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Special Presentation by Anthony Williams
Sunday, Febraury 23, 2025 | 10AM to 1PM
The Glasshouse, 660 12th Avenue (48th & 49th Street),
New York NY 10019
Emmy award-winning journalist Vanessa Tyler guides us through African American In Finance, in collaboration with the Northern New Jersey & Manhattan Chapters of the Urban League. With over two decades of broadcast journalism experience, Vanessa’s dedication to storytelling and advocacy has left an indelible mark on the industry. As the national senior anchor for The Black Information Network and the creator of the podcast “Blackland,” Vanessa embodies the spirit of excellence and empowerment. Join Vanessa as we recognize the achievements of Black women in the financial profession and explore the power of economic empowerment.
A sensual excursion with two creatives, Tigarr on Trumpet and flugelhorn, OKÄRU hoshino LOVE lace on Vocals and castanets. Both composers will bring cool Jazz based originals and standards infused with Latin, African, Funk and more. Duo style to 5-piece band depending on the venue from New York to Japan. Beautiful Journey Performed at Harlem Fine Art Show since 2020. 6 years of regular band at Paris Blues Harlem, The Columbus club, Inwood Jazz Festival 2023, Tottori Government event with Japanese royal family guests in Japan, etc.
2024 Honorees
Jaqueline Hayat Ba
Jacqueline helms Business Development at Mercator Partners, a climate-focused investment fund in Princeton, NJ. She has over 25 years of experience in capital markets and financial product marketing. She has held COO and Business Development roles at several funds including AltraVue Capital in Bellevue, WA. She earned her MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, an MA from the School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) at Johns Hopkins University, and her BA from Dartmouth College. Jacqueline is a lifetime lover of the arts from collecting (including at HFA!) to getting lost at museums and galleries in every city she visits.
Monica Burch
Monica L. Burch is PNC Bank’s senior vice president and Southeast territory executive for Community Development Banking. In this role, Burch leads PNC Community Development Banking teams supporting the needs of low- moderate-income communities across the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, Maryland, Tennessee, Virginia and the District of Columbia.
Sherkera Green
Sherkera Green is an Experienced District Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry. Skilled in Nonprofit Organizations, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Public Speaking, and Social Media. Strong sales professional, who focuses on building relationships.
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