From a Montreal Law Office to an NFL Front Office Catherine Hickman did not take the traditional road into professional football. Born and raised in Montreal, Quebec, she went to law school, practiced corporate and tax law, and earned a master’s in taxation, and by every conventional measure, her career was already built. But the […]
Executive Director Michele Meyer-Shipp presented a workshop and was recognized alongside Baltimore Ravens President Sashi Brown. The 5th Annual Black Sports Business Symposium (BSBSV) convened June 10–12 on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C., bringing together executives, athletes, brands, and rising professionals from across the sports industry for three days of programming focused […]
Building Leaders Beyond the Game For Philadelphia Eagles Assistant Head Coach and Running Backs Coach Jemal Singleton, football has always been about more than the game. A former United States Air Force Academy football player, military veteran, Super Bowl champion, and longtime NFL coach, Singleton’s journey has been shaped by service, leadership, mentorship, and a […]
DeAngelo Hall named Vice President of Football Operations; Ran Carthon, Martin Mayhew, and Jacques McClendon join Board of Directors; Michele Meyer-Shipp transitions to Executive Director with Kyle Bowser as Board Chair [WASHINGTON, D.C. – AUGUST 3, 2026] – The Fritz Pollard Alliance Foundation (FPA) today announced a series of leadership appointments stemming from a comprehensive […]
