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Black Business Month
Did you know that black-owned businesses account for about 10% of all U.S. businesses and about 30% of all minority-owned businesses?
During the month of August, we celebrate National Black Business Month, but help us celebrate year-round by recognizing black-owned businesses in our community. Interested in being spotlighted? Fill out this form!
5W Solutions, LLC
Owner: Dr. Jasmine Russell-Peter
Led by Dr. Jasmine Russell-Peter, an industrial and organizational psychologist, 5W Solutions, LLC is a boutique, Minority, Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) consulting firm. Backed by the principles of industrial and organizational psychology, 5W Solutions offers a tailored approach to business consulting, organizational change management and staffing support.
Beach Beauty Supply
Owner: Kimberly Allen
Kimberly is an expert in hair and hair restoration with over 20 years of sales experience.
Beach Beauty Supply provides beauty care products, cosmetics, hair extensions, wigs, skin products, hair conditioning, nail care, accessories, fashion jewelry and apparel.
Brothers Johnson
Owners: Tony, Mike, Everard and Langford Johnson
1925 Laveille Rd, Port Republic
Family-owned and operated, Brother's Johnson specializes in portable toilet rentals for special events and construction sites, mobile restroom trailer rentals, and comprehensive septic services. Serving Maryland’s Tri-County area—Calvert, St. Mary’s, and Charles counties—as well as the greater Washington, D.C. Metropolitan region and beyond, Brother's Johnson is committed to delivering high-quality products and personalized service tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Calvert Digestive Disease Associates Endoscopy and Surgery Center LLC
Owners: Drs Dolores Rhodes-Height, MD and Y. Renee Bright, MD
985 Prince Frederick Blvd, Prince Frederick
Dr. Rhodes-Height and Dr. Bright own Calvert County's first doctor-owned endoscopy center. Calvert Digestive Disease Associates (CCDA) offers care that is personal, innovative, and financially mindful.
Dr. Bright and Dr. Rhodes-Height met over 20 years ago while serving in the US Navy. Both are board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology and have they been in practice together since 2011 as Gastroenterologists in Calvert County. They have a fun, energetic friendship that is infectious to staff and patients at CDDA.
Calvert Digestive Disease Associates Endoscopy and Surgery Center LLC Website
Calvert County Minority Business Alliance
P.O. Box 1015, Huntingtown, MD
The Calvert County Minority Business Alliance (CCMBA) is proud to celebrate 20 years of service in 2025! Founded in 2005 through the collaborative efforts of the Concerned Black Women of Calvert County, Inc. (CBW) and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) of Calvert County, CCMBA grew out of a shared commitment to support and promote minority-owned businesses in Calvert County and Southern Maryland. Today, CCMBA continues to strengthen the local economy by advancing policies, programs, and partnerships that foster the growth of minority businesses. Membership is open to all.
Calvert County Minority Business Alliance Website
Carrington Formal Wear
Owner: Brunsie Carrington
104 Central Square Drive, Prince Frederick
Brunsie Carrington, the founder of Carrington Formal Wear, hails from Baltimore, Maryland, where his innate creativity and passion for fashion blossomed from a young age. These qualities became the cornerstone of Carrington Formal Wear, which Brunsie established in 1996 with a clear vision: to offer stylish formal wear at affordable prices to a wide audience.
Carrington Formal Wear Website
Chesapeake Windsail Cruises
Owner: Nate Pope
4160 Mears Ave, Dock A, Slip 15, Chesapeake Beach
Founded in 2018, Chesapeake Windsail Cruises specializes in daily public and private sailing cruises around the Bay and guided walking tours through North Beach.
Nate seeks to combine fine food, entertainment, and the beauty of the bay on his vessel Eternal Hope
Chesapeake Windsail Cruises Website
Dillon's Power Washing
Owner: Keith Gross
120 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick
Born and raised in Calvert County, Keith grew up in Lusby with his four brothers and one twin sister. After graduating high school, he followed his passion for food by working at the Lighthouse Inn in Solomons for ten years. In 2001, Keith learned pressure washing from his late brother-in-law Jason Dillon, and they worked together until 2003.
Keith has a passion for being a business owner. He also owns JASZ Chicken and Waffles in Washington, D.C. Keith enjoys reading and listening to books that teach leadership, financial growth and self-improvement.
Dillon's Power Washing Website
Dunkirk Sports Zone
Owner: Derrick Minor
Derrick is a dedicated member of the community who is committed to uplifting local athletic clubs and teams. Dunkirk Sports Zone is a homegrown business specializing in top-quality athletic gear and equipment.
Dunkirk Sports Zone offers a comprehensive range of products, including uniforms, cleats, specialty sport-specific equipment, sportswear and essential items like mouthguards and socks, all vital for success on the field. “In the Zone” – that's where you'll be when you join hands with Dunkirk Sports Zone.
