DEBRA HURSTON

Executive Director

Debra L. Hurston is the Executive Director of the Association for Black Economic Power. In this capacity, she is assisting the organization in fulfilling its goal of establishing Minnesota's first Black-led community credit union dedicated to addressing the needs of the residents who live, work, or worship in Hennepin and Ramsey counties.

Debra brings a long history in association management expertise through her experience with large, medium, and small organizations.  As a nationally Certified Association Executive (CAE), her focus has been on association governance, advocacy, fundraising, and membership services.

What does economic power mean to me?

Economic power is the ability to transform dreams into reality, to uplift communities, and to create opportunities for growth and prosperity. It's not just about wealth accumulation, but about using resources wisely to build a brighter future for all

Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.
— MAYA ANGELOU