Every company in every industry has to deal with money. From payroll and budgets to taxes and savings, overseeing expenses can be challenging. But for those equipped to do the job, there is a promise of career opportunity, job stability and a steady income of your own. So, if you have a knack for mathematics and a desire to join a career field that has your back, here are some of the top careers in finance that you should consider: Financial Advisor Financial advisors are responsible for overseeing the monetary needs and expenses of an individual or business. Personal advisors…
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It’s no secret that the LGBTQ+ community has been one of the most oppressed groups in the history of the United States and beyond. While efforts in acceptance and education have massively improved within the last several decades, there is still much to be done for equality, protection and rights for members of the community. This Pride Month, make the effort to educate yourself and actively find ways to support the LGBTQ+ community. Below is our starting guide to help you begin: The History of Pride Month June was chosen in honor of the 1969 anniversary of the Stonewall riots,…
As Juneteenth is officially recognized as a federal holiday, communities from across the nation are coming together to celebrate in their own unique ways. Here are just some of the celebrations happening this year: Galveston, Texas As the home of some of the earliest Juneteenth celebrations, Galveston was the last place to be informed of the emancipation proclamation two years after its passing. For decades, people have journeyed to the city year after year to celebrate in the exact location where Juneteenth was born. This year, people can come to commemorate Juneteenth by attending the Galveston Festival, complete with a…
Dive into the immersive experience of Insight 2024 FLOW, hosted by NABA (National Association of Black Accountants), happening from June 17th to June 21st in vibrant Las Vegas. Immerse yourself in a week-long journey of professional growth and industry excellence. Insight 2024 FLOW is where industry leaders, visionaries and game-changers converge for insightful sessions, CPE (Continuing Professional Education) credits and valuable networking opportunities. Unleash Your Untapped Potential Discover the intersection of skills and challenges at Insight 2024 FLOW, where engaging sessions, CPE credits and networking opportunities await. This event prioritizes holistic professional growth, offering wellness activities and more. It offers…
Major League Baseball recently announced ‘BARNSTORM BIRMINGHAM,’ a Juneteenth celebration at Rickwood Field in conjuntion with UNINTERRUPTED. The event will be centered on Fam Jam, a celebrity softball game, followed by an electric performance by global music superstar Metro Boomin. Launched by former All-Star pitcher CC Sabathia and UNINTERRUPTED co-founder Maverick Carter, UNINTERRUPTED Fam Jam is a celebrity event. The initial list of celebrities and athletes scheduled to play in the game include Birmingham’s own and Emmy nominated writer, stand-up and Actor Roy Wood Jr., former National League MVP & World Series Champion Ryan Howard, former NBA Champion Stephen Jackson,…
Juneteenth is all about celebration, no matter how, where, or with whom the festivities take place. The holiday, observed on June 19, commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom, which had been declared in the Emancipation Proclamation two years earlier. What better source than Food & Wine to get the best recipes to celebrate the holiday. Cookbook author Nicole A. Taylor wrote in Food & Wine about her own Juneteenth parties. “For a few hours, pure liberation meets a plate of food.” Here are a few recipes that Food & Wine provided…
On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed a bill into law that declared Juneteenth as the newest federal holiday. It became one of the five date-specific federal holidays in the United States and is recognized by government-based organizations, schools and offices nationwide. As we enter into our third year of Juneteenth’s official federal birthday, we take the time to look back at the history and meaning of the holiday.What is Juneteenth?Otherwise known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, Juneteenth began on June 19, 1865, when Union troops marched into Galveston Bay, Texas. They had come to the city with…
In a historic announcement, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), will be investing $8 million to train current primary medical care and physician assistant students, as well as medical residents, in providing appropriate care for individuals with physical, intellectual and developmental disabilities.This funding will also provide training on how to communicate with patients who are not proficient in speaking English. This investment will be part of HRSA’s mission to improve access to health care for underserved and marginalized groups and will be distributed among 18 schools.Said HRSA Administrator Carole…
What happens when you decide to leave the corporate world to start your own small business? Stephanie Franklin knows that decision all too well. Once pursuing a career in AdTech, Franklin left behind her corporate job to share her passion for wine with the world. Now the CEO and founder of Fly Wines, Franklin’s goal is to revolutionize the wine experience and emphasize the importance of diversity and inclusion in the wine industry. We understand you left your career in AdTech to go into the wine business. What made you decide to make the leap? Leaving the AdTech industry to…
We at Reaching Out are excited to introduce a new program launching this fall.PRIZM is a new multi-day event for post-MBAs and other experienced, mid-career business professionals. The first PRIZM event will take place Sept. 27-29, 2024, in Los Angeles in conjunction with this year’s ROMBA Conference. Registration for both ROMBA and PRIZM will open soon.While the ROMBA Conference provides a unique opportunity for MBA students and early-career professionals, we recognize that experienced, mid-career professionals are looking for different insights and ways to drive career growth and enable networking.The target audience for the first PRIZM conference is professionals with 2-7…
