The Rebirth of Black Wall Street: Langston University Experts ShareBusiness Trends for 2025 and Beyond

Media Release Summary 

The Langston University School of Business (LUSB) is a leading voice in business, leadership,  and workforce innovation. Inspired by the legacy of Black Wall Street, LUSB faculty—comprised  of industry veterans and scholars—offer expert insights on business trends for 2025, including AI driven enterprises, systemic leadership, and the rise of nontraditional learners. As industries  undergo AI-driven transformations and organizations seek diverse leadership, LUSB equips  future leaders with the tools for success. The university invites business leaders, policymakers,  and entrepreneurs to engage with its experts for consultation, strategic partnerships, and thought  leadership on the future of business. 

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Langston, OK – February 18, 2025 – Dr. Daryl D. Green, Dean of the Langston University School  of Business (LUSB), has long emphasized the importance of diverse expertise in shaping  community knowledge. As business landscapes evolve rapidly, the need for fresh, insightful  voices from minority institutions has never been greater. Yet, many media outlets rely on a narrow 

pool of industry experts, often overlooking the depth of knowledge and real-world experience  available at institutions like Langston University. 

“As we enter 2025, media platforms must diversify their sources, incorporating perspectives that  reflect the changing economic and entrepreneurial landscape,” said Dean Green. “At Langston  University, we house some of the most respected industry veterans, including retired  professionals and distinguished academic researchers who offer unique insights into business  trends.” 

Black Wall Street: A Legacy of Innovation and Resilience 

Historically, Tulsa’s Black Wall Street stood as a beacon of Black entrepreneurship and economic  power before the tragic 1921 massacre that devastated the district. Yet, the spirit of Black Wall  Street endures, evolving into a symbol of economic revival and empowerment. Today, with the  emergence of new business models, digital innovation, and economic shifts, the legacy of  entrepreneurial excellence continues—and Langston University is at the forefront of shaping its  future. 

Recognizing the profound significance of Black Wall Street, LUSB is uniquely positioned to  provide data-driven business forecasts for 2025 and beyond. As a historically Black university  and a center for academic and professional excellence, Langston University’s faculty experts are  deeply engaged in the evolution of business, offering critical insights into emerging trends,  economic policy shifts, and digital transformation. 

LUSB Faculty: Thought Leaders in an Uncertain Future 

The Langston University School of Business is more than an academic institution—it is a think  tank of industry expertise. Many of its faculty members are respected experts, former executives,  and industry leaders with decades of real-world experience. From finance and entrepreneurship  to law, taxation, and artificial intelligence, these thought leaders offer invaluable perspectives on  how businesses can thrive in an unpredictable economy. 

With 2025 poised for significant changes—including technological advancements, policy shifts,  and market disruptions—LUSB experts are ready to guide businesses and entrepreneurs through  uncertainty with clarity and strategic foresight.

KEY FACULTY PREDICTIONS FOR 2025

Dr. Angelia Brooks Angelia – Economic Development & Business Operations

Dr. Angelia Brooks, Ph.D., is an Adjunct Professor at the Langston University School of Business. She is also the Coordinator of the Management Program for the Division of Business and Accounting and an Associate Professor at Miles College. Additionally, she holds the esteemed position of 2025 President of the National Association of African American Honors Programs (NAAAHP). Professor Brooks holds three master’s degrees and a Ph.D., bringing years of experience in the financial services industry and banking. She possesses a wide range of expertise, including leadership in higher education, artificial intelligence, FinTech, blockchain, equity capital, management, accounting, business administration, data analysis, global business, qualitative research, tuition discount rates, business operations management, VITA/TCE programs, and transcendental phenomenology. Her recent publication, “Lived Experiences and Tuition
Discounting of Private Historically Black Colleges and Universities,” was completed as a dissertation at Walden University in 2024.

Prediction: 2025 Economic Outlook: Building Strong Communities through Collaboration. In 2025, a robust economy will thrive on the principle that “it takes a village.” This vision emphasizes the importance of collaboration at the local level, involving a skilled workforce, proactive local
governments, engaged communities, and dynamic educational institutions. A key player in this ecosystem is the informed consumer, whose understanding of the impact of their spending and time will be crucial. Continuous education will empower consumers to make decisions that support sustainable growth. Meanwhile, businesses and institutions must commit to advocating for both consumers and employees, fostering an environment of mutual support and shared prosperity.

Dr. Charles Mambula – Global Entrepreneurship, Trade Policy, and Economic Development

Dr. Charles Mambula is a distinguished business professor at Langston University with over 20 years of global entrepreneurship and trade policy expertise. His research focuses on African markets, Black entrepreneurship, and the impact of international trade policies. A recipient of the prestigious TAF Teacher Excellence Award, Dr. Mambula has made significant contributions to business education, economic policy discussions, and small business development. His work bridges academic research and real- world economic challenges, providing critical insights into global trade, market access, and sustainable
entrepreneurship in African and minority-owned businesses.

Prediction: President Donald Trump’s recent imposition of tariffs—25% on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% on imports from China—will have profound implications for minority communities in the United States and lesser-developed countries (LDCs) worldwide.

Impact on Minority Communities in the U.S.: Minority populations, often facing lower average incomes, are particularly vulnerable to price increases in essential goods. These tariffs are expected to drive up the costs of products such as avocados and tomatoes from Mexico and electronics from China.

Impact on Lesser-Developed Countries (LDCs): While these tariffs primarily target Canada, Mexico, and China, their ripple effects extend globally. Some LDCs may experience increased investment, but often with minimal local value addition—many components will still be sourced from China and merely assembled or rebranded in host countries. Consequently, while tariffs may create short-term economic shifts, they could hinder economic progress in developing nations. Already, two African countries, Rwanda and Ghana, have expelled U.S. military personnel, mercenaries, and mining operations in response to shifting global trade dynamics.

Dr. Daryl D. Green – Business School Dean, Leadership, Organizational Strategy, and Cultural Intelligence

Dr. Daryl D. Green is a business strategist, speaker, and acclaimed author. His expertise has been featured in USA Today, Ebony Magazine, and the Associated Press. He has authored over 30 books, including Impending Danger: Rethinking Federal Leadership in the 21st Century, Small Business Marketing, and Awakening the Talents Within: A Guide for the Next Generation of Leaders. With over 20 years of experience analyzing organizations in the federal sector as an engineering manager in the nuclear industry, Dr. Green has witnessed firsthand the systemic barriers minorities face in corporate and government environments.

Prediction: Cultural intelligence will be a defining business competency in 2025. In January, President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order eliminating federal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) hiring and contracting programs, stating that such initiatives undermine individual merit and performance-based selection. As some institutions scale back DEI efforts, businesses that fail to embrace cultural intelligence and inclusive leadership will struggle in an increasingly globalized marketplace. As a premier institution committed to diversity, equity, and community- building, Langston University will continue fostering an environment that values cultural intelligence and inclusive leadership.

“In 2025, I see forward-thinking organizations prioritizing the hiring and development of leaders with high cultural intelligence to navigate the evolving international market. That’s simply smart business,” explains Dean Green.

Dr. Devin Oten – Strategic Leadership, Organizational Design & Development, Human Resources

Development, DEIB Practitioner, and Entrepreneurship Dr. Devin Oten is a part-time professor at the Langston University School of Business, a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) course facilitator at Cornell University, a consultant, and a keynote speaker. He is the author of two self-help books, Building Your Dreams and Executive Level Mentality, and is currently publishing Strategy Development: A New Way of Thinking for the Church.

Prediction: Leadership in 2025 will require a systems thinking approach. In an era of political and economic volatility, true leaders will transition from reactive, event- based decision-making to systemic problem-solving. Systems thinkers will identify leverage points where equitable change can be implemented, reshaping organizations, policies, and industries for long-term stability.

Rather than merely addressing symptoms of systemic problems, these leaders will redesign the structures that perpetuate them.

“My question to business leaders today: Are you a systems thinker? If not, become one today!” says Dr. Oten.

Dr. Jerry Goodwin – Business Law, Entrepreneurship, Communications, and Media

A fourth-generation media and publishing leader, Dr. Jerry Goodwin is a contributing editor at The Oklahoma Eagle, the nation’s 10th-oldest African American newspaper, headquartered in the heart of Black Wall Street. He has served as executive director of the Metropolitan Tulsa Urban League and has held key leadership roles in business and civic organizations.

Prediction: The media industry will transform significantly due to the growing demand for AI-driven content and digital platforms. To remain relevant, businesses must adopt a content-driven strategy. Research indicates that leaders prefer consuming information through well-researched, digestible articles. The Oklahoma Eagle is piloting an innovative model that shifts from a for-profit news structure to a nonprofit-driven approach, ensuring equitable access to critical business insights for underserved communities.

Dr. Leslye Kornegay – Management, Organizational Development, Cultural Intelligence, and Executive Leadership

Dr. Leslye Kornegay understands the challenges of breaking barriers, having been the first and only Black woman in her field at multiple points in her career. She serves as an executive director at Duke University and as a faculty member at both Langston University and Champlain College. An influential voice in cultural intelligence, executive leadership, and organizational development, she is the author of Leading to Change the World: One Black Woman’s Journey Leading in PWIs and has contributed to several collaborative works. Her thought leadership extends to social media, where she shares insightful perspectives on leadership and career advancement.

Through dynamic workshops and engaging presentations, Dr. Kornegay inspires and empowers professionals to navigate their paths confidently and resiliently.

