Panel Discussion: Business Survival Guide

Following the MED Week Kickoff Breakfast, we invite you to join us for an insightful panel discussion on “A Survival Guide for Jim Crow” 2.0”. The session will provide an in-dept overview of past challenges, the current climate and strategies that serve as the foundation for this survival guide. The event will take place at the National Constitution Center on Monday, October 6, 2025, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

Our panel will feature Michelle Flamer, a native of Philadelphia and a retired attorney. Michelle practiced law in the City of Philadelphia’s Law Department for thirty-nine years where she specialized in legislation, contract, business and workforce diversity. Along with Franklin M. Lee, partner in the Baltimore-based law firm of Tydings & Rosenberg LLP. Prior to entering private practice in 2002, he served sixteen years as Chief Counsel for the Minority Business Enterprise Legal Defense & Education Fund, Inc. (“MBELDEF”). Mr. Lee was directly involved in the preparation of pleadings and briefs in Supreme Court cases in opposition to constitutional challenges to minority business programs. These high profile court cases included J.A. Croson v. City of Richmond, Adarand Constructors, Inc. v. Pena, and Adarand Constructors, Inc. v. Mineta.

Event Details:

Date: Monday, October 6, 2025

Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location: National Constitution Center, 525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from those who have successfully paved the way for future generations—reserve your spot today!

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