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The Membership · Est. 2024

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Black Coffee began with a simple belief: our community deserves a place where Black entrepreneurs can build trusted relationships, support one another, and create opportunities together.

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The Power Of Community

When Vernon and his wife began the process of selling their home, they didn't call a stranger.

They called someone from the community. Someone who knew their neighborhood, understood their story, and would treat the transaction like it belonged to a family. That single call turned into three referrals, a business partnership, and a lifetime of trust.

The right relationships can change everything.

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Vernon Davis

Founder & Principal Broker · Marsh & Co. Real Estate

Vernon founded Marsh & Co. after nearly two decades of watching brilliant families lose equity to fine print.

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Feb 3, 2026
Tasha Ford

Signed a preferred vendor contract with The Ritz-Carlton Buckhead.

Jan 28, 2026
Marcus Hale

Closed a $12M advisory book milestone.

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Launched a rebrand for a Fortune 500 hospitality group.

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