EdenRX Pharmacy
Owner: Tolulope Dehinbo
3819 Harbor Road, Suite 104, Chesapeake Beach
EdenRX Pharmacy is an independent pharmacy that officially opened its doors in February 2024. With an extensive background that spans clinical, retail, pharmacy benefit management and hospital settings, Dr. Dehinbo has been committed to enhancing patient care since graduating from pharmacy school in 2005. EdenRX Pharmacy embodies her commitment, with a mission to provide safe, high-quality patient care and improve lives through innovative pharmaceutical products and immunization services.
At EdenRX, Dr. Dehinbo and her team prioritize personalized care in partnership with healthcare providers and offer the convenience of free local medication delivery. The pharmacy is equipped to handle most prescriptions and accepts major insurance plans, extending its reach and accessibility within the community. Their comprehensive services also include a wide range of vaccines, COVID tests, flu tests and strep tests, along with dedicated pet care support.
Elon Roshell Day Spa & Health
Owner: Elambert Richardson
230 West Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick
Elambert started as a massage therapist in 2003, carrying her table from events and private homes and filling in as needed at a spa in Solomons. She eventually began renting her own space in 2005 inside another small business and working for the local hospital’s wellness center as needed. She expanded into renting space out of the former World Gym in 2007 and, shortly after that, in 2009, opened in her current location in Prince Frederick. Dry Salt Therapy is their newest addition, and they plan to have visiting therapist that will offer events related to natural health and wellness.
Elon Rochell Day Spa & Health Website
Eminence Maintenance and Building Services, LLC
Owner: Fransina Avery
Eminence Maintenance & Building Services (EMBS) was established in November 2010. In the beginning, they started helping friends and their friends with their residential HVAC issues. As time passed, their vision grew to include some local churches and small businesses as they began learning more about the commercial HVAC industry and obtaining the different licenses and certifications needed to embark upon this next level of business.
EMBS certifications include MBE, DBE and SBE (issued by MDOT and DDOT), Women Business Enterprise (issued by WBENC), Women-Owned Small Business (issued by SBA), MHIC Contractor's License (issued by Maryland Dept. of Labor) and newly acquired GSA Schedule.
Eminence Maintenance and Building Services, LLC Website
Fresco Studios
Owners: Kenneth and JoJo Jones
10739 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk
Fresco Studios specializes in creating unforgettable experiences. This studio offers a range of services including event design and consulting, studio space and prop rentals, immersive experiences, and unique creative add-ons. Licensed professionals are invited to create and collaborate in a vibrant, community-focused environment. With a mission to blend creativity and connection, the team is dedicated to making every moment extraordinary.
Imani Mone’t Enterprise, LLC
Owner: Imani Watson
Imani Watson is a financial management analyst and accomplished serial entrepreneur based in Calvert County, MD.
Her entrepreneurial journey began at an early age, starting her first two businesses at 13 and 16 years old. She gained recognition in her community through "Cupcake Couture by Imani," renowned for its delectable jumbo cupcakes and brownies. Currently, her creative talents shine through "Rare Creations by Imani," an exclusive clothing line available at ShoprarecreationsbyImani.com.
Adding to her diverse accomplishments, Imani has now embraced the role of author with the release of her debut book, "Pray and Get to the Goal in Grace." This compelling work transparently chronicles her journey toward accomplishing her goals at a young age, emphasizing the importance of being diligent, having unwavering faith, and praying without ceasing.
Imani Mone’t Enterprise, LLC Website
Kelly's Kickin' Cuisine
Owner: Kelly Brown
Kelly Brown delivers as the owner of Kelly’s Kickin’ Cuisine. Located in Prince Frederick, Kelly offers dishes piled high of fried shrimp, chicken wings and other soul food entrees.
Kelly also offers macaroni and cheese, green beans, and other sides and sandwiches at her food stand.
Kelly's Kickin' Cuisine Facebook
Kid's Campus Early Learning Center, Inc.
Owner: Yomi Badmus-Mumuni
3185 W Ward Road, Suite 201, Dunkirk
Yomi Badmus-Mumuni is the owner of Kid’s Campus, an early learning center based in Dunkirk. Yomi has always had a passion for childcare and her interest in early childhood education led her to open a daycare center at her home. After several years of in-house operations, she jumped at the opportunity to purchase what is today’s Kid’s Campus.
Kid’s Campus focuses on giving young children a head-start in literacy and math skills, socialization, physical movement and other life lessons in a preschool setting.
Kid's Campus Early Learning Center, Inc. Website
Loving Arms Childcare Center
Owner: Crystal Ford
700 Yardley Drive, Prince Frederick
Founded in 2017, Loving Arms Childcare Center in Prince Frederick is proud to provide quality care for more the 40 families in Calvert County. In August, Crystal will be opening her second childcare business called Young Kings and Queens Before and After Care, which is currently accepting registration. Interested parents can contact them directly at 443-917-8251.
Crystal is also the proud owner of Ella’s Whimsy Clothing Boutique, which opened on November 19, 2022, and Bright Beginners Publishing.
Loving Arms Childcare Center Website
Loving Care Senior Services
Owner: Lisa Height-Gross
288 Merrimac Court, Prince Frederick
Loving Care Senior Services is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit residential service agency licensed through the Maryland Department of Health. They offer ideal solutions for children, adults and seniors who need assistance with daily activities such as routine personal care, laundry, mobility assistance, and other services that encourage continued independence.
