Nearly 1,200 guests attended the 2026 Baltimore Tea, hosted by AFRO News at Martin’s West on April 25.
Clad in bright colored tea dresses, sleek suits, big hats, lace gloves and their best shoes, the hostesses and attendees of this year’s Baltimore Tea proved once again why the celebration has been a sold-out event year after year.
The 2026 installment of the tea placed a special spotlight on women who have dared to take on positions in the “c-suite,” such as chief executive officer, chief financial officer and chief operating officer. Each of the honorees have graciously handled the pressures of leadership in the corporate and nonprofit sectors.
“It was a beautiful sight to see everybody – from little girls to seniors – fellowshipping and taking pictures,” said AFRO News Publisher and CEO Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper. “Of course, the outfits and hats were gorgeous, but I’m also really happy that we honored amazing Black women, some of whom have been flying under the radar.”…