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Black Women Making History

In celebration of Black History Month, Blank Rome held a special program focusing on the unique challenges and accomplishments of black women in America, entitled “Black Women Making History.” The event was held on Thursday, February 28, 2019, at the Firm’s Philadelphia office, and featured a networking reception, Q&A discussion, and cocktail reception.

Blank Rome Associate Melanie S. Carter moderated the panel, which included:

  • Honorable Gladys M. Brown, Chairman, Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission
  • Tianna K. Kalogerakis, Esq., President, Barristers Association of Philadelphia, Inc.
  • Honorable Denise Smyler, General Counsel, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • Sharmain Matlock-Turner, President and CEO, Urban Affairs Coalition
BHM Event Group Photo
L to R: Sophia Lee, Hon. Denise Smyler, Hon. Gladys Brown, Sharmain Matlock-Turner, Tianna Kalog, Chris Lewis & Melanie Carter.
BHM Event Panel
Panelists at the "Black Women Making History" Q&A discussion.