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Demographics of the General Assembly are significantly different than the average Hoosier.
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Local business leader Bill Mays dies at 69
William G. Mays, who built one of the nation's largest minority-owned companies and saved one of its oldest African-American newspapers, died Thursday in Indianapolis on his 69th birthday. “Indianapolis has lost a titan of industry and philanthropy,” Mayor Greg Ballard said.
Tricky transition: Pillows balance family, business as son preps to take over
Even before taking over, Eddie Pillow is making changes at the logistics and courier company his dad started in 1988.
Supreme Court rules for Ball State in discrimination decision
Maetta Vance, an African-American, alleged that a co-worker at BSU created a hostile work environment. The court’s rulings on Monday make it more difficult for Americans to sue businesses for discrimination and retaliation.
Real estate firm’s niche is commercial Hispanic clients
Real estate entrepreneur Kelli Membreno, a bilingual native of northern Indiana, has built a business on helping Hispanic entrepreneurs navigate the barriers of language and American business customs.
Indianapolis area needs more black engineers, architects
Among major occupational groups, only farming has a smaller share of African-Americans, government figures show.
Fired St. Vincent physician suing hospital for discrimination
The Indian-born doctor is seeking past and future pay, in addition to other damages, for enduring what she considers harassment and discrimination while a resident at the Indianapolis hospital.
Decision nears on fate of freed-slave sculpture
Controversy has swirled around a piece of art commissioned for the Cultural Trail’s $2 million public art program. What ultimately happens to Fred Wilson’s “E Pluribus Unum” sculpture of a freed slave could alienate local African-Americans who oppose it or draw the scorn of national art critics.
Dentist driven to draw blacks to profession
When Jeanette Sabir-Holloway entered dental school at Indiana University in 1976, she was one of only three black students in a class of 120. She would be the only African-American to graduate with her class four years later.
Bill Mays to retire from Mays Chemical
The most successful black businessman in Indiana plans to retire from the company that bears his name at year-end as part of a transition that ultimately will put his daughter at the helm.
Black Expo changes to come after Summer Celebration
Organization directors will announce in August any recommendations from an outside consultant brought in after employees voiced concerns about the leadership of president and CEO Tanya Bell.
New minority supplier council chief aims to raise agency’s profile
Carolyn Mosby brings a wealth of experience to the Indiana Minority Supplier Development Council, which she hopes to lead to the next level of success.
Peru immigrant built career on helping local Hispanics
Aida McCammon has spent 20 years helping Hispanics improve their lives and succeed in the United States.
Greenwood contractor is minority small business person of the year
The winner of the Small Business Administration award has seen steady growth during its 10 years in business.
LEADING QUESTIONS: New councillor in for wild ride
As a new City-County Council member entrenched in several hot-button issues, Angel Rivera sometimes blows off steam on his Ducati SportClassic GT1000.
EEOC suing local hotel for race discrimination
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s lawsuit against the owners of a Hampton Inn on the east side charges that the hotel treated black housekeepers unfairly.
Indianapolis Black Alumni Council hosting college fair
The fair at Crispus Attucks Medical Magnet High School will introduce students to post-secondary opportunities at historically black colleges.
Black professionals cope with poor economy
The panel discussion, “Staying Alive and Productive During Economic Hard Times,” will be part of IPA’s annual
networking lunch April 25.
Freight Masters files bankruptcy after losing business from Chrysler, Boeing
The minority-owned logistics firm is also involved in a legal battle with a Washington state firm over the loss of its Boeing
business.
100 Black Men chapter recognized for service
MINORITY BUSINESS 100 Black Men of Indianapolis Inc. was named the outstanding chapter in the areas of education and mentoring at the 23rd Annual 100 Black Men of America Inc. conference. The four-day event held late last month in Atlanta attracted more than 3,000 people, including U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan and New York […]