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Black Women Professionals League was founded in 2015 by Cheresa “Reese” LaFrances Purnell. PHOTO BY AMBER MARIE GREEN OF AMG PHOTOGRAPHY.

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Black Women Professionals League recognizes women making an impact on the community

Cheresa “Reese” LaFrances Purnell founded the Black Women Professionals League in 2015 as a way to support and honor Black women. The organization recently hosted its Annual 40 Under 40 Induction and Award Ceremony at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center.