Black History Month Isn’t Limited to February on Richard Lewis’s Calendar
January 29, 2023
Richard Lewis incarnates the body, soul and spirit of Black history. Adversity and challenge weren’t strangers in his past endeavors, and they endure today, but persistence lifted Lewis to his present position as the president and CEO of RTL Networks, a local enterprise with a global footprint. According to a...
Building a Legacy by Being First
January 30, 2023
The story of America’s first Black realtor, Ben Slayton Ben Slayton’s remarkable career in real estate spans six decades. He has set the bar for agents with his willingness to venture into uncharted territory, allowing those that follow to benefit from his courage and drive. His success is inspiring proof...
2023 African American Who Make A Difference
January 29, 2023
Gene Fashaw, Sr. 8th Grade Math Teacher, High Point Academy Founder, Denver STEAM Initiative The “husband and father first” is best known as a coach, tutor, and teacher who is active in the far northeast Denver community. Gene Fashaw, who was nominated for Colorado Teacher of the Year in...
Visiting Professorship Continues to Honor Civil Rights Champion Rachel B. Noel
January 29, 2023
Visionary Filmmaker & Educator Shakti Butler to be Introduced on March 7 & 8 The annual Metropolitan State University of Denver Rachel B. Noel Distinguished Visiting Professorship will be held March 7 and 8 at various locations on the university’s campus and at Shorter AME Church. The theme is “Breaking...