JPMorgan Chase Celebrates 5 Years of Advancing Black Pathways

By Micha Green | The Washington Informer In a celebration that included a pre-reception, delectable three-course dinner and powerful panels, JPMorgan Chase commemorated five years of its Advancing Black Pathways (ABP) initiative on Feb. 22.  Hosted at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), the event highlighted ABP’s many efforts toward empowering Black communities, and offered an opportunity to celebrate Black brilliance, resilience and excellence. “I count it a privilege to stand before you during Black History Month in this beautiful, Black museum, dedicated to uplifting the rich history of Black people marked by struggle, resilience and triumph. And it is an honor to celebrate Advancing Black Pathways’ fifth anniversary, reflective of our sincere and firm commitment to be a part of the triumphs and advancement of Black people,” said Alicia Wilson, managing director of JPMorgan Chase’s Regional Philanthropy for North America. In alignment with JPMorgan Chase’s overall diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) strategic framework, ABP works to strengthen the economic foundation of Black communities throughout the nation and world. Since February 2019, through funding, educational programming, training and more, the initiative has worked to recruit and retain diverse talent, develop leaders, support Black-owned businesses and...