Dr. Kenneth L. Harris, President and CEO of The National Business League, will host an engaging and insightful discussion on the dynamic Black retail experience in Detroit. He will be joined by prominent local entrepreneurs Tony Stovall, co-owner of the iconic Hot Sam's, Shawn Bumphers, owner of Pink Poodle Bridal Salon, and Rufus Bartell, owner of Simply Casual and a key figure on Detroit's Avenue of Fashion. Together, they will explore the impact, challenges, and successes within Detroit's Black-owned retail sector, sharing valuable perspectives on entrepreneurship, community influence, and economic empowerment.

Admission compliments of the Kresge Foundation.

Kenneth L. Harris, PhD, is the 12th National President/CEO of The National Business League. the oldest and largest trade association for Black businesses in the country. Dr. Harris is an expert economic historian and entrepreneur, with a dual PhD in African and African American Studies.