Leadership
The BEWC board leadership is committed to guiding our organization with integrity and transparency. Comprised of experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds, our board members bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Together, they ensure that we uphold our mission, make informed decisions, and foster a culture of accountability. We believe strong leadership is essential for achieving our goals and serving our community effectively.

Hon. Sheila Dixon - President
Consultant, Maryland Minority Contractors Association

Zed Smith -
Treasurer
COO, Cordish Companies

Jacqueline I. Caldwell - Secretary
Senior Consultant, TouchPoint Baltimore

Rhonda Boozer-Yeary
Community Engagement Manager, University of Maryland Medical Center

Dr. Sheri Parks
Retired, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, MICA

Eric Brown
President, Historic Marble Hill Community Association

Dawn Taylor
Senior Associate/Broker, Otis Warren Company

Lt. Colonel Melvin Russell
Retired, Baltimore Police Department

Emma Middleton
Retired, PHRS, HUD, PIH Division

Erica Solomon
Realtor, Monument Sotheby’s International Realty

Mark Levin - Ex-Officio Member
President, Levin Brown and Associates; Project Architect

Dr. Patrick D. Clayborn - Ex-Officio Member
Pastor, Bethel AME Church

Elizabeth Scott Glenn -
Ex-Officio Member
Chair, US Africa Collaborative

Jules Dunham Howie - Project Manager
CEO, Jul Enterprise

Elise Saltzberg - Project Fundraising Consultant
CEO, Saltzberg Consulting