Merry Green believes she is doing exactly what she was meant to do. That steadfast belief in herself and her talents led her to found The Black Women’s Expo in Chicago nearly 30 years ago. With her deft determination and steady hand, the annual event has flourished, turning into a must-attend gathering year after year. Merry shares with Jeanne the genesis behind her ground-breaking idea; what it takes to produce an event of this magnitude every year; why staying lean and mean is important; how she builds a team that can keep up with her vision; and why keep moving forward is her mantra.

About Merry:

Merry Green is the President/CEO of MGPG Events, Inc. (formerly Merry Green Promotions Group), a Special Events, Marketing/Promotions and Public Relations firm headquartered in Chicago. She is also the creator and executive producer of The Black Women’s Expo in Chicago, Atlanta, and Detroit. The Black Women’s Expo is the nation’s longest-running empowerment exposition for the African American consumer. She has an extensive background and expertise in community relations and community outreach, conducting public relations campaigns, and producing special events within the African American community. At MGPG Events, Inc., Merry produced and developed successful community relations campaigns for The National Reparations Convention under Alderman Dorothy Tillman, the Annual Chicago Football Classic, Tavis Smiley's Blacks in Technology Conference, Bishop T.D. Jakes “Family Expo” and Philadelphia Eagle’s Donavan McNabb All-Star Weekend. Merry’s work has garnered her numerous accolades including the Chicago Defender’s Women of Excellence Award.

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