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TRENTON, NJ – April 11, 2024. The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ) announces Malcolm Jenkins as the Keynote Speaker, for the Juneteenth Black Business 2024 Expo, which will be held at Fairleigh Dickinson University – Metropolitan Campus Teaneck, NJ, on June 13, 2024, from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. New Jersey native Malcolm Jenkin is a 13-year NFL veteran, two-time Super Bowl champion, three-time Pro-Bowl honoree, NFLPA Executive Committee Board Member, entrepreneur, philanthropist, executive director, published author, an Ohio State Athletics Hall of Fame Inductee, CNN Contributor, and advocate for social justice.
Jenkins created MALCOLM INC., a holding company for the various business verticals he co-founded; LISTEN UP MEDIA, a multimedia production company with the mission to showcase and distribute content that creates social awareness around systemic issues in society; BROAD STREET VENTURES, a $10 million investment vehicle funded entirely by Black and Brown investors including a group of fellow NFL players; DISRUPT FOODS, a multi-unit franchise developer and operator of 20+ quick service restaurants aiming to level the economic playing field for Blacks and Hispanics through Franchise Ownership; and DAMARI, a custom clothing company which includes ready-to-wear and made-to-measure men and women suits. As a philanthropist Jenkins strives to make a positive difference in the lives of youth in underserved communities through his non-profit, public charity, THE MALCOLM JENKINS FOUNDATION, who are proud members of the AACCNJ.
“I am humbled to stand alongside the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey for their Second Annual Black Business Expo. As we honor Juneteenth and delve into "The Journey Continues," I am eager to share my journey in entrepreneurship and what it's taught me about the enduring spirit of our community. In spaces like these, we chart a course forward, fueled by innovation, collaboration, and unwavering determination," said Malcolm Jenkins.
“We are extremely excited to have Malcolm Jenkins share his full portfolio of experience and commitment to demonstrating Black Excellence every day, said John E. Harmon, Sr., IOM, Founder, President & CEO, AACCNJ. “His voice is critical today and beyond as we drive our mission of an equitable coexistence in New Jersey and America,” said Harmon.
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