NCBW Honors Sacramento’s Black Women Leaders At Annual Luncheon

By Williamena Kwapo | OBSERVER Staff WriterThe Sacramento Chapter of National Coalition of 100 Black Women held its 23rd annual Business and Community Awards Luncheon on Nov. 16 at the Sheraton Grand. The event honored four Black women making significant contributions to the Sacramento community across diverse fields.Sheryl Grant, CEO and founder of Sheryl Grant International, emceed the luncheon, while keynote speaker Bevy Smith inspired the audience with her powerful message of tenacity reflected in her slogan, “It gets greater later.”As a proud Harlem native and host of Sirius XM’s “Bevelations,” Smith shared her journey of reinvention, from thriving as a luxury fashion executive to pursuing her passion in media. She captivated attendees with stories about overcoming hardships, taking risks, and achieving unexpected success, like her breakout role in the Prime Video series “Harlem.”Smith encouraged the audience to embrace resilience. “If you know in your spirit that this is what you’re meant to do, you have to stick to it,” she said. “Be resilient in the face of obstacles. When things get tough, know that this too shall pass.”A two-hour panel discussion moderated by NCBW member Denise Shepherd showcased the honorees. With the theme “Empowering the Future,” the panel explored...