Meet BJ Hall

A West Point graduate and U.S. Army veteran, BJ Hall is a proven leader with a lifelong commitment to service, accountability, and community advancement. With a results driven mindset shaped by military discipline, executive leadership, and grassroots organizing, BJ has spent his career fighting for equity and opportunity in Southern Maryland. He is the founder of Reach Back & Lift 1, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering underserved communities, and has held leadership roles across civil rights, education, and regional development initiatives.

His broad experience in both the public and private sectors equips him with the strategic insight and collaborative spirit needed to tackle complex policy challenges and deliver real solutions for working families. BJ’s public service record includes appointments to the St. Mary’s County Planning Commission, Economic Development Commission, and the Tri County Council Workforce Development Board. He currently chairs Government Relations for Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.'s 2nd District and has served as President of the St. Mary’s County NAACP and Treasurer of the Maryland State Conference.

In 2022, BJ ran for County Commissioner President on a platform centered on transparency, workforce development, and educational equity. A devoted single father of four, including two proud graduates of Great Mills High School, BJ understands firsthand the challenges families face in St. Mary’s County. He is ready to be a strong, principled voice for District 29B in Annapolis.