Stella May CEO Harley Flack Honored as 2026 Black History Hero

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Infrastructure Leader and Keynote Speaker Recognized for Visionary Growth, Safety Excellence, and Community Impact

HANOVER, MD / Stella May Contracting, Inc. / February 4, 2026 – In observance of Black History Month 2026, the Md. Washington Minority Companies Association (MWMCA), in partnership with The Cordish Companies and Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland, celebrated ten distinguished Black History Heroes at the 13th annual event dedicated to honoring local leaders who provide positive influence and significant contributions to Maryland’s African American community. Among the honorees was Harley Flack, President & CEO of Stella May Contracting, Inc., who delivered the event’s keynote speech.

In his keynote address, Flack emphasized that his recognition is a reflection of a much larger lineage of excellence, noting that he stands “on the shoulders of those who came before,” from Tuskegee Airmen to governors and local community pillars. He described the gathered professionals not merely as industry experts, but as the essential talent driving the region’s progress. “Whether it is our blood relatives, our professional networks, or our partners, no leader finds success in a vacuum,” Flack stated, highlighting his “family” philosophy and the “village” that supports high-level service.

“When I looked out at the 400 faces during my keynote at the Md. Washington Minority Companies Association (MWMCA) awards, I didn’t see just ‘professionals.’ I saw the heartbeat of the Mid-Atlantic community.”
– Harley Flack, President & CEO, Stella May Contracting, Inc.

As one of the fastest-growing critical energy and utility infrastructure firms in the Mid-Atlantic region and employing more than 325 professionals, the company provides specialized services across gas, electric, wet utility sectors, and heavy civil including substation construction, overhead and underground utility work, and gas operator qualification (OQ) programs. This growth, spanning over 2,000 completed projects, is anchored in the company’s mission statement, “Build it Safely to Serve and to Shine.”

Harley Flack’s dedication to excellence is evident in Stella May’s rigorous adherence to quality and safety management, which has earned the firm multiple awards for Safety Excellence and Zero Lost Time. For Flack, “Building it Safely” means ensuring every team member returns home, while “Serving and Shining” represents a drive for integrity and top-tier industry performance.

“Each year, we are overcome with honor and pride to recognize the latest group of devoted Black History Heroes who selflessly serve this community,” stated Wayne R. Frazier, Sr., President of MWMCA. Flack shared this year’s distinction with a cohort of leaders whom he described as a “profound reminder of the talent driving our region forward.”

The 2026 MWMCA Black History Hero Honorees include:

Harley Flack, President & CEO, Stella May Contracting, Inc.
Quincy Bareebe, CEO, Royal Homecare & Staffing, LLC; Royal Assisted Living Inc.
Coretta L. Bennett, Senior Director of Operations, Design & Construction, Johns Hopkins University
Bradley S. Chambers, Senior Vice President and COO, Baltimore Region MedStar Health
Dr. Norvel “Rock” Dillard, President and CEO, ND4 Success Group, LLC
Joseph W. Dixon, Chief, Baltimore County Fire Department
LaRian Finney, Managing Partner, The Finn Group, LLC
COL Yolanda D. Gore, Garrison Commander, Fort George G. Meade, U.S. Army
Julian E. Jones, Jr., Councilman, 4th District, Baltimore County
Mark Anthony Thomas, President & CEO, Greater Baltimore Committee

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About Stella May Contracting

Stella May Contracting is one of the fastest growing critical energy & utility infrastructure construction firms serving Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region that happens to be minority owned. With over 30 years in business, the company specializes in managing complex, large-scale projects through disciplined execution and an unwavering commitment to quality. Stella May is dedicated to the highest standards of safety and quality, providing 24,000+ hours of employee training annually to ensure excellence from concept to completion. For more information, please visit www.stellamay.com.

Media Contact: Donald Ellis, Vice President Stella May Contracting (410) 679-8306

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