The Membership

The leaders behind the work.

An invitation-only fellowship of African American CEOs, founders, and senior partners shaping the Baltimore–Washington economy across more than a dozen industries.

Member

Founded in 1983

We convene to expand access to capital and contracts, mentor emerging founders, and deploy collective influence in the rooms where decisions are made — companies that thrive on their own, and a seat at the table that reshapes a region.

Founding Resolution · 1983
PRT Leadership

Board Members

Board Chair

James Makia

Exclusive Motorcars

Vice Chair

Jeff Hargrave

Mahogany Inc.

Managing Partner

Tony Hill

Edwards & Hill Office Furniture

Board Members

PRT Leadership

Executive Director

Jennifer Wicks

Aventurine Developers

Jennifer Wicks leads The Presidents’ RoundTable and the PRT Reach Foundation as Executive Director, overseeing strategy, partnerships, fundraising, and programming. A seasoned operator at the intersection of real estate development, nonprofit leadership, and community economic development, she is also the founder and Principal of Aventurine Developers and holds a Master’s degree in Nonprofit Administration. Jennifer is deeply rooted in Baltimore, where her work consistently bridges business, community, and civic leadership.

Members

Meet The Presidents’ RoundTable

Blank Slate

Fabpro Technologies

Byron Deese

Engage Wealth

Johnathan Bolden

RSC Electrical and Mechanical

Russell Clark

elluminis consulting group

Len Dockins

Kouture enterprises

Maurice Walker

birch advisors

John Walters

Walters Relocations, Inc.

Rian Hargrave

onyx development

Venroy July

attorney & real estate

Femi Shodipe

center for community balance

Sidney Sogbor

seadmok water

MEMBERSHIP CONSIDERATION

Membership by invitation. Consideration by inquiry.

Membership in The Presidents’ RoundTable is by invitation and reserved for accomplished Black business leaders
whose leadership, track record, and commitment align with the values of this organization.
PRR membership is an investment in your business, your leadership, and your legacy. Members gain access to a
curated peer group of accomplished Black executives, exclusive programming and briefings, and direct
engagement with the city and state partnerships that PRT has built over more than four decades.

For those interested in learning more about membership consideration, we welcome you to reach out.
Benefits List

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Access to PRT’s exclusive events

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Peer learning and accountability with Baltimore-Washington’s most accomplished Black CEOs and founders

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Strategic introductions to corporate partners, government agencies, and institutional investors

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Memberships and board seats through PRT’s networks, partnerships, and subscriptions

05

Visibility in PRT’s publications and press

06

Mentorship opportunities through PRT Reach Foundation programming

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A seat at the table where Baltimore’s economic future is shaped
Becoming a Member

Interested in joining the Roundtable?

Membership is by invitation. Candidates lead established African American–owned enterprises, demonstrate exceptional character and business judgment, and commit to active service alongside their peers.

Membership Criteria

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President, CEO, or principal owner of an established, profitable enterprise

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Demonstrated leadership in business and civic communities

03

Headquartered or substantially operating in the Baltimore–Washington region

04

Endorsement by current PRT members and unanimous board approval

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Commitment to active participation, mentorship, and shared advocacy
Eligibility

Eligibility at a Glance

Contact

Contact The Presidents RoundTable

We’d love to hear from you. Please find our contact details below, or click the email link to get in touch with our team.