Author: ciamedianew

Jul152026

Meet the Team: Montina Young Fraiser, Founder

Montina Young Fraiser is a government affairs strategist, entrepreneur, educator, and community leader dedicated to helping businesses build meaningful relationships with government agencies, industry partners, and the communities they serve. As Founder and Principal of CIA Media Group, she brings more than two decades of…

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Jul152026

Meet the Team: Kesha White-Williams, Senior Procurement Advisor | Owner

Kesha White-Williams is a real estate professional, construction-focused advisor, and procurement strategist with over 20 years of experience working across construction, development, housing, and public-sector environments. Her career reflects a consistent focus on helping projects move from concept to completion while ensuring alignment with regulatory…

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Jul152026

Meet the Team: Beverly H. Burks, CEO & Principal

Beverly H. Burks is the CEO and Principal of Polaris Consulting Group LLC, where she leads strategic advisory services at the intersection of government, business, and community engagement. With a career that spans public leadership, corporate consulting, and nonprofit executive roles, she brings a comprehensive…

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Dec032024

Montina Young Fraiser Joins Urban League of Greater Atlanta as Business Coach

Atlanta, GA – Montina Young Fraiser, a dynamic business leader and entrepreneur advocate, is proud to announce her new role as a Business Coach with the Urban League of Greater Atlanta (ULGA). This addition to her already impressive career highlights her commitment to empowering underserved…

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Sep272024

The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced $20 million in State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) grants have been awarded

The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced $20 million in State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) grants have been awarded to 43 state and territory international trade agencies to provide financial support to small businesses in growing the volume and value of exports. Small businesses looking…

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Sep202024

Small Business Roundtable: Advocating for Set-Aside Legislation in Georgia

The Atlanta Black Chambers Government Affairs Committee is hosting a roundtable to bring together key voices to explore how set-aside legislation can level the playing field for small businesses, promote economic growth, and ensure a more equitable business environment across our state. Some states with…

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