Prediction: In 2025, federal executive orders reshaping policies on education, diversity, and workforce development will drive a surge of nontraditional learners returning to higher education. Both individuals and organizations will seek new certifications and programs in high-growth fields such as artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, marketing, technology, quantum science, and engineering.

Higher education has a unique opportunity to pivot and embrace these learners, equipping them with the skills needed to become self-employed, shift careers, and redefine the workforce landscape. Institutions that proactively adapt to this shift will be at the forefront of the next phase of workforce development.

Dr. Lester G. Reid – Accounting, Taxation, and Emerging Technologies

Dr. Lester G. Reid is a respected academic and industry thought leader specializing in accounting, taxation, and emerging technologies in audit and management. With dual doctorates and extensive teaching and research experience, Dr. Reid leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) to enhance strategic decision- making and operational efficiency. His work bridges theory and practice, offering innovative frameworks for improving audit quality, financial management, and business strategy. He is also the author of several books, including Mastering Financial Accounting: A Comprehensive Guide for Business Students and Accountants, The Seven Pillars of Achievement: Unveiling the Blueprint for Success, and Maximizing Higher Education: The Solution to Economic and Financial Well-Being, which provide insights into financial literacy, strategic leadership, and career development.

Prediction: In 2025 and beyond, AI and large language models (LLMs) will revolutionize audit, management, and taxation. Businesses that successfully integrate AI will gain real-time insights, optimize decision-making, and improve operational efficiency. However, digital readiness, cybersecurity, and strategic adoption will be the key differentiators between thriving businesses and those that fall behind.

Malayna Hasmanis, MPA, M.Ed., Doctoral Candidate – Global Business, Nonprofit Leadership, and Organizational Development

With a background spanning international education, nonprofit management, and community-driven economic empowerment, Ms. Malayna Hasmanis has worked to bridge opportunity gaps for underserved populations. Her global business and organizational development expertise informs her perspective on fostering sustainable economic ecosystems that uplift communities.

Prediction: Sustainable community development in 2025 will require a shift from traditional economic models to localized, impact-driven entrepreneurship. While global markets remain interconnected, small businesses and nonprofits must leverage digital tools, collaborative funding models, and strategic partnerships to stay competitive. The rise of social enterprises—businesses that blend profit with purpose—will be a game-changer, particularly for underserved communities.

Organizations prioritizing inclusive economic strategies, skill-building programs, and equitable resource access will lead to meaningful change. “Communities thrive when businesses are intentional about social impact. In 2025, we’ll see a continued push toward mission-driven entrepreneurship that reinvests in people and place,” says Hasmanis.

Dr. Tamatha White – Global Business & International Awareness

Dr. Tamatha White is an Adjunct Professor at the Langston University School of Business. She is also the Coordinator of the Business Program for the Division of Business and Accounting and a Full Professor at Miles College. Additionally, she holds the esteemed position of 2025 National Executive Director of the National Association of African American Honors Programs (NAAAHP).

With over 25 years in higher education, Dr. Tamatha White is a distinguished leader in academia and civic engagement, renowned for enhancing college curricula and developing community programs. She holds a Doctorate of Business Administration in International Affairs and has been part of Miles College since 2013, following a decade and a half in teaching and administration. As a full professor of Business Administration, Dr. White has developed online curricula across various business disciplines and played a pivotal role in securing ACBSP accreditation for the division. Her scholarly contributions include national conference presentations and workshops, and she has written numerous funded grants. Beyond academia, she serves as Director of Programs and Economic Development for Increase One Inc., empowering her community’s financial well-being. Notably, Dr. White traveled to Mongolia in the Fall of 2024 and India in the Spring of 2025 to assess if schools meet the ACBSP standards for accreditation.

Prediction: Fostering International Awareness: Professor White envisions a future where understanding diverse business cultures and fostering international awareness is pivotal to strengthening our economy and advancing technology and higher education. 2025 the global marketplace will demand technologically adept and culturally informed professionals. By embracing diverse perspectives and practices, we can innovate more effectively and address global challenges with sensitivity and insight. Langston University is committed to preparing its students to thrive in this interconnected world, ensuring they can contribute internationally to economic growth and technological progress.

A Call to Action for Business Owners & Entrepreneurs

The Langston University School of Business invites business leaders, policymakers, and community organizations to engage with its expert faculty for consultations, speaking engagements, and workshops on these emerging trends.

For Media Inquiries and Interviews with the Langston University School of Business: You can contact the University’s Public Relations Office at (405) 466-6049 or email Media Relations Specialist Ellie Melero at emelero@langston.edu.

ABOUT LANGSTON UNIVERSITY:

Langston University, located in Langston, Oklahoma, is the only historically Black college in the state. With a rich heritage of academic excellence, Langston University is dedicated to providing a diverse and inclusive education while fostering innovation, leadership, and community engagement.