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On Feb 13, 2025
To kickoff Black History Month, The Black Ladies of Construction (BLOC) Society, a network dedicated to empowering Black and Brown women in real estate, celebrated the grand opening of its new headquarters in Elizabeth with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on February 1. The ribbon cutting marked a significant milestone for the organization and its mission to foster economic empowerment and redevelopment within underserved communities.
The new headquarters will serve as a central hub for BLOC Society’s efforts in real estate education, entrepreneurship, and economic development. The space will offer resources, tools, and mentorship programs aimed at equipping women of color with the skills and knowledge necessary to build generational wealth through real estate investment and construction opportunities.
“We are incredibly excited to celebrate this monumental occasion, which marks a significant leap forward in our mission to empower Black and Brown women in real estate—an industry where we remain vastly underrepresented,” said Natasha Davis, CEO, The BLOC Society. “This new headquarters is not just a physical space, but a testament to our commitment to creating opportunities, breaking barriers, and transforming communities.”
Since 2021, The BLOC Society has had a commitment to breaking down barriers and leveling the playing field for women of color in the industry, with an impressive portfolio of over 21 projects across the Tri-State Area, generating more than $9 million in revenue. The Society’s groundbreaking work is creating sustainable, impactful change within historically underserved communities, driving economic development, and paving the way for future generations of women of color to succeed in the real estate and construction industries.
“This is more than just a building, more than the location. When you walk in these doors, you know that you have individuals around you who are going to be by your side every step of the way, making sure you get the empowerment you need, the inspiration you need, but most importantly, making sure that we bring this to the next level of helping one another and move forward, because that’s what it’s all about,” said Sergio Granados, Union County Commissioner. “When one of us moves forward, we help others move forward with us, and that’s what these three ladies at The BLOC Society are doing here in our community.”
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