The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ) Announces the Honorees for the 2024 “Women Who Empower” Awards Luncheon
The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ) Announces the Honorees for the 2024 “Women Who Empower” Awards Luncheon
TRENTON, NJ — March 21, 2024. The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ) announces the Honorees for the 2024 “Women Who Empower” Awards Luncheon, which will be held on May 9th from 11:30 a.m. –2:30 p.m., at the Crowne Plaza Princeton – Conference Center, Plainsboro, NJ.
The 2024 honorees are:
Denise Anderson, Ph.D., MPH, Founder & CEO, Denise Anderson & Associates, LLC.
Samantha DeAlmeida Roman, MA, MS, President, Associated Builders & Contractors, NJ Chapter Waltasia Mansano, MS, PMP, Manager, PSE&G Clean Energy Jobs Program
Jacqueline King, MS, Ph.D., Founder & CEO, Black Women Empowered, will serve as the Keynote Speaker.
“At our May 9th, Women Who Empower Awards luncheon, we will leverage our network to present to some, and introduce to others, our 2024 honorees; a group of talented and successful women that contribute to the greatness of New Jersey and the nation, every day”, said John E. Harmon, Sr., IOM, Founder, President & CEO, AACCNJ.
“I am profoundly honored to be recognized as a woman who empowers. As a member of this resilient and inspiring community, I am committed to lifting voices, breaking barriers, and fostering women’s empowerment. Together, we can achieve extraordinary things and create a brighter, more inclusive future for future generations.” – Dr. Denise Anderson, Founder & CEO, Denise Anderson & Associates, LLC.
“As an organization president who regularly partners with the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, I am thrilled to be recognized as a 2024 ‘Women Who Empower’ honoree. Together, ABC-NJ and AACNJ have been working to break down barriers and ensure women and minorities have more opportunities as entrepreneurs and business leaders in New Jersey’s construction industry. Thank you so much for this special honor and the work you do every day to challenge ‘politics as usual’ in Trenton.” – Samantha DeAlmeida Roman, President, Associated Builders & Contractors, NJ Chapter.
“Thank you to the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey for this esteemed recognition as one of the ‘2024 Women Who Empower’ honorees. It is a testament to our collective efforts in championing diversity and inclusion in New Jersey. Working hand in hand with the Chamber, we have made significant strides in supporting small businesses and underrepresented communities. This award reaffirms our commitment to driving positive change and creating a more equitable future for all. I’m deeply grateful for this honor and our ongoing partnership.” – Waltasia Mansano, Manager, PSE&G Clean Energy Jobs Program
Sponsors for the 2024 Awards Luncheon include ABC-NJ, SJI, and Atlantic City Electric. Visit the website to register today https://www.aaccnj.com/womenwhoempower
About the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey
The AACCNJ performs an essential role in the economic viability of New Jersey. While providing a platform for New Jersey’s African American business leaders, to speak with a collective voice, the AACCNJ advocates and promotes economic diversity fostering a climate of business growth through major initiatives centering on education and public policy. The Chamber serves as a proactive advocacy group with a 501(c) 3 tax exemption, which is shared by the National Black Chamber of Commerce