Loving Care Senior Services Website
My Mustard Seed
Owner: Tresor Thomas
Tresor created My Mustard Seed, a company focused on organic, non-GMO microgreens to inspire communities to take control of wellness through plant-based products and traditional services.
Based in St. Leonard, My Mustard Seed specializes in micro-arugula, broccoli, cress, kale, kohlrabi, and mizuna as part of the Farm to Table movement.
Naturally Silky Soap
Owner: Leila Mitchell
Leila Mitchell is the owner of Naturally Silky Soap. After retiring as a pharmacist, Leila set out to create natural body products after recognizing the harmful ingredients in commercial body products.
Founded in 2014 and located in Huntingtown, Naturally Silky Soap offers handmade soaps and body products using vegan ingredients and cold-process production.
Reid & Reid, Inc.
Owner: Gayle Reid
4005 Hamp-Lee Drive, Huntingtown
Vaughn Reid Sr. received his first bus and contract in 1984. Since then, the company has grown to a fleet of 40 buses, providing reliable transportation for students to and from school, as well as school-related activities. In addition to student transportation, the company holds a charter license, making its buses available for community trips, weddings, childcare facility outings and other shuttle services.
Sam I AM Lawn Care
Owner: Samuel Pumphrey, Jr.
60 Hazel's Way, Sunderland
Sam I AM Lawn Care, proudly serving the community for over eight years, offers comprehensive lawn and property maintenance for both residential and commercial clients. Their services include spring cleanup, mulching and flowerbed care, aeration and seeding, and customized weed control and fertilizer plans. They also provide year-round property maintenance, concrete patios and walkways, and now offer full-service tree removal with stump grinding. In addition, Sam I AM Lawn Care handles complete junk removal making them a one-stop shop for keeping your property looking its best.
Scuba Center & Outdoor Rec
Owners: Fred Sr., Bev, Fred Jr. and Jabari Lyles
13876 Solomons Island Road, #572, Solomons
The Lyles Family own and operate Scuba Center & Outdoor Rec in Solomons. Founded in 2017, owner Fred Lyles Sr. is a retired firefighter who specialized in water rescue. Fred Sr. has has a passion for scuba diving his entire life and has been diving for over 40 years, with 35 of those years as a scuba instructor. His wife, Bev, and sons, Fred Jr and Jabari have supported his passion by working as a family to run the full-service scuba store.
The store has a team that provides scuba training, sales and service of scuba equipment and travel for both divers and non-divers. The store stayed afloat during the stressful pandemic time and is ready to meet customers diving and traveling needs.
Scuba Center & Outdoor Rec Website
Shield of Faith Security LLC
Owner: Bryan Mansaray
Bryan is a licensed trainer and owner of Shield of Faith Security. He specializes in personal protection, family safety and has over 10 years in church security/training. He creates relationships with his clients making sure they have all the resources that are needed to create a safe environment for themselves, family and business.
Their training offers comprehensive, fundamental training that is practical, easy to navigate and well-supported.
Shield of Faith Security LLC Instagram
S.J. Johnson Inc.
Owner: Saquane Johnson
5601 Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown
Saquane is the owner of S.J. Johnson Inc., who has been proudly serving central and southern Maryland for over 15 years with propane service and pool water delivery. Johnson helps keep your family warm and cool all year round!
Based out of Huntingtown, Saquane truly believes in treating his customers the way he wants to be treated and that his employees make all the difference in the business’s success.
Smelly Kids Company
Owner: Andrea Thomas
Andrea is the owner of Smelly Kids Company, which specializes in natural, hand-crafted bath and body products. Andrea and her family started Smelly Kids Company to help other families feel comfortable about what they use, while taking inspiration from kids to find what they would enjoy. That is why all of their products are "inspired by kids, for kids!"
Therapy Cafe
Owner: Alison Stenson
65 Duke Street, Suite 106, Prince Frederick
Alison is the owner of Therapy Cafe. Therapy Cafe is a place where anyone and everyone can accomplish their own internal greatness and successes in a judgement-free zone. A place where you can be your true self to discuss all the highs and lows, ups and downs. A place where everybody does not know your name. We provide exclusivity, discreteness, and accessibility.
Windy Willow Farm Services, LLC
Owner: Dale Jones
Born and raised in Calvert County, Dale moved back to the family farm in 2003 to raise his family. At that time, he began Windy Willow Farm Services, LLC and has had continual growth over the years. Dale has been fortunate to have the ability to employ local residents and takes pride in being able to maintain local operations and hire locally to keep money in the county.
Windy Willow Farm Services, LLC Website
Yard Card Genie LLC
Owner: Julia Sampson
Julia is the owner of Yard Card Genie LLC, which serves southern Maryland, offering beautifully executed yard art and custom party favors for every occasion.
Since 2021, Julia (the Genie) has served more than 400 satisfied clients. She has a strong network of business partnerships throughout Calvert County and believes in supporting schools and other local businesses in her community.