Welcome to The Urban Market Magazine and urban market connector. Whatever your needs are, The Urban Market Magazine aims to provide a resource or blueprint for you to consider a solution. The Urban Market Magazine is the first of its kind and we are excited to launch our publication. We are excited to lend a voice for the urban market, across the globe. As we continue to build articles, spotlights, events, and news for our readers, we hope to shape your lens of urban communities and how you can assist the urban community near you. The Urban Market Magazine develops connections between industries, business, government, and people. Each quarter, we share a variety of programs, services, and events to help our audience develop strategic relationships across the world. The Urban Market Magazine develops leadership opportunities and resources to a diverse audience, including community leaders, entrepreneurs, business executives, employees, educators, and youth. Through partnerships and collaborations, in-kind services, and paid ads, we are able to add value and serve, provide greater impact and to leave the legacy our ancestors expect of us for the generations to come. Dr. Tekemia Dorsey, Editor-In-Chief