Erin Wilmer: A Pensacola-Based Financial Leader Rooted in Service By Takeira Nettles Erin Wilmer’s professional journey is shaped by decades of leadership, discipline, and a dedication to empowering individuals and families through financial education. A native of Pensacola, Florida, Wilmer graduated from Booker T. Washington High School before earning a bachelor’s degree in Workforce Education […]
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Blue Dot Barbecue: A Legendary Bite of Pensacola’s Black Food Culture Pensacola has many restaurants that people love, but few have the long-standing reputation of Blue Dot Barbecue. Located in the historic Belmont-DeVilliers neighborhood, this family-owned restaurant has been serving the community since 1946. Its unassuming exterior and simple menu have made it a part […]
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Black Business Spotlight: Momentum Networks with Lisa Armstead Black Business Showcase: Momentum Networks with Lisa Armstead In this edition of the Black Business Showcase, Katrice Johnson sits down with Lisa Armstead to discuss her organization, Momentum Networks, and its impact on the community. A Conversation with Lisa Armstead Katrice Johnson: Welcome, Tribe! This is Katrice […]
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Access Granted Because You Did the Work One of the questions you raised was how we initiated this shift, and how we actively work towards making significant changes. The initial step involves understanding the economic ramifications of not addressing, adding value to, or creating space for every voice in this issue. Perhaps even before that, […]
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