Each year The Norman S. Minor Bar Association recognizes Trailblazers who have made significant contributions to the advancement of diverse legal professionals and are committed to advancing diversity in the legal field. In addition, NSMBA uses this event as a vehicle to raise scholarship funds to support diverse students entering the legal profession.

This year we are excited to announce that this year’s 2023 Trailblazer Gala is on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at The Metropolitan at the 9, Autograph Collection Mint Ballroom at 7PM. 

The 2023 Ronald B. Adrine Trailblazer Award will be awarded to: 

• Teresa Metcalf Beasley, Partner, McDonald Hopkins
• Terry Billups, General Counsel, Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority.

Program: 7:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Includes: State of NSMBA, dinner, awards presentation, cash and open bar, and dancing!

Please click HERE to purchase individual tickets.

If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please email [email protected]!

If you are interested in purchasing an ad for our program booklet, or have any other questions, please email [email protected].

Thank you!