Growing up in Atlanta, veteran banking executive Milton Jones Jr. found mentors in legendary entrepreneur Herman J. Russell, former Mayor Maynard Jackson, business and civic icon Jessie Hill Jr. and U.S. Ambassador Andrew Young. “I happened to be in the right city at the right time,” Jones said during an... Read More →
Michael Lomax, president of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), has a lot to say about why Atlantans should support their HBCUs, especially the Atlanta University Center. “The colleges themselves are telling us that while they received extraordinary support in ‘20 and ‘21, the real year they’re worried about is... Read More →
For many years, the Atlanta Business League has recognized business owners, professionals, community and civic leaders in Metropolitan Atlanta. Their recognition includes an annual cohort of Men of Influence, an inductee into the Legends Hall of Fame and a Legacy Award winner. On August 17, the Atlanta Business League selected... Read More →
Peachtree Providence Partners’ Founder Walter Davis was asked to testify before a U.S. House Small Business Committee Subcommittee’s hearing on Examining the role of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs) on May 18. In his remarks, which begin around the 36:00 minute mark, Walter shared... Read More →
Peachtree Providence Partners’ Milton Jones was featured on Grapevine with Elaine and Royson, a segment by major Toronto radio station G98.7. Listen as Milton discusses with the hosts his new role as Chair of the UNCF Board and how HBCUs impact American culture and the economy.
At Peachtree Providence Partners, we’re committed to engaging the strengths and talents of all of our team members. To do that, diversity and inclusion must be fully embraced in our daily routines and operations. Thank you Business North Carolina for highlighting Walter Davis, Peachtree Providence Partners co-founder, and the contributions... Read More →