Legacy in Motion: Richard Slaton on Real Estate, Mentorship and Impact (Part One)

In this episode of In the Black, Dallas welcomes longtime friend and powerhouse in real estate and finance, Richard Slaton. As Executive Director at JPMorgan Chase Commercial Bank, Richard brings decades of experience in community development, affordable housing, and mentoring future leaders. He opens up about his journey from a curious 12-year-old in Atlanta to becoming a respected educator and financial leader.

Richard shares the story of his early exposure to real estate, the pivotal influence of mentors like Ramsey Davis, Dr. John Williams, and Egbert Perry, and how his time at Morehouse shaped his path. He reflects on working across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, what he learned from managing assets for high-net-worth clients, and how legacy, not short-term gains, has always guided his decisions.


From driving through Atlanta and seeing his work come to life, to teaching the next generation at Morehouse, Richard’s story is about impact, purpose, and the power of staying curious. This is part one of a conversation packed with insights, gratitude, and wisdom from a life well-lived in service of community and excellence.