and significant contributions made to their communities and fellow Marylanders. 

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Black History Heroes Event Pictures

2024 Black History Celebration Recap Video

Remarks from Calvin Ball

Howard County Executive

Howard County Government

Remarks From 2024 Black History Hero Honoree: Kishia L. Powell

General Manager and CEO

WSSC Water 

Remarks from Keynote Speaker and 2024 Black History Hero Honoree Frances Murphy Draper

CEO and Publisher

The AFRO-American Newspapers

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