The Kern County Black Chamber of Commerce announced their co-founder, Earlena Morris, passed away on August 10, 2017.

Earlena relocated from Fresno with her husband in 2002 and together they started the Kern County Black Chamber of Commerce. 

She served on the board for three years and was quickly embraced by the community. 

"Earlena had a magical way of making you feel empowered and able to conquer the world" said Diane Williams, Chair of the Kern County Chamber of Commerce.