Walthour recognized among national leaders expanding access to capital, investment expertise, and long-term wealth-building opportunities
NEW YORK, July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacob Walthour Jr., founder and CEO of Blueprint Capital Advisors, has been named a 2026 Melanin Money 100 Honoree in the Capital, Investment & Wealth Management category, recognizing his leadership in expanding access, opportunity, and participation across the financial industry.
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