Baltimore’s business community is evolving, and for many entrepreneurs, the biggest challenge is not a lack of resources. It is knowing where to start. That is where Tiffany Bethea comes in. As executive director of the Baltimore City Chamber of Commerce, Bethea is helping shape how business owners across the city connect, grow and navigate an ecosystem that can often feel overwhelming. After sitting down with her for Be More Positive, one thing became clear. Her work goes beyond programming and events. She is focused on building structure. During the conversation, Bethea spoke candi...Read More

For many aspiring podcasters, authors, entrepreneurs, and organizations, the idea of building a media presence can feel overwhelming. From branding and production to marketing and public relations, there are multiple pieces that must come together for a message to truly reach an audience. That’s where Elevation Global Media Group, founded by Cassandra Ferguson, steps in. Cassandra Ferguson, founder of Elevation Global Media Group.  Based in Baltimore County, Elevation Global Media Group is a full-service media company designed to help individuals and organizations bring their stor...Read More

If you know Baltimore’s food scene, then you already know Simone Phillips. As the founder of Charm City Table, Phillips has built a trusted platform that highlights where to eat, what to try and which local businesses deserve your attention. But after sitting down with her for Be More Positive, one thing became clear: Simone is doing much more than posting great food. Baltimore Native and Travel Food Enthusiast Simone Phillips (@charmcitytable) with Be More Podcast host Zuryna Livermore She’s helping tell a bigger story about Baltimore. During our conversation, Phillips reflect...Read More

When you think of Baltimore City leadership — the press conferences, the policy announcements, the viral “Mask up, shorty” moments — Brandon Scott often comes to mind. But leadership does not only live at a podium. Sometimes it lives in the steady presence behind the scenes — in the strategist, the partner, the mother, the entrepreneur who helps hold the foundation in place. That is where you will find Hana Scott. In a candid conversation on Be More Positive, Baltimore’s First Lady shared reflections on her upbringing, her career pivot from science to en...Read More

Each year, CIAA Weekend transforms Baltimore into a vibrant celebration of culture, connection, and community. What began as a basketball tournament has evolved into one of the city’s most impactful cultural moments — drawing tens of thousands of visitors, energizing local businesses, and reshaping how Baltimore is experienced and remembered. For many, CIAA Weekend feels less like a sporting event and more like a city-wide family reunion. Alumni return home, first-time visitors are welcomed with open arms, students find opportunities to network, and neighborhoods across Baltimore ...Read More