In May of 1965, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. addressed to the Negro American Labor Council stating, "there must be a better distribution of wealth within this country for all God’s children." From then to now our nation’s economic divide continues to widen. In his Nobel Peace Prize address he asserted, “There is nothing new about poverty. What is new, however, is that we have the resources to get rid of it.”. In this episode, we will learn more about the National MBA Association of Metro St. Louis. The organization who leads in the creation of educational opportunities and economic growth for African Americans through programs, partnerships and career opportunities in management.

Joining us today is Carrie Sanders, President and Desiree Adeboye, the Entrepreneurship Co-Director/ VP of Recording with National Black MBA Association of Metro St. Louis.Carrie creates and implements marketing strategy development, risk mitigation & program analysis with LHHCII. Desiree is the owner of Prime International, business consulting firm and Cultural Xpressions, diversity and cultural training . Cultural Xpressions provides an authentic cultural experience through the introduction of ethnic, food, art, traditions and trips.

In this episode:
- How has the National Black MBA Association the need and impact changed from its inception?
- Why is the NBMBA's emphasis on intellectual as well as economic wealth.
- How partnerships are arranged and implemented.
- How are pathways in St. Louis being created?
- What people are gaining through membership in NBMBA.
- How the workplace is changing where corporate structure and culture is rapidly changing.
- Advice for African-American workers pursuing their careers and opportunities.
- Recommendations for listeners interested in becoming a member.
- How can people learn more about NBMBA.

Visit www.stlblackmba.org