Lisa Harris-Jones Makes History as Maryland’s Highest-Earning Lobbyist
Lisa Harris-Jones of Harris, Jones, and Malone is 2024’s highest-earning Annapolis lobbyist, marking the first year that a Black woman led the pack in an industry that has been dominated by white men. She earned $2,666,850 over the first half of the year, the vast majority of which was billed during the Annapolis legislative session.
Some of Harris-Jones’ clients include the Baltimore Orioles, Baltimore Gas and Electric, and national corporations like Microsoft, McDonald’s, Home Depot and Walmart.
Gerry Evans, Timothy Perry, and Bruce Bereano, who have been active in lobbying for decades, also made more than $1.5 million this year. Black lobbysists represented half of the lobbyists with over $1,000,000 in client fees, including Frank Boston III, G.S. Proctor, and Delora Ifekauche.
Another six lobbyists earned between $500,000-$1,000,000 over the past six months.
New PJs Coffee, Chick-A-Licious Open In Prince George’s
Several new eateries across Prince George’s opened early July, including a New Orleans-themed coffee house and a chicken eatery, which features flavors that cater to all.
A new PJs Coffee opened on July 1 in Camp Springs, bringing their signature coffee and beignets to a South County crowd for the first time. There is also a PJs Coffee in the Fairwood Shopping Center.
According to Franchise Development Director Tori Jones, there are also locations in Silver Spring and Linthicum Heights, as well as a new cafe under construction at The Mall in Columbia. The owner of the Linthicum Heights location is eyeing a new store with his additional licenses, possibly in or near Glen Burnie.
PJs Coffee estimates it requires a minimum of $150,000 in liquid capital and a net worth of at least $500,000 to open a single coffeehouse. Initial investments for a single unit can range from around $240,000 to $1.1 million.
Chick-A-Licious, located on St. Barnabas Road in Temple Hills, recently opened and offers signature chicken sandwiches, wings, shakes, and cake slices.
“Whether you’re a connoisseur of Southern cuisine or simply looking to savor the flavors of New York City, our menu promises a culinary journey like no other,” the Chick-A-Licious website explains. “Join us at Chick-A-Licous as we invite you to indulge in a gastronomic exploration that pays homage to the rich culinary heritage of both the Big Apple and the South.”