Haworth College of Business Emerging Leader Alumni Award

Lashae Simmons II, B.B.A.’15

Financial Advisor, Northwestern Mutual

Founder, Black Wall Street Muskegon

 

Lashae Simmons II uses her expertise to help the underserved in her community achieve greatness. As a financial advisor, Simmons is passionate about helping young Black professionals reach their financial goals. As her clientele grew, she recognized that many Black-owned businesses were failing due to a lack of resources like investment capital and succession planning.

Thus, she began Black Wall Street Muskegon, an interactive space where business owners can showcase their companies and products, connect with potential customers and network with fellow entrepreneurs. Simmons not only promotes Black-owned businesses in the Muskegon area, she provides financial planning for business owners who may have otherwise had to close their doors during economic hardships.