Black Leadership
Elevating diverse voices by sparking opportunity and connection
Connects Black business and community leaders while expanding relationships, visibility and opportunities for leadership and engagement throughout the Palm Beaches.
Committee Members
Black Leadership Executive Committee
Grasford Smith
Grasford Smith, a Board of Governors member for both the Florida Bar and National Bar Association and past President of the Palm Beach County Bar Association, specializes in complex commercial litigation. Certified as a Circuit Civil Mediator by the Supreme Court of Florida, he is consistently recognized by Best Lawyers and Lawdragon as one of America’s top attorneys.
At Akerman, Grasford serves on the firm’s Board of Directors, providing leadership on management and initiatives. Grasford gained experience at top international law firms in New York and Washington, D.C., handling matters in corporate governance, trade secrets, non-compete agreements, real estate, construction defects, franchises, intellectual property, eminent domain, and Florida Bar disciplinary cases.
Ann Marie Sorrell
Upcoming Events
How to Join
This Committee hosts monthly events which can be found on The Chamber calendar. Opportunities to sponsor an event are available. To receive updates on committee dates and sponsorship information for this committee, please contact us at (561) 833-3711.
You may register for all Black Leadership Committee meetings by visiting the Chamber Event Calendar. All Black Leadership Committee meetings are complimentary to your Chamber of Commerce membership.
