Joseph Haskins Jr: Holding the Light for Blacks

American black entrepreneurs have realized the power of their strength and capabilities and proved themselves with their endeavors in the development of the whole society. A number of black entrepreneurs have shown bright ways towards the growth and development in the American world, nevertheless, the contribution of Joseph Haskins Jr. has been truly remarkable amongst all. This native Baltimorean has the credit for initiating major developmental projects in the city.

Working since the tender age of 14, Haskins initially used to sell coke and hot dogs. Nurturing his dream of achieving big, Haskins studied Economics degree from Morgan State University, Master of Business Administration from New York University, and Master of Liberal Arts in economics from Johns Hopkins University. This man is better known as the president and CEO of Harbor Bankshares Corp., one of the state’s leading community-based financial institutions. At 59, Haskins outshines others and brought many productive changes in the financial institutions.