[Charlotte, NC| October 30, 2024] — Self-Help is proud to announce Tracie DeWitt, Self-Help's Director of Mortgage Credit Administration, and Sonjinika Y. Medlock, Branch Manager in Salisbury, NC, have been welcomed into the prestigious, Who’s Who in Black Charlotte.  The recognition will take place on November 1 at the Westin Charlotte Hotel, 601 South College Street from 6-9 pm.

Each will be featured in the upcoming ninth edition of the publication, which celebrates the achievements of Black professionals in the Charlotte metro-area - providing inspiration for future generations. Who’s Who in Black Charlotte is one of 10 publications that recognize and highlight the achievements of African Americans in various cities across the United States.   

Sonjinika has over 20 years of experience in banking, with a remarkable career that spans leadership roles in corporate, merchant, and retail banking. She made history as the first Black woman appointed as Branch Manager at Navy Federal Credit Union in Italy and now continues to lead with purpose at Self-Help in Salisbury, NC. Sonjinika’s resilience and dedication to community engagement and empowering others are core to her legacy.

Tracie brings 25 years of expertise in mortgage lending, providing strategic oversight that shapes Self-Help’s lending environment. Beyond her work at Self-Help, she contributes to the housing initiatives of Prosperity Unlimited and enjoys family time, learning Chinese, and all things Disney. Her inspiring motto: "Some people want to see you fail. Disappoint them."

Reflecting on the achievement, Medlock said, “I am grateful to have been recognized.  It is a testament to the journey and dedication that has fueled my passion to help others.” 

“I am grateful for the opportunity to represent Self-Help for the work that I do to make a positive impact for our members," DeWitt states.

Who’s Who in Black Charlotte has been celebrating African American achievement for over 30 years.  It’s widely recognized as the country's ultimate community of African American professionals, business executives, community leaders, and entrepreneurs. 

About Self-Help Credit Union   

Self-Help Credit Union was chartered in 1983 to build a network of branches that partner with working families and communities often underserved by the financial marketplace. With over $1.7 billion in assets and serving more than 89,000 members in 39 branches – eight in Florida, one in Georgia, 23 in North Carolina, six in South Carolina, and one in Virginia - Self-Help Credit Union is one of the fastest-growing community development financial institutions in the country. It is part of the Self-Help family of nonprofit organizations whose collective mission is to create and protect ownership and economic opportunity for all. For over 40 years, the national Center for Community Self-Help and its affiliates have provided more than $11 billion in financing to help more than 164,000 borrowers buy homes, start and grow businesses and strengthen community resources. For more information, please visit www.self-help.org.

About Who’s Who in Black Charlotte 

A subsidiary of Real Times Media, Who’s Who in Black was founded in 1989 with the sole focus of celebrating and elevating Black culture, Black achievement, and Black people. More than 30 years later, Who’s Who continues to fulfill its mission by creating spaces for networking and empowerment for Black professionals around the country.   

 

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Jenny Shields, APR
Director of Public and Media Relations
Center for Community Self-Help
301 W. Main Street
Durham, North Carolina 